User manual AMD ATI RADEON HD 4800

[. . . ] ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series User Guide Part Number: 137-41521-10 ii © 2008 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. [. . . ] The graphics card provides hardware support for DVI-I and VGA monitors, and HDMI HDTVs (using a DVI-to-HDMI adapter). Table 1­1 Display Configurations (ATI CrossFireX Inactive) Display CRT analog display LCD digital monitor TV HDTV display HDMI HDTV Connections DVI-I connection and DVI-I-to-VGA adapter · DVI-I connection and DVI cable · DVI-I connection and DVI-I-to-VGA adapter 7-pin HDTV output cable · DVI connection and DVI cable · 7-pin HDTV output cable and RCA cables · DVI connection and DVI-to-HDMI adapter and HDMI cable ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series ©2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Chapter 2 ATI CrossFireX Technology ATI CrossFireX Introduction ATI CrossFireX technology harnesses two or more GPUs (graphics processing units) to be used in a single computer to run up to 2 displays, 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. 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 the system. is enabled in the ATI Catalyst Control Center software, the optimal rendering mode available for the application is automatically selected. Installing ATI CrossFireX Graphics Cards These instructions assume that a PCIe® graphics card has already been successfully installed in the secondary slot (slot one), and that the primary slot (slot zero) is empty. Note: Consult your system builder or OEM to ensure that your system has an adequate power supply. For an up-to-date listing of ATI CrossFireX certified motherboards, see ati. amd. com/products/certification 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 Technology 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 secondary PCIe slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated. 7. If using a 3-card configuration, align the third graphics card in the third PCIe 8. Remove protection tags from the ends of the ATI CrossFireX interconnects and connect the cards. Caution: Always handle the ATI CrossFireX bridge interconnects by the connector only. Figure 2­1 ATI CrossFireX Bridge Interconnect Protection Tag slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series ©2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. 11 Figure 2­2 ATI CrossFireX Installation 1 2 3 Power supply ATI CrossFireX graphics cards Interconnect 9. 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 13. Turn on the monitor and then the computer. You now need to enable ATI CrossFireX in ATI Catalyst Control Center. Enabling ATI CrossFireX 1. From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card that acts as the Master VPU. ©2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series 12 ATI CrossFireX Technology 3. [. . . ] If the component input device supports it, try 720p mode. Consult the HDTV documentation. 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 4800 Series ©2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting 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. [. . . ]