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    ATI Radeon HD 3800 Series User Guide Part Number: 137-41424-20[...]

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    © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices Inc. All rights reserved. The contents of this document are provided in connection with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (“AMD”) products. 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[...]

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    Important Safety Instructions Note: This product is for use only with compatible UL listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation of this class of product. 1. Read all the instructions. Read all the safety and operating instructions before the product is operated. 2. Retain the instructions. Retain the sa[...]

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    Caution: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV systems installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC, which provides guidelines f[...]

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    Contents Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Replacing an Existing Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    VCCI Class B ITE Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 MIC Certification Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 BSMI Certification Information . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    Chapter 1 Installation For support, you will need to record the serial number and the part number for the card before installation. Installation Overview The installation of the card has slightly different procedures depending on whether you are replacing an existing card or installing a graphics card in a PC for the first time. This section briefl[...]

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    Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows® XP) Follow these steps to uninstall the existing graphics card driver in preparation for installation of a new card. 1. With the current graphics card still in the computer, close all open applications. 2. On the Windows taskbar, click Start ▷ Control Panel and then double-click Add or Remove Programs . 3. S[...]

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    Installing the Graphics Card 1. Turn off the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices. 2. 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[...]

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    1 Power supply 2 Graphics card 8. Fasten the graphics card securely to the back panel. 9. Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. 10. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected and then plug in the computer power cord. 11. Turn on the monitor and th[...]

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    • ATI Catalyst™ Control Center software. • HydraVision™ software (included in the custom install). • SurroundView™ software (included in the custom install). • ATI Avivo™ video converter software (included in the custom install). 1. Insert the Software and Documentation CD. Note: If the install wizard does not start, navigate to the[...]

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    Note: The ATI Catalyst Control Center software can also enable and configure multiple monitors. b. To access the basic multi-monitor configuration settings, click the Settings tab. c. Select the monitor icon identified by the number 2 . Note: When using multiple monitors with the graphics card, one monitor will always be the primary display, additi[...]

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    Adapter Description DVI-to-VGA DVI-to-HDMI The HDMI adapter is a proprietary adapter manufactured and sold by approved manufacturers (like Wieson Technologies Co., Ltd.) that has a specific detection mechanism to allow properly configured graphics cards to pass HDMI signals through a DVI connection to an HDMI compliant device. 7-pin HDTV output cab[...]

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    8 Installation ATI Radeon HD 3800 Series © 2007 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.[...]

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    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 high- performance gaming platform. Typically, setup involves 2 or more graphics cards, but with the appropriate motherboard, the technology can use a singl[...]

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    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.[...]

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    Figure 2–2 ATI CrossFireX Installation 1 Power supply 2 ATI CrossFireX graphics cards 3 Interconnect 9. Connect the power supply to the cards. 10. Fasten the graphics cards securely to the back panel. 11. Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. 12[...]

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    4. If your system has more than two ATI CrossFireX-capable graphics cards, the Selecting a Slave GPU dialog appears where you must select the graphics card that will partner with the Master GPU. Note: Enabling ATI CrossFireX for the selected graphics card automatically disables GPU Accelerated Physics for that same card. Note: When ATI CrossFireX i[...]

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    Chapter 3 Reference The following section offers troubleshooting tips and provides customer care, warranty, and compliance information. System Requirements Hardware Minimum requirements are: • Motherboard with one PCIe ×16 lane graphics slot. • AMD Athlon™ or Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU. • 1 GB RAM. • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive for installing s[...]

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    Using ATI Catalyst Control Center ATI Catalyst Control Center Overview The ATI Catalyst Control Center software provides access to the display features of the graphics card. Use the software to fine-tune graphics settings, enable or disable connected display devices, and change the orientation of the desktop. Many features display previews of the c[...]

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    Accessing ATI Catalyst Control Center Help ATI Catalyst Control Center Help provides information on the features and concepts of your ATI Radeon graphics card. You can also use the ATI Catalyst Control Center Help feature to access usage information, generate a problem report, and get software version information for your graphics card. 1. Open ATI[...]

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    1. Check motherboard manufacturer Web site for SBIOS update. 2. Turn off the on-board video. The computer does not boot up properly. Verify that the installation instructions were followed correctly. Make certain that the graphics card is properly connected to the power supply and the motherboard. If using Windows operating system, restart your com[...]

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    Note: When disabling ATI CrossFireX you will be given the option to restart your computer to restore the original graphics memory size or continue with the reduced memory size. Card Reversal Recommended A recommendation message to reverse the graphics card positions may appear if the master graphics card is not installed into the primary PCIe slot.[...]

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    swapped, enable ATI CrossFireX. This ensures the new configuration is detected by the computer. HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care for ATI products at ati.amd.com . Table 3–2 HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Solution The colors on the TV display are inc[...]

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    Service Availability Language Access Online or mail 24 hours a day 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 Telephone US & Canada Monday to Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday: 9:00 a[...]

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    FCC Compliance Information This product complies with FCC Rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the l[...]

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    Electrical Safety Europe: The Low Voltage Directive—2006/95/EC EN 60950-1, 1st edition—Safety of Information Technology Equipment USA/Canada: • UL 60950-1, 1st edition, 2006-07-07 (Information Technology Equipment— Safety—Part 1: General Requirements) • CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03, 1st edition, 2006-07 (Information Technology Equipment—S[...]

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    MIC Certification Information "Class B" Equipment (Household purpose info/telecommunications equipment) As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for household purpose, this product can be used in any area including residential area. BSMI Certification Information 22 Reference ATI Radeon HD 3800 Series © 2007 Advanced Micro Device[...]