2.8 Operating System Setup
This motherboard supports various Microsoft
tems: 8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
Because motherboard settings and hardware options vary, use the setup
procedures in this chapter for general reference only. Refer your OS docu-
mentation for more information.
2.8.1 Installing Windows
TM
Vista
64-bit / XP / XP 64-bit without RAID
Using AHCI Mode
AHCI mode is not supported under Windows
STEP 1: Set Up UEFI.
Press <F2> or <Delete> at system POST. Set AHCI Mode in UEFI Setup
Utility > Advanced > Storage Configuration > SATA Mode.
STEP 2: Install Windows
bit on your system.
Using IDE Mode
STEP 1: Set Up UEFI.
Press <F2> or <Delete> at system POST. Set IDE Mode in UEFI Setup
Utility > Advanced > Storage Configuration > SATA Mode.
STEP 2: Install Windows
bit / XP / XP 64-bit on your system.
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/ Vista
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8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
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8 / 8 64-bit / 7 / 7 64-bit / Vista
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