User manual AMD ATI RADEON HD 3400

[. . . ] ATI Radeon HD 3400 Series User Guide Part Number: 137-41448 ii © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices Inc. The contents of this document are provided in connection with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD makes no representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the contents of this publication and reserves the right to make changes to specifications and product descriptions at any time without notice. The information contained herein may be of a preliminary or advance nature and is subject to change without notice. [. . . ] When ATI CrossFireX is active, display devices connected to the other connections on both graphics cards are rendered inactive. The graphics card provides hardware support for DVI-I and VGA monitors, and HDMI HDTVs (either directly or using a DVI-to-HDMI adapter). It also provides TV output. © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 3400 Series 8 Installation Table 1­2 Display Configurations (ATI CrossFireX Inactive) Display CRT analog display LCD digital monitor Connections · VGA connection · DVI-I-to-VGA adapter · DVI-I connection · VGA connection · DVI-I-to-VGA adapter · DisplayPort connection · DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter TV · DVI-to-HDTV adapter and RCA cables · 7-pin S-Video output cable · 7-pin S-Video-to-composite adapter and RCA cables HDTV display · DVI connection · DVI-to-HDTV adapter and RCA cables · DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter HDMI HDTV · HDMI connection · DVI-to-HDMI adapter and HDMI cable ATI Radeon HD 3400 Series © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Chapter 2 ATI CrossFireX ATI CrossFireX Introduction ATI CrossFireX technology harnesses two or more GPUs (graphics processing units) to be used in a single computer to run a display, creating a highperformance gaming platform. Typically, setup involves 2 or more graphics cards, but with the appropriate motherboard, the technology can use a single card and the built-in GPU of the motherboard. ATI CrossFireX is designed for optimal use on a single display; however, it is also possible for each GPU in an ATI CrossFireX configuration to individually drive their own monitors when ATI CrossFireX support is not enabled. Note: The ATI Catalyst Control Center software contains a different ATI CrossFireX user interface for each configuration type and automatically loads the appropriate one when a valid ATI CrossFireX configuration is detected in your system. is enabled in the ATI Catalyst Control Center software, the optimal rendering mode available for the application is automatically selected. Installing a Graphics Cards for Hybrid ATI CrossFireX Setup Note: Make sure that your system has an adequate power supply. An AMD-certified motherboard is required for a Hybrid ATI CrossFireX setup. For an up-to-date listing of certified motherboards, see ati. amd. com/products/ certified. Installing a graphics card for Hybrid ATI CrossFireX setup is the same as installing a graphics card normally. The difference is ATI CrossFireX can be enabled after installation. 1. Make sure the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices are off. Unplug the computer power cord and disconnect the monitor cable from the back panel of the computer. Caution: To avoid possible damage to the motherboard, wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or removing a component from the motherboard. 3. Remove the computer cover. If necessary, consult the computer manual for help removing the cover. 10 ATI CrossFireX Caution: Remember to discharge your body's static electricity by touching the power supply case or the metal surface of the computer chassis. 4. Remove any unneeded graphics cards from the computer. Warning: Some graphics cards can get hot while operating. Wait approximately five minutes after turning off the computer before touching the card. 5. Align the new graphics card in the PCIe slot and press firmly until the card Figure 2­1 Graphics Card Installation 7. Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected and plug in the computer 10. Turn on the monitor and then the computer. You now need to enable ATI CrossFireX in ATI Catalyst Control Center. ATI Radeon HD 3400 Series © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. 11 Installing the Second Card for ATI CrossFireX Setup This procedure describes installing a second card to complete a dual-card ATI CrossFireX setup and assumes the first card has already been installed. Make sure the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices are off. [. . . ] Restart the computer with only the CRT monitor connected. Customer Care For detailed instructions on how to use your product, refer to the documentation included on the installation CD. To activate Customer Care, you must register your product at ati. amd. com/ online/registration. If you require further assistance with your product, the following Customer Care options are available: ATI Radeon HD 3400 Series © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. The computer boots up but there is no display. 19 Service Online or mail Availability 24 hours a day Language Access English, French, Spanish http://ati. amd. com/ support/ or Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. , Graphics Product Group, Attention: Customer Care, 1 Commerce Valley Drive East, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3T 7X6 1-877-284-1566 (tollfree) or 1-905-882-2626 (Canada) (International and/or local toll charges to Canada will apply). Telephone US & Canada Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a. m. For more information, please refer to ati. amd. com/support/ terms/. English AMD Customer Care for Graphics Products will work to resolve your issue and help you to get your ATI product up and running. [. . . ]