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... support 5.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 AMD® Dual Graphics technology 5-5 5.2.1 System requirements 5-5 5.2.2 Before you proceed 5-5 5.2.3 Installing AMD Graphics Driver 5-5 5.2.4 Using the AMD® VISION Engine Control Center 5-6 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-7 5.3.1 Installing LucidLogix...
... support 5.1 AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 5-1 5.1.1 Requirements 5-1 5.1.2 Before you begin 5-1 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards 5-2 5.1.4 Installing the device drivers 5-3 5.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology 5-3 5.2 AMD® Dual Graphics technology 5-5 5.2.1 System requirements 5-5 5.2.2 Before you proceed 5-5 5.2.3 Installing AMD Graphics Driver 5-5 5.2.4 Using the AMD® VISION Engine Control Center 5-6 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP 5-7 5.3.1 Installing LucidLogix...
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... the features of the support DVD that may have to install and configure multiple AMD® CrossFireX™ and AMD® Dual Graphics cards. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology...components. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
... the features of the support DVD that may have to install and configure multiple AMD® CrossFireX™ and AMD® Dual Graphics cards. These documents are also provided. • Chapter 4: Software support This chapter describes the contents of the motherboard and the new technology...components. Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on ASUS hardware and software products. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 3: BIOS setup This chapter tells how to the...
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...Controller - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - Chapter 2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slots for ...PCI Express x16 graphics cards to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3/4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. AMD FCH USB3.0 Controller_2 - IRQ assignments for details. HD Audio shared...
...Controller - shared - - - - - - - shared - - - - - Chapter 2 • In single VGA card mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 slot (navy blue) for a PCI Express x16 graphics card to get better performance. • In CrossFireX™ mode, use the PCIe 2.0 x16_1 and PCIe 2.0 x16_2 slots for ...PCI Express x16 graphics cards to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3/4 when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. AMD FCH USB3.0 Controller_2 - IRQ assignments for details. HD Audio shared...
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Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD FM2 APU AMD FM2 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information
Chapter 2 2.3 Building your computer system 2.3.1 Additional tools and components to build a PC system 1 bag of screws Philips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD FM2 APU AMD FM2 compatible CPU Fan DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package. 2-28 Chapter 2: Hardware information
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...select Uninstall. 5. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers: 1. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-1 Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.1 Requirements • In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD® certified. ... to work properly, you to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Close all existing graphics card drivers before installing AMD CrossFireX graphics cards to uninstall all current applications. 2. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www....
...select Uninstall. 5. To uninstall existing graphics card drivers: 1. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-1 Follow the installation procedures in this section. 5.1.1 Requirements • In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD® certified. ... to work properly, you to Control Panel > Programs and Features. 3. Close all existing graphics card drivers before installing AMD CrossFireX graphics cards to uninstall all current applications. 2. Download the latest driver from the AMD website (www....
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..., but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Ensure that the cards are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. Chapter 5 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are properly seated on each graphics card. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply...
..., but the installation steps remain the same. 1. Ensure that the cards are for multi-graphics card installation. 3. goldfingers 5-2 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU technology support Insert the two graphics card into the PCIEX16 slots. Chapter 5 5.1.3 Installing two CrossFireX™ graphics cards The following pictures are properly seated on each graphics card. Connect two independent auxiliary power sources from the power supply...
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...). 5.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology After installing your graphics card package to the documentation that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology. Ensure that came with your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the AMD VISION Engine Control Center in Windows environment. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-3
...). 5.1.5 Enabling the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology After installing your graphics card package to the documentation that your PCI Express graphics card driver supports the AMD® CrossFireX™ technology. Ensure that came with your graphics cards and the device drivers, enable the CrossFireX™ feature through the AMD VISION Engine Control Center in Windows environment. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-3
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...; Operating System: Windows® 7 or later versions • Memory capacity: Minimum 2GB • APU: A-Series • One graphics card with your computer. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-5 From the Drivers menu, click AMD Graphics Driver to confirm. 5.2.3 Installing AMD Graphics Driver To install the driver that supports Dual Graphics technology: 1. Go to Advanced > NB configuration > IGFX Multi-Monitor, set Internal...
