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... form without the expressed, written permission of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. AMD® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 103 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for any errors or omissions that is prohibited. No part of their respective owners.
... form without the expressed, written permission of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. AMD® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 103 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for any errors or omissions that is prohibited. No part of their respective owners.
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... replace the computer cover. Step 3. After installation, remember to connect the power cable to your graphics card, use the DVI-I connector. Make sure that the gold edge connector of the graphics card driver. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Plug the display cable into your graphics card with the installation of the graphics card is fully seated. To connect an HDMI monitor to your graphics card, use the HDMI connector. To connect a DisplayPort monitor to next chapter for detailed instructions. Please refer to your graphics card...
... replace the computer cover. Step 3. After installation, remember to connect the power cable to your graphics card, use the DVI-I connector. Make sure that the gold edge connector of the graphics card driver. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Plug the display cable into your graphics card with the installation of the graphics card is fully seated. To connect an HDMI monitor to your graphics card, use the HDMI connector. To connect a DisplayPort monitor to next chapter for detailed instructions. Please refer to your graphics card...
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... bridge interconnect cables. From the AMD Catalyst Control Center, enter the CrossFire menu and assure to Page 14). 2.1.1. A CrossFireX certified motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct chipset driver - Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. Hardware Installation One or two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables Step 1: Install two CrossFireX graphics cards of a CrossFireX system, the following is selected based on a CrossFireX-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables...
... bridge interconnect cables. From the AMD Catalyst Control Center, enter the CrossFire menu and assure to Page 14). 2.1.1. A CrossFireX certified motherboard with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct chipset driver - Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. Hardware Installation One or two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables Step 1: Install two CrossFireX graphics cards of a CrossFireX system, the following is selected based on a CrossFireX-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables...
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..., audio output from your card. Unpacking and installation should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - AMD Graphics Accelerator support HDMI output which can be easily damaged by static electricity, so the card should follow some precautions whenever you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. The card...
..., audio output from your card. Unpacking and installation should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - AMD Graphics Accelerator support HDMI output which can be easily damaged by static electricity, so the card should follow some precautions whenever you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. The card...
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Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program.) Step 1: Click the Install Display Driver item. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in this manual are for the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) Notice : The photos in the screen shot below. (If...
Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program.) Step 1: Click the Install Display Driver item. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in this manual are for the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) Notice : The photos in the screen shot below. (If...
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Step 5: Click the Accept button. The system is completed. Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Then the driver installation is installing the components.
Step 5: Click the Accept button. The system is completed. Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Then the driver installation is installing the components.
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...AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Function: Apply to the previous applied setup. Function: Restore the default setup. By clicking 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5, users can switch around these profiles This page indicates where users can be changed. Function: When it 's locked, GPU CLOCK / MEMORY CLOCK / GPU VOLTAGE / MEMORY VOLTAGE can not be adjusted. Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK / MEMORY CLOCK / GPU VOLTAGE / MEMORY VOLTAGE can set different profiles. OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN...
...AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Function: Apply to the previous applied setup. Function: Restore the default setup. By clicking 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5, users can switch around these profiles This page indicates where users can be changed. Function: When it 's locked, GPU CLOCK / MEMORY CLOCK / GPU VOLTAGE / MEMORY VOLTAGE can not be adjusted. Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK / MEMORY CLOCK / GPU VOLTAGE / MEMORY VOLTAGE can set different profiles. OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN...
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FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: show real time fan speed, it will be controlled automatically. MODE: show 0% if using a passive graphics card. Return to PROFILES page. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will show Auto mode or Manual mode, users can adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph.
FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: show real time fan speed, it will be controlled automatically. MODE: show 0% if using a passive graphics card. Return to PROFILES page. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will show Auto mode or Manual mode, users can adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph.
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Software Installation You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - ONLINE SUPPORT ONLINE SUPPORT: Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT 1.Update BIOS: The BIOS version of your VGA is an updated DRIVER version available. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is shown in the page. You can download the updated DRIVER version and it installs automatically. 2.Update Driver The DRIVER version of your VGA is an updated BIOS version available. By clicking the item...
Software Installation You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - ONLINE SUPPORT ONLINE SUPPORT: Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT 1.Update BIOS: The BIOS version of your VGA is an updated DRIVER version available. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is shown in the page. You can download the updated DRIVER version and it installs automatically. 2.Update Driver The DRIVER version of your VGA is an updated BIOS version available. By clicking the item...
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Otherwise, select Digital Output Device (SPDIF), which is the onboard audio controller. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Step 2: In the Manage audio devices dialog box, click the Playback tab. Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI). Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs.
Otherwise, select Digital Output Device (SPDIF), which is the onboard audio controller. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3 Step 2: In the Manage audio devices dialog box, click the Playback tab. Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI). Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs.
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Software Installation Finally, click Next to configure display setting for the new file. Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for desktop viewing. HydraVision Configuration Settings This wizard will take you to set up the HydraVision Configuration based on your own preference. - 23 - The video file has been successfully converted. Setup my display configuration This wizard allows you wish to change the name of the new file, enter the new name in the Output File area. If you to start file conversion.
Software Installation Finally, click Next to configure display setting for the new file. Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for desktop viewing. HydraVision Configuration Settings This wizard will take you to set up the HydraVision Configuration based on your own preference. - 23 - The video file has been successfully converted. Setup my display configuration This wizard allows you wish to change the name of the new file, enter the new name in the Output File area. If you to start file conversion.
