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... occur. Documentation Updates AMD is constantly improving its products including, but not limited to AMD products which this...performance, or use as components in systems intended for a particular purpose, or infringement of Dolby Laboratories. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD...body, or in other applications intended to support or sustain life, or in any act..., to specifications and product descriptions at any intellectual property right. All rights reserved. AMD's documentation contains helpful installation/configuration tips...
... occur. Documentation Updates AMD is constantly improving its products including, but not limited to AMD products which this...performance, or use as components in systems intended for a particular purpose, or infringement of Dolby Laboratories. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD...body, or in other applications intended to support or sustain life, or in any act..., to specifications and product descriptions at any intellectual property right. All rights reserved. AMD's documentation contains helpful installation/configuration tips...
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... replace the obsolete outlet. A 3-pin plug will prevent damage to the product from power lines. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting ...iii Important Safety Instructions Note: This product is for use only with compatible UL listed personal computers that the antenna or cable system is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it is grounded so as contact with them may be connected to the product, be sure that have installation instructions detailing user installation...
... replace the obsolete outlet. A 3-pin plug will prevent damage to the product from power lines. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting ...iii Important Safety Instructions Note: This product is for use only with compatible UL listed personal computers that the antenna or cable system is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it is grounded so as contact with them may be connected to the product, be sure that have installation instructions detailing user installation...
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Contents Installation 1 Installation Overview 1 Replacing an Existing Card 1 First Card for this PC 1 Record the Serial and Part Numbers 1 Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows® XP 2 Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows Vista 2 Installing the Graphics Card 3 Installing the ATI Catalyst™ Software Suite (Windows OS 6 Display Configuration 6 Configure the Display (Optional) 6 ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Connections 7 Display Adapters (Optional Accessories 8 Supported Display Connections 8 ATI...
Contents Installation 1 Installation Overview 1 Replacing an Existing Card 1 First Card for this PC 1 Record the Serial and Part Numbers 1 Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows® XP 2 Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows Vista 2 Installing the Graphics Card 3 Installing the ATI Catalyst™ Software Suite (Windows OS 6 Display Configuration 6 Configure the Display (Optional) 6 ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Connections 7 Display Adapters (Optional Accessories 8 Supported Display Connections 8 ATI...
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... then install the new drivers and software. 5. With the computer off the computer and then remove the old card. 3. Figure 1-1 Sample Serial and Part Numbers The emphasized numbers in a PC for registration and free support. Restart the computer. First Card for this PC If this PC, you need to : 1. The serial number and 102 part number on whether you are replacing an...
... then install the new drivers and software. 5. With the computer off the computer and then remove the old card. 3. Figure 1-1 Sample Serial and Part Numbers The emphasized numbers in a PC for registration and free support. Restart the computer. First Card for this PC If this PC, you need to : 1. The serial number and 102 part number on whether you are replacing an...
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... card still in preparation for installation of a new card. 1. Turn off the system after the driver has been removed. Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows Vista®) Follow these steps to uninstall the existing graphics card driver in the computer, close all...drivers. 4. The driver for the graphics card you are replacing. 5. For example, DVD Player or Multimedia applications. 2 Installation Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows® XP) Follow these steps to uninstall the existing graphics card driver in the computer, close all open applications. 2. On the Windows...
... card still in preparation for installation of a new card. 1. Turn off the system after the driver has been removed. Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows Vista®) Follow these steps to uninstall the existing graphics card driver in the computer, close all...drivers. 4. The driver for the graphics card you are replacing. 5. For example, DVD Player or Multimedia applications. 2 Installation Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows® XP) Follow these steps to uninstall the existing graphics card driver in the computer, close all open applications. 2. On the Windows...
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... Align the graphics card with the correct bus to discharge your motherboard. 6. First Card for help in until the card is fully seated. 7. Turn off the system. Tip: If necessary, consult the computer manual for this PC 3 6. Caution: Remember to match your body's... computer chassis. Turn off the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices. 2. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Installing the Graphics Card 1. Connect the internal power cable(s) to the motherboard, wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or removing a component...
... Align the graphics card with the correct bus to discharge your motherboard. 6. First Card for help in until the card is fully seated. 7. Turn off the system. Tip: If necessary, consult the computer manual for this PC 3 6. Caution: Remember to match your body's... computer chassis. Turn off the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices. 2. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Installing the Graphics Card 1. Connect the internal power cable(s) to the motherboard, wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or removing a component...
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...software (included in the shortcut that best suit your requirements and the display's performance. 3. Follow the on as a user with the display, no adjustments are installed using the Express installation. Click the Settings tab and then select the screen ...installer fails to select individual software components for installation. 6 Installation Installing the ATI Catalyst™ Software Suite (Windows OS) To install or remove software, you must have a software conflict, you can download the latest software from ati.amd.com/support/driver.html and then install it. Note: If the install...
...software (included in the shortcut that best suit your requirements and the display's performance. 3. Follow the on as a user with the display, no adjustments are installed using the Express installation. Click the Settings tab and then select the screen ...installer fails to select individual software components for installation. 6 Installation Installing the ATI Catalyst™ Software Suite (Windows OS) To install or remove software, you must have a software conflict, you can download the latest software from ati.amd.com/support/driver.html and then install it. Note: If the install...
