Software Support; Installing An Operating System; Support Dvd Information - Asus M4A78 User Manual

1.11

Software support

1.11.1

Installing an operating system

This motherboard supports Windows
latest OS version and corresponding updates to maximize the features of your hardware.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup procedures presented
• Ensure that you install Windows
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 to the optical drive. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu
if Autorun is enabled in your computer.
Click an item to install
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the Support DVD to
locate the file ASSETUP.EXE from the BIN folder. Double-click the ASSETUP.EXE to run
the DVD.
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in this chapter for reference only. Refer to your OS documentation for detailed
information.
Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the drivers for better compatibility and
system stability.
XP/Vista Operating Systems (OS). Always install the
®
XP Service Pack 3 or later versions/ Windows
®
Click an icon to
display Support DVD/
motherboard information
ASUS M4A78
Vista
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