...; Operating System: Windows® 7 or later versions • Memory capacity: Minimum 2GB • APU: A-Series • One graphics card with your computer. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-5 From the Drivers menu, click AMD Graphics Driver to confirm. 5.2.3 Installing AMD Graphics Driver To install the driver that supports Dual Graphics technology: 1. Go to Advanced > NB configuration > IGFX Multi-Monitor, set Internal...
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... Center window, click Performance > AMD Radeon™ Dual Graphics, then select Disable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics. Click Performance > AMD Radeon™ Dual Graphics, then select Enable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics. The onboard graphics card is set to be the main monitor as your main ...monitor, follow the instructions below. 1. The add-on graphics card is set the onboard graphics card as default. Click Apply. 3. Click Apply. Chapter 5 5.2.4 Using the AMD® VISION Engine Control Center Install a graphics card onto your graphics card for details. From the next screen, select the ...
... Center window, click Performance > AMD Radeon™ Dual Graphics, then select Disable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics. Click Performance > AMD Radeon™ Dual Graphics, then select Enable AMD Radeon Dual Graphics. The onboard graphics card is set to be the main monitor as your main ...monitor, follow the instructions below. 1. The add-on graphics card is set the onboard graphics card as default. Click Apply. 3. Click Apply. Chapter 5 5.2.4 Using the AMD® VISION Engine Control Center Install a graphics card onto your graphics card for details. From the next screen, select the ...
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... MVP Software. 3. Insert the support DVD in the notification area. The ASUS Support Wizard appears if your computer's VGA output and discrete graphic cards to complete the installation. Chapter 5 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-7 Refer to 3.5.4 NB Configuration for details. • Hyperformance® and...
... MVP Software. 3. Insert the support DVD in the notification area. The ASUS Support Wizard appears if your computer's VGA output and discrete graphic cards to complete the installation. Chapter 5 5.3 LucidLogix Virtu MVP LucidLogix Virtu MVP allows your computer has enabled the Autorun feature. 2. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-7 Refer to 3.5.4 NB Configuration for details. • Hyperformance® and...
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...). i-Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in d-Mode, the display must be connected to the installed graphics card. • Ensure to set the Primary Display to iGPU in BIOS to activate i-Mode support. d-Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in i-Mode,...your display LucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to enjoy better graphics either from your built-in video output (i-Mode) or from discrete graphics card) The motherboard's IO ports and discrete graphic card is recommended for reference only and may vary in different models. 5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU...
...). i-Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in d-Mode, the display must be connected to the installed graphics card. • Ensure to set the Primary Display to iGPU in BIOS to activate i-Mode support. d-Mode To use LucidLogix Virtu MVP in i-Mode,...your display LucidLogix Virtu MVP solution comes with two distinct modes that allows you to enjoy better graphics either from your built-in video output (i-Mode) or from discrete graphics card) The motherboard's IO ports and discrete graphic card is recommended for reference only and may vary in different models. 5-8 Chapter 5: Multiple GPU...
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...; I column allows to run applications with the discrete graphic card. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-11 Tick H to enhance graphical performance for applications with media extensive performance. • H column allows you to run applications with iGPU. Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for graphic virtualization. Click to select a program to run by discrete card, iGPU, or Hyperformance® Chapter 5 Click to...
...; I column allows to run applications with the discrete graphic card. ASUS F2A85-V PRO 5-11 Tick H to enhance graphical performance for applications with media extensive performance. • H column allows you to run applications with iGPU. Select D to enable 3D graphical performance for graphic virtualization. Click to select a program to run by discrete card, iGPU, or Hyperformance® Chapter 5 Click to...
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... undesired operation of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies ... device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d'Industrie Canada. ASUS F2A85-V PRO A-1 Appendices If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is required to assure ...
... undesired operation of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies ... device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. Cet appareil est conforme aux normes CNR exemptes de licence d'Industrie Canada. ASUS F2A85-V PRO A-1 Appendices If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is required to assure ...