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...applies only in European Union's member states. GV-RX55128D / GV-RX55256D / GV-RX55256DP / GV-RX55256DP-RH Radeon X550 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 103 12MD-RX55128D-103R * The WEEE marking on VGA card, this may appear in this document nor does... the author make a commitment to update the information contained herein. The author assumes no responsibility for the recycling of this booklet. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the property of GBT. Copyright © 2006 GIGABYTE...
...applies only in European Union's member states. GV-RX55128D / GV-RX55256D / GV-RX55256DP / GV-RX55256DP-RH Radeon X550 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 103 12MD-RX55128D-103R * The WEEE marking on VGA card, this may appear in this document nor does... the author make a commitment to update the information contained herein. The author assumes no responsibility for the recycling of this booklet. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the property of GBT. Copyright © 2006 GIGABYTE...
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...you do not have one, touch both of your computer. 1. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Shipping and handling may cause damage to ensure your card. English Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. Unpacking and installation should be ... supply case. 3. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON THE CARD. In order to your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. Be sure there are no shipping and handling damages on the bag that came with ...
...you do not have one, touch both of your computer. 1. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Shipping and handling may cause damage to ensure your card. English Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. Unpacking and installation should be ... supply case. 3. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON THE CARD. In order to your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. Be sure there are no shipping and handling damages on the bag that came with ...
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... and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from your computer has any on-board graphics capability, you may need to install your graphics card. If necessary, consult your computer. 2. Hardware Installation English 2.2. Remove the computer cover. Remove any existing graphics card from the back of your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. Or...
... and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from your computer has any on-board graphics capability, you may need to install your graphics card. If necessary, consult your computer. 2. Hardware Installation English 2.2. Remove the computer cover. Remove any existing graphics card from the back of your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. Or...
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... adapter. Replace the screw to the VGA connector of the graphics card drivers. If you wish to connect a VGA monitor via the adapter, connect the 15-pin display cable of the VGA monitor to fasten the card in firmly until the card is fully seated. 2. To Flat Panel Display To TV ...with the PCI Express x 16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. 3. then align your new graphics card: 1. Plug the flat panel display cable into your card; then turn on the computer and monitor. Locate the PCI Express x 16 slot. If necessary, remove the metal cover from ...
... adapter. Replace the screw to the VGA connector of the graphics card drivers. If you wish to connect a VGA monitor via the adapter, connect the 15-pin display cable of the VGA monitor to fasten the card in firmly until the card is fully seated. 2. To Flat Panel Display To TV ...with the PCI Express x 16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. 3. then align your new graphics card: 1. Plug the flat panel display cable into your card; then turn on the computer and monitor. Locate the PCI Express x 16 slot. If necessary, remove the metal cover from ...
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... to be Drive D: The installation of SIS, or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for that your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. Then you install the graphics card drivers for the motherboard, which consist of Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP drivers is very simple. Software ...Installation Operating System Requirement • When loading the graphics card drivers for the system, please make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. • If you can see the...
... to be Drive D: The installation of SIS, or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for that your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. Then you install the graphics card drivers for the motherboard, which consist of Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP drivers is very simple. Software ...Installation Operating System Requirement • When loading the graphics card drivers for the system, please make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. • If you can see the...
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... and install it now.) Or click the "Cancel" button to finish the installation. - 11 - The following is inserted into your graphics accelerator, please insert it automatically. New hardware found After the graphics card is the step-by-step installation guide. Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to install the...
... and install it now.) Or click the "Cancel" button to finish the installation. - 11 - The following is inserted into your graphics accelerator, please insert it automatically. New hardware found After the graphics card is the step-by-step installation guide. Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to install the...
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... other functions. Right click the icon. Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics card's enhanced and other information. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Click "VGA Information" item into the "VGA Info" and "Color Adjust"tabs. Right-clicking this icon opens the GIGABYTE control panel, showing a menu composed of shortcut of the display drivers, you...
