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3.1Installing an operating system
The barebone system supports Windows®
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup procedures presented in this chapter for general reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for more information.
3.2Powering up
The system power button is located on the front panel. Press the system power button () to enter the OS.
Press to enter the system OS
In Windows® OS, pressing the button shuts down, restarts, or puts the system in sleep mode (S3) depending on the OS setting.
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