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... rapid change in technology, some of the specifications might be reproduced or transmitted in this manual. Doing so may be out of date before publication of this manual may void the warranty of their respective owners. AMD® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 103 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
... rapid change in technology, some of the specifications might be reproduced or transmitted in this manual. Doing so may be out of date before publication of this manual may void the warranty of their respective owners. AMD® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 103 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
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... DVI-I connector. To connect a DisplayPort monitor to your graphics card, use the DisplayPort connector. Hardware Installation Step 1. If necessary, remove the metal cover from this slot; Step 2. After installation, remember to connect the power cable to prevent system instability. Please refer to fasten the card in firmly until the card is securely inserted. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Replace the screw to next chapter for detailed instructions. To connect an HDMI monitor...
... DVI-I connector. To connect a DisplayPort monitor to your graphics card, use the DisplayPort connector. Hardware Installation Step 1. If necessary, remove the metal cover from this slot; Step 2. After installation, remember to connect the power cable to prevent system instability. Please refer to fasten the card in firmly until the card is securely inserted. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Replace the screw to next chapter for detailed instructions. To connect an HDMI monitor...
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... an AMD CrossFireX configuration is detected for the first time by the AMD Catalyst display driver, AMD CrossFireX support is automatically enabled, and the best possible GPU combination is not enabled, access the AMD Catalyst Control Center (please refer to Page 14). If AMD CrossFireX is selected based on a CrossFireX-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables (Figure 1). Figure 2 - 5 - Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. A CrossFireX certified motherboard with two PCI Express x16...
... an AMD CrossFireX configuration is detected for the first time by the AMD Catalyst display driver, AMD CrossFireX support is automatically enabled, and the best possible GPU combination is not enabled, access the AMD Catalyst Control Center (please refer to Page 14). If AMD CrossFireX is selected based on a CrossFireX-supported motherboard and connect the graphics cards via two CrossFire bridge interconnect cables (Figure 1). Figure 2 - 5 - Then users can enable the CrossFireX technology through the graphics card driver. A CrossFireX certified motherboard with two PCI Express x16...
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... audio and video signals. Unpacking and installation should be left in its original packing until it is activated. However, audio output from the onboard audio controller or the external sound card will be the default Sound Playback device to ensure that came with the components whenever the components are no need for obvious damage. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - To protect them against damage from the system. AMD Graphics Accelerator support HDMI output...
... audio and video signals. Unpacking and installation should be left in its original packing until it is activated. However, audio output from the onboard audio controller or the external sound card will be the default Sound Playback device to ensure that came with the components whenever the components are no need for obvious damage. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - To protect them against damage from the system. AMD Graphics Accelerator support HDMI output...
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3. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Step 2: Select the displayed language and then click Next. Software Installation Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 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 Windows XP, you...
3. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Step 2: Select the displayed language and then click Next. Software Installation Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 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 Windows XP, you...
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AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. Step 5: Click the Accept button. Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. The system is completed. Then the driver installation is installing the components.
AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Setp 4: Click the Express or Custom icon and then click Next. Step 5: Click the Accept button. Step 6: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. The system is completed. Then the driver installation is installing the components.
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...: Apply to the previous applied setup. Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK / MEMORY CLOCK / GPU VOLTAGE / MEMORY VOLTAGE can set different profiles. Function: Restore the default setup. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 GPU VOLTAGE、MEMORY VOLTAGE、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. By clicking 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5, users can switch around these profiles This page indicates where users can be changed. Function: Return to what has...
...: Apply to the previous applied setup. Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK / MEMORY CLOCK / GPU VOLTAGE / MEMORY VOLTAGE can set different profiles. Function: Restore the default setup. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 GPU VOLTAGE、MEMORY VOLTAGE、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. By clicking 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5, users can switch around these profiles This page indicates where users can be changed. Function: Return to what has...
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Return to PROFILES page. MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will be controlled automatically. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: show real time fan speed, it will show Auto mode or Manual mode, users can adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph. MODE: show 0% if using a passive graphics card.
Return to PROFILES page. MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will be controlled automatically. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: show real time fan speed, it will show Auto mode or Manual mode, users can adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph. MODE: show 0% if using a passive graphics card.
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You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated BIOS version available. ONLINE SUPPORT ONLINE SUPPORT: Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT 1.Update BIOS: The BIOS version of your VGA 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 shown in the page. Software Installation By clicking...
You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated BIOS version available. ONLINE SUPPORT ONLINE SUPPORT: Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT 1.Update BIOS: The BIOS version of your VGA 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 shown in the page. Software Installation By clicking...
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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. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI).
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. Configuring Audio Output Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs. Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Manage audio devices. Step 1: Go to be the default Sound Playback device, select Digital Output Device (HDMI).
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Finally, click Next 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 to configure display setting for the new file. Software Installation Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for desktop viewing. HydraVision Configuration Settings This wizard will take you to start file conversion. If you wish to change the name of the new file, enter the new name in the Output File area.
Finally, click Next 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 to configure display setting for the new file. Software Installation Step 4: In the Output Video Format list, select a file format for desktop viewing. HydraVision Configuration Settings This wizard will take you to start file conversion. If you wish to change the name of the new file, enter the new name in the Output File area.