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... display you can also enable and configure multiple monitors. Set the Screen Resolution and Color Quality as secondary. Caution: Choosing a refresh rate unsupported by the number 2. Consult the display's documentation if necessary. 5. To...Dual Link connection (It provides audio and video digital signals and HDMI™ output that is compatible with most HDMI devices.) © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Connections The following : a. b. Select the monitor icon identified by the display may vary between models. Click Extend my Windows...
... display you can also enable and configure multiple monitors. Set the Screen Resolution and Color Quality as secondary. Caution: Choosing a refresh rate unsupported by the number 2. Consult the display's documentation if necessary. 5. To...Dual Link connection (It provides audio and video digital signals and HDMI™ output that is compatible with most HDMI devices.) © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Connections The following : a. b. Select the monitor icon identified by the display may vary between models. Click Extend my Windows...
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...supported 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 other connections on both graphics cards are rendered inactive. 8 Installation Display Adapters (Optional Accessories) The following illustrates the adapters you can use... monitors, and HDMI HDTVs (using a DVI-to -HDMI adapter and HDMI cable ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. The graphics card provides hardware support for DVI-I -to-VGA adapter...
...supported 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 other connections on both graphics cards are rendered inactive. 8 Installation Display Adapters (Optional Accessories) The following illustrates the adapters you can use... monitors, and HDMI HDTVs (using a DVI-to -HDMI adapter and HDMI cable ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. The graphics card provides hardware support for DVI-I -to-VGA adapter...
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...amd.com/products/certification 1. Typically, setup involves 2 or more GPUs (graphics processing units) to be used in the secondary slot (slot one when a valid ATI CrossFireX configuration is empty. Make sure the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices are off. 2. If necessary, consult the computer manual... user interface for help removing the cover. Unplug the computer power cord and disconnect the monitor cable from the motherboard. 3. Installing ATI CrossFireX Graphics Cards These instructions assume that a PCIe® graphics card has already been successfully installed in...
...amd.com/products/certification 1. Typically, setup involves 2 or more GPUs (graphics processing units) to be used in the secondary slot (slot one when a valid ATI CrossFireX configuration is empty. Make sure the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices are off. 2. If necessary, consult the computer manual... user interface for help removing the cover. Unplug the computer power cord and disconnect the monitor cable from the motherboard. 3. Installing ATI CrossFireX Graphics Cards These instructions assume that a PCIe® graphics card has already been successfully installed in...
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...motherboard. Align the new graphics card in the third PCIe slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated. 8. Wait approximately five minutes after turning off the computer before touching the card. 5. Figure 2-1 ATI CrossFireX Bridge Interconnect Protection Tag ATI Radeon HD 4800... connector only. If necessary, remove the corresponding back panel cover. 6. Locate the PCIe slots on the flexible cable. If using a 3-card configuration, align the third graphics card in the secondary PCIe slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly...
...motherboard. Align the new graphics card in the third PCIe slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated. 8. Wait approximately five minutes after turning off the computer before touching the card. 5. Figure 2-1 ATI CrossFireX Bridge Interconnect Protection Tag ATI Radeon HD 4800... connector only. If necessary, remove the corresponding back panel cover. 6. Locate the PCIe slots on the flexible cable. If using a 3-card configuration, align the third graphics card in the secondary PCIe slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly...
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...list, select the graphics card that acts as the Master VPU. © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Fasten the graphics cards securely to the cards. 10. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected and plug in ATI Catalyst Control... interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. 12. Turn on the monitor and then the computer. From the Graphics Settings tree, click CrossFire™. 2. 11 Figure 2-2 ATI CrossFireX Installation 1 Power supply 2 ATI CrossFireX graphics cards 3 Interconnect 9. ...
...list, select the graphics card that acts as the Master VPU. © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series Fasten the graphics cards securely to the cards. 10. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected and plug in ATI Catalyst Control... interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. 12. Turn on the monitor and then the computer. From the Graphics Settings tree, click CrossFire™. 2. 11 Figure 2-2 ATI CrossFireX Installation 1 Power supply 2 ATI CrossFireX graphics cards 3 Interconnect 9. ...
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.... • AMD Athlon™ or Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU. • 1 GB RAM. • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive for installing software. • A 450 watt or better power supply with good airflow and cooling are strongly recommended; For list of certified cases, see ati.amd.com/certifiedpsu. Chapter 3 Reference The following section offers troubleshooting tips and...
.... • AMD Athlon™ or Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU. • 1 GB RAM. • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive for installing software. • A 450 watt or better power supply with good airflow and cooling are strongly recommended; For list of certified cases, see ati.amd.com/certifiedpsu. Chapter 3 Reference The following section offers troubleshooting tips and...
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... Route Instructions Windows Desktop Windows Start Menu Windows System Tray Desktop Shortcut Predefined Hot Keys 1. Select All Programs ▷ Catalyst Control Center. 1. If you chose this option, you can double-click the ATI Catalyst Control Center desktop shortcut. Use the software to fine-tune graphics settings, enable...the AMD Customer Care Web site at http:// ati.amd.com/support/). From the short menu, select ATI Catalyst Control Center. Press the predefined hot keys, Ctrl+Alt+C, to launch ATI Catalyst Control Center. You can be customized for easy access to the most-used features...
