Via M-700-10E Operation Guide - Page 16

EPIA-M700 Operating Guide VIA EPIA-M700 Microsoft and Linux Driver Support MICROSOFT DRIVER SUPPORT The VIA EPIA-M700 mainboard is compatible with Microsoft operating systems. The latest Windows 2000 and Windows XP drivers can be downloaded from the VEPD website at www.viaembedded.com. For embedded operating systems (Windows CE.NET and Windows XP Embedded), the related drivers can be found in the VIA Arena website at www.viaarena.com. LINUX DRIVER SUPPORT The VIA EPIA-M700 mainboard is highly compatible with many Linux distributions. Support and drivers are provided through various methods including: • Drivers provided by VIA • Using a driver built into a distribution package • Visiting VIA Arena website at www.viaarena.com for latest updates on a monthly basis • Installing a third party driver (such as the ALSA driver from the Advanced Linux Sound Architecture project for integrated audio) For OEM clients and system integrators developing a product for long term production, other code and resources may also be made available. You can submit a request either through the Developers portal at VIA Arena, or through your VEPD support contact. Alternatively, VIA can work further towards providing additional drivers to fit your specific needs. May 23, 2008 - 14 - Version 1.00