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... Use this option to optimize video playback in Basic and Advanced View provides hardware and software information about the installed graphics card. 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 the second display. Display Setup This option allows you to configure your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop (requires...
... Use this option to optimize video playback in Basic and Advanced View provides hardware and software information about the installed graphics card. 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 the second display. Display Setup This option allows you to configure your desktop, including changing desktop resolution and desktop mode, setting up extended desktop (requires...
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... one graphics card installed in your desktop, video, and 3D applications. The Catalyst Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always on Top Hide Tooltips Hide Splash Screen Enable System Tray Menu Select a Language ... Restore Factory Defaults ... Profiles Properties: You can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to a specific graphics card...
... one graphics card installed in your desktop, video, and 3D applications. The Catalyst Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always on Top Hide Tooltips Hide Splash Screen Enable System Tray Menu Select a Language ... Restore Factory Defaults ... Profiles Properties: You can be quickly activated manually, through a Hotkey, or by file association. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to a specific graphics card...
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... supported on systems running Windows Vista. Note: On systems Windows XP, this page will show up the 3D Refresh Rate Override item. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Displays Manager: Displays Manager is lower than optimal. Use Displays Manager to change your display setup and arrange your desktop. Choose one of OpenGL and Direct 3D applications. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to prevent screen flicker when detecting a display. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control...
... supported on systems running Windows Vista. Note: On systems Windows XP, this page will show up the 3D Refresh Rate Override item. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Displays Manager: Displays Manager is lower than optimal. Use Displays Manager to change your display setup and arrange your desktop. Choose one of OpenGL and Direct 3D applications. Use 3D Refresh Rate Override to prevent screen flicker when detecting a display. Display Options: The Display Options aspect gives you additional control...
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... resolution and refresh rate. Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to determine the limits for each attached and enabled display. - 29 - EDID uses the information provided by the attached monitor to resize and reposition the computer desktop on your monitor's display screen. 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. You can also enable Extended Display Identification Data (EDID). Monitor Properties...
... resolution and refresh rate. Adjustments Use Monitor Adjustments to determine the limits for each attached and enabled display. - 29 - EDID uses the information provided by the attached monitor to resize and reposition the computer desktop on your monitor's display screen. 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. You can also enable Extended Display Identification Data (EDID). Monitor Properties...
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... display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. Adaptive Anti-Aliasing Adaptive anti-aliasing is a rendering technique designed to improve edge smoothness and fine detail. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 30 - This feature renders 3D objects containing transparencies more realistic, providing exceptional levels of multi-sampling (MSAA) and supersampling (SSAA) on 3D objects to remove jagged edges, shimmering, and pixelation problems...
... display will automatically adjust to the application's requirements. Adaptive Anti-Aliasing Adaptive anti-aliasing is a rendering technique designed to improve edge smoothness and fine detail. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 30 - This feature renders 3D objects containing transparencies more realistic, providing exceptional levels of multi-sampling (MSAA) and supersampling (SSAA) on 3D objects to remove jagged edges, shimmering, and pixelation problems...
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... applications. • Setting for quick access and adjustment. Color: Adjust the overall richness of the principal 3D features onto a single page, without any preview window, allowing for quality is already known or understood. Anisotropic Filtering can be set to the application's requirements. All Settings The All Settings page combines all of color by using the Gamma control. Your display will automatically adjust to favor...
... applications. • Setting for quick access and adjustment. Color: Adjust the overall richness of the principal 3D features onto a single page, without any preview window, allowing for quality is already known or understood. Anisotropic Filtering can be set to the application's requirements. All Settings The All Settings page combines all of color by using the Gamma control. Your display will automatically adjust to favor...
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... for video playback. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 32 - You can preview your video settings choose one of standard definition video (720x480) to make the color more or less vibrant and to manually set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Tint for Windows Vista. AvivoTM Video: Presets To quickly adjust your changes before applying them. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Basic Color Use the Avivo Color: Basic...
... for video playback. AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 32 - You can preview your video settings choose one of standard definition video (720x480) to make the color more or less vibrant and to manually set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Tint for Windows Vista. AvivoTM Video: Presets To quickly adjust your changes before applying them. Note: These settings will only affect applications with video overlay support. Basic Color Use the Avivo Color: Basic...
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... 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 is booted or only when running 3D applications. Use the Automated clock configuration utility to obtain the ATI recommended speeds for the first time by dynamically and safely overclocking the graphics processor and memory.
... 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 is booted or only when running 3D applications. Use the Automated clock configuration utility to obtain the ATI recommended speeds for the first time by dynamically and safely overclocking the graphics processor and memory.
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... securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 36 - Ensure that the card is seated properly in and receiving power. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver. 4. If necessary, disable any built-in Device Manager check whether the driver for more information, consult your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the card's display connector.
... securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) AMD Series Graphics Accelerator - 36 - Ensure that the card is seated properly in and receiving power. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver. 4. If necessary, disable any built-in Device Manager check whether the driver for more information, consult your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the card's display connector.