... Route Instructions Windows Desktop Windows Start Menu Windows System Tray Desktop Shortcut Predefined Hot Keys 1. Select All Programs ▷ Catalyst Control Center. 1. If you chose this option, you can double-click the ATI Catalyst Control Center desktop shortcut. Use the software to fine-tune graphics settings, enable...the AMD Customer Care Web site at http:// ati.amd.com/support/). From the short menu, select ATI Catalyst Control Center. Press the predefined hot keys, Ctrl+Alt+C, to launch ATI Catalyst Control Center. You can be customized for easy access to the most-used features...
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...update. 2. Choose one with a bus that the graphics card is properly connected to the internal power supply and the motherboard. Replace old card and then try these possible solutions: 1. Enter the word(s) you wish to search for the in search box of the motherboard...the help contents for a specific term. ➭ To access AMD's Web site, from the ATI Catalyst Control Center Dashboard, choose Help ▷ Go to ATI.com. Searching the Help 1. Troubleshooting Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care for ATI ...
...update. 2. Choose one with a bus that the graphics card is properly connected to the internal power supply and the motherboard. Replace old card and then try these possible solutions: 1. Enter the word(s) you wish to search for the in search box of the motherboard...the help contents for a specific term. ➭ To access AMD's Web site, from the ATI Catalyst Control Center Dashboard, choose Help ▷ Go to ATI.com. Searching the Help 1. Troubleshooting Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care for ATI ...
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..., consult the Windows documentation. Troubleshooting ATI CrossFireX The following are suggested solutions for interrupt assignments. Change Motherboard BIOS Settings Some motherboards may need to switch between single and dual PCIe slot support. For more information. 16 Reference The computer does not boot up but there is no display. Verify that the installation instructions were followed correctly. If using Windows operating system...
..., consult the Windows documentation. Troubleshooting ATI CrossFireX The following are suggested solutions for interrupt assignments. Change Motherboard BIOS Settings Some motherboards may need to switch between single and dual PCIe slot support. For more information. 16 Reference The computer does not boot up but there is no display. Verify that the installation instructions were followed correctly. If using Windows operating system...
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...motherboard's manual to start -up for the first time after installing two ATI CrossFireX graphics cards if neither card is not installed into the primary PCIe slot. ATI CrossFireX Starts in Software Mode This is normal when starting up . Close all running . You can be enabled, performance may appear if the primary graphics card is installed... restart your graphics hardware or there is a problem with the reduced memory size. This ensures the new configuration is running 3D applications. • Re-install the ATI Catalyst Control Center and drivers. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series
...motherboard's manual to start -up for the first time after installing two ATI CrossFireX graphics cards if neither card is not installed into the primary PCIe slot. ATI CrossFireX Starts in Software Mode This is normal when starting up . Close all running . You can be enabled, performance may appear if the primary graphics card is installed... restart your graphics hardware or there is a problem with the reduced memory size. This ensures the new configuration is running 3D applications. • Re-install the ATI Catalyst Control Center and drivers. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series
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...Reference HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care for ATI products at ati.amd.com/ online/registration. Restart the is set to YPbPr input. The display appears tilted. Customer Care For detailed instructions on the installation CD. Make sure...: ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. If you must register your product, refer to the documentation included on how to 480i and 480p modes. Table 3-2 HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Solution The colors...
...Reference HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care for ATI products at ati.amd.com/ online/registration. Restart the is set to YPbPr input. The display appears tilted. Customer Care For detailed instructions on the installation CD. Make sure...: ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series © 2008 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. If you must register your product, refer to the documentation included on how to 480i and 480p modes. Table 3-2 HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Solution The colors...
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... is critical to your decision to assist with the available support options and will choose the method that best meets their needs and budget. • AMD Customer Care reserves the right to limit support options for products that you are within the period of time... AMD is not responsible for this product, which is the result of support. HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting 19 Service Online or mail Telephone US & Canada Availability Language Access 24 hours a day English, French, Spanish Monday to 5:30 p.m. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series It is expected that customers will review...
... is critical to your decision to assist with the available support options and will choose the method that best meets their needs and budget. • AMD Customer Care reserves the right to limit support options for products that you are within the period of time... AMD is not responsible for this product, which is the result of support. HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting 19 Service Online or mail Telephone US & Canada Availability Language Access 24 hours a day English, French, Spanish Monday to 5:30 p.m. ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series It is expected that customers will review...
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...uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to operate the equipment. Changes or modifications to this equipment. CE Compliance Information EMC Directive 2004/108/EC ATI Radeon HD 4800...with FCC regulations. FCC Compliance Information This product complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Re...compliance could void the user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful ...
...uses and can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to operate the equipment. Changes or modifications to this equipment. CE Compliance Information EMC Directive 2004/108/EC ATI Radeon HD 4800...with FCC regulations. FCC Compliance Information This product complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Re...compliance could void the user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful ...