Manual Features; If The Motherboard Is Already Installed; If You Need To Install This Motherboard; Critical Topics - Advantech AIMB-540 User Manual

Chapter 5: System Configuration
Covers connecting system peripherals to the motherboard, initial BIOS
configuration using the CMOS Setup utility, OS options and software
installation.
Chapter 6: Using The Motherboard
Explains system operation features that derive from the motherboard. Has
information on performance optimization and troubleshooting.
Chapter 7: Technical Information
Lists the motherboard's technical specifications.

1.3 Manual Features

This User's Manual is intended to be useful and informative while also
making it easy to quickly find specific information or specifications. The
manual has icons and notes in the sidebar to note important topics, indi-
cate warnings or further explain and illustrate points. We suggest that
most users review the manual to become familiar with the motherboard.
Expert users may want to review topics selectively, as needed.

1.3.1 If The Motherboard Is Already Installed

You may receive the motherboard installed in a working system. If this is
the case, you should still probably review the sections on configuring and
using the board, especially if an Operating System is not installed yet.

1.3.2 If You Need To Install This Motherboard

We recommend that only experienced users and technicians install this
motherboard. Otherwise, we suggest having a qualified computer techni-
cian install and configure the system. This service is usually provided at a
nominal fee by better computer stores and service companies.

1.4 Critical Topics:

Many users do not read through the entire User's Manual. While this may
not be necessary for experienced users or if the motherboard is already
installed, there are some topics that are particularly important and deserve
your specific attention. Some topics cover information critical to the
proper installation and use of the motherboard.
For this motherboard, please review the sections on the following topics:
1. CPU installation: please see 'Chapter 4'.
2. System memory installation please see 'Chapter 4'.
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