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...61550; Graphics Software Provides software information including driver version, CATALYST version, Direct 3D version and so on. Graphics Hardware Provides hardware information including graphics chipset, BIOS version, memory size, core clock and so on. Quick Settings: The Quick Settings page provides access to three main settings. 3D Quality 3D Performance and Quality Settings allows your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop (requires more balanced setting. Video Playback Use this option to match new display...
...61550; Graphics Software Provides software information including driver version, CATALYST version, Direct 3D version and so on. Graphics Hardware Provides hardware information including graphics chipset, BIOS version, memory size, core clock and so on. Quick Settings: The Quick Settings page provides access to three main settings. 3D Quality 3D Performance and Quality Settings allows your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop (requires more balanced setting. Video Playback Use this option to match new display...
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... than one graphics card installed in your desktop, video, and 3D applications. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Profiles Properties: You can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. 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. Note: A profile applies to restore defaults, change skins, and update the Catalyst Control Center.
... than one graphics card installed in your desktop, video, and 3D applications. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Profiles Properties: You can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. 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. Note: A profile applies to restore defaults, change skins, and update the Catalyst Control Center.
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...-screen application or game has a default refresh rate that is the central location for configuring your display devices and arranging your desktop in a multi-monitor environment. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control to change your display setup and arrange your desktop. Note: On systems Windows XP, this page will show up the 3D Refresh Rate Override item. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to prevent screen flicker when detecting a display. Displays Manager: Displays...
...-screen application or game has a default refresh rate that is the central location for configuring your display devices and arranging your desktop in a multi-monitor environment. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control to change your display setup and arrange your desktop. Note: On systems Windows XP, this page will show up the 3D Refresh Rate Override item. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to prevent screen flicker when detecting a display. Displays Manager: Displays...
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..., and temperature for the resolution and refresh rate. Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to resize and reposition the computer desktop on your monitor's display screen. Software Installation You can also adjust the horizontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. AvivoTM Colo Use AvivoTM Color for AMD graphics cards that support per-display color settings. EDID uses the information provided by the attached monitor to determine the limits for each attached and enabled display. - 29 - Monitor Properties 1: Attributes Monitor Attributes provides...
..., and temperature for the resolution and refresh rate. Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to resize and reposition the computer desktop on your monitor's display screen. Software Installation You can also adjust the horizontal and vertical sync or enable composite sync. AvivoTM Colo Use AvivoTM Color for AMD graphics cards that support per-display color settings. EDID uses the information provided by the attached monitor to determine the limits for each attached and enabled display. - 29 - Monitor Properties 1: Attributes Monitor Attributes provides...
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... the color to display for overall system performance, overall 3D image quality, or a balance between the two. This page is useful when you are not aware of which type of 3D settings your application uses, or when you want to use the Use application settings option. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 30 - 3D: Standard Settings The Standard Settings page provides access to a universal slider control...
... the color to display for overall system performance, overall 3D image quality, or a balance between the two. This page is useful when you are not aware of which type of 3D settings your application uses, or when you want to use the Use application settings option. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 30 - 3D: Standard Settings The Standard Settings page provides access to a universal slider control...
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... any preview window, allowing for quick access and adjustment. Software Installation This page is useful when it is best used in conjunction with smooth, simple surfaces, like those seen in CAD applications. • Setting for quality is not necessary to the application's requirements. All Settings The All Settings page combines all of color by using the Gamma control. It works best when used with applications...
... any preview window, allowing for quick access and adjustment. Software Installation This page is useful when it is best used in conjunction with smooth, simple surfaces, like those seen in CAD applications. • Setting for quality is not necessary to the application's requirements. All Settings The All Settings page combines all of color by using the Gamma control. It works best when used with applications...
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... applications with video overlay support. Basic Color Use the Avivo Color: Basic option to fine tune the color of the video presets. These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Advanced Color Use the Advanced Color page to manually set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Tint for Windows Vista. Note: This page is only for video playback. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Note: Certain video formats do not support these adjustments.
... applications with video overlay support. Basic Color Use the Avivo Color: Basic option to fine tune the color of the video presets. These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Advanced Color Use the Advanced Color page to manually set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Tint for Windows Vista. Note: This page is only for video playback. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Note: Certain video formats do not support these adjustments.
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... solutions specific to a particular configuration. Note: This page is booted or only when running 3D applications. CrossFireXTM: CrossFireX delivers exceptional performance on a single display by combining the processing power of two or more Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). Configure When an ATI CrossFireX configuration is detected for the graphics processor clock and video memory clock. AMD Overdrive: Use Overdrive to maximize your viewing experience by the ATI Catalyst display driver, ATI CrossFireX support...
... solutions specific to a particular configuration. Note: This page is booted or only when running 3D applications. CrossFireXTM: CrossFireX delivers exceptional performance on a single display by combining the processing power of two or more Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). Configure When an ATI CrossFireX configuration is detected for the graphics processor clock and video memory clock. AMD Overdrive: Use Overdrive to maximize your viewing experience by the ATI Catalyst display driver, ATI CrossFireX support...
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... PCI Express x16 slot. Restart your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the monitor's manual.) AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 36 - If necessary, adjust your computer. After getting into Safe Mode, in graphics to be disabled or to the card's display connector. When the Windows Advanced Options Menu appears, select Safe Mode and press . Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver...
... PCI Express x16 slot. Restart your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the monitor's manual.) AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 36 - If necessary, adjust your computer. After getting into Safe Mode, in graphics to be disabled or to the card's display connector. When the Windows Advanced Options Menu appears, select Safe Mode and press . Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver...