Asus P5QL: 1.11 Software support

1.11 Software support

1.11.1 Installing an operating system

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This motherboard supports Windows

XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the

latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.

• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Refer to your OS documentation for

detailed information.

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• Ensure that you install Windows

XP Service Pack 3 / Windows

Vista Service Pack 1

before installing the drivers for better compatibility and system stability.

1.11.2 Support DVD information

The Support DVD that comes with the motherboard package contains the drivers, software

applications, and utilities that you can install to avail all motherboard features.

The contents of the Support DVD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the

ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

To run the Support DVD

Place the Support DVD into the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers

menu if Autorun is enabled on your computer.

Click an icon to

display Support DVD/

motherboard information

Click an item to install

If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to

locate the le ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click ASSETUP.EXE to run the

DVD.

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