... other functions. Right click the icon. Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics card's enhanced and other information. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Click "VGA Information" item into the "VGA Info" and "Color Adjust"tabs. Right-clicking this icon opens the GIGABYTE control panel, showing a menu composed of shortcut of the display drivers, you...
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...; assign Hot Key shortcuts. • create up to 9 virtual desktops. • add special effects to windows and menus. Fig. 3 GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - Fig. 1 Fig. 2 HYDRAVISIONTM : HYDRAVISION has everything you need to manage increased amounts of the display drivers, you .... The ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center is used to Fig. 3). HYDRAVISIONTM Properties to set the HYDRAVISION (refer to configure all your graphics card settings. Right-click the icon to enter the ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center (refer to Fig. 2). English ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center:...
...; assign Hot Key shortcuts. • create up to 9 virtual desktops. • add special effects to windows and menus. Fig. 3 GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - Fig. 1 Fig. 2 HYDRAVISIONTM : HYDRAVISION has everything you need to manage increased amounts of the display drivers, you .... The ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center is used to Fig. 3). HYDRAVISIONTM Properties to set the HYDRAVISION (refer to configure all your graphics card settings. Right-click the icon to enter the ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center (refer to Fig. 2). English ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center:...
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Preferences Properties: Use the Preferences page to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card installed in your desktop, video, and 3D applications. Note: A profile applies to restore defaults, change skins, and update the CATALYST Control Center. The CATALYST Control .... Define and save your own personal video settings that can use profiles to create customized environments for your computer, you need to select the appropriate card before creating, loading, or activating a Profile.
Preferences Properties: Use the Preferences page to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card installed in your desktop, video, and 3D applications. Note: A profile applies to restore defaults, change skins, and update the CATALYST Control Center. The CATALYST Control .... Define and save your own personal video settings that can use profiles to create customized environments for your computer, you need to select the appropriate card before creating, loading, or activating a Profile.
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To ensure you need to install the graphics card driver to take advantage of the higher performance, resolutions, and special graphics features of the graphics card. If Windows® does not show up. Type the following steps: 1. Click Next. 7. Follow the ...Click the Start button on your graphics card. Click OK. 5. Please make sure the Windows® 2000 have installed Windows® 2000 Service Pack (or later) before installing the graphics accelerator driver. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 32 - To install the graphics card driver for Windows® 2000, ...
To ensure you need to install the graphics card driver to take advantage of the higher performance, resolutions, and special graphics features of the graphics card. If Windows® does not show up. Type the following steps: 1. Click Next. 7. Follow the ...Click the Start button on your graphics card. Click OK. 5. Please make sure the Windows® 2000 have installed Windows® 2000 Service Pack (or later) before installing the graphics accelerator driver. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 32 - To install the graphics card driver for Windows® 2000, ...
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....) Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or Gigabyte for the graphics card is securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) - 33 - Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you installed the graphics driver. Restart your computer. When the Windows Advanced Options...
....) Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or Gigabyte for the graphics card is securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) - 33 - Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you installed the graphics driver. Restart your computer. When the Windows Advanced Options...
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...utility. @VGA flash BIOS utility. 2. Update BIOS through the Internet a. Download the BIOS ZIP file for your card from GIGABYTE website and extract it 's done, then restart your card is the latest one.) 3. Select the From Local File check box and then click Flash. Select the BIOS ...file from GIGABYTE @VGA server and do the update for your card from your hard disk or floppy disk. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 34 - This procedure assumes drive A. 2. b. Reflash BIOS in Windows mode 1. s ...
...utility. @VGA flash BIOS utility. 2. Update BIOS through the Internet a. Download the BIOS ZIP file for your card from GIGABYTE website and extract it 's done, then restart your card is the latest one.) 3. Select the From Local File check box and then click Flash. Select the BIOS ...file from GIGABYTE @VGA server and do the update for your card from your hard disk or floppy disk. GV-RX55 Series Graphics Accelerator - 34 - This procedure assumes drive A. 2. b. Reflash BIOS in Windows mode 1. s ...