3-2 Chapter 3: Starting up
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3.1 Installing an operating system
The barebone system supports Windows
®
2000/XP operating systems
(OS). Always install the latest OS version and corresponding updates so
you can maximize the features of your hardware.
3.2 Powering up
Press the system power button ( ) to enter the OS.
• Motherboard settings and hardware options vary. Use the setup
procedures presented in this chapter for reference only. Refer to
your OS documentation for detailed information.
• Make sure that you install Windows
®
2000 Service Pack 4 or the
Windows
®
XP Service Pack 1 or later versions before installing the
drivers for better compatibility and system stability.
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