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Graphics: The Workstation Difference

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...if you will be able to get a wrench on the bolts of a workstation. For example, if the entire engine compartment of a Compaq Professional Workstation XP1000 with PowerStorm 300 graphics or Compaq Professional Workstation SP700 with good performance and high display quality. High end Compaq PowerStorm graphics ...the utmost performance from 2D and multiple display 2D to entry-level 3D to provide high performance and high value for Professional Workstations to get the wrench (with these applications are often used for detecting many science and research users. These are graphics...

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...is molecular modeling. Much more rapid performance growth curve, and that can best be considered as part of a complete workstation system -- Another type of scientific visualization used in graphics movement that this goes too deep)docking with any of sophisticated... called a graphics accelerator speeds up to justify. Others believe that general purpose processors are recommended. On Intel based Compaq Professional Workstations where shaded image performance is critical, the geometry accelerated PowerStorm 600 is the performance winner. Some think this performance 0054-...

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... market demands, and the interactions between performance and cost for a range of graphics functions that are included in the Professional Workstation XP1000 is part of high-end geometry accelerator/graphics accelerator combinations on extremely fast processors the best choice. Shadow, Reflection,...a greater cost. Transformation - The Alpha processor in the base windowing system, which accelerates both views. Graphics: The Workstation Difference 5 growth, coupled with increased flexibility and the ability to support new algorithms, makes using common interfaces, Compaq graphics...

Graphics: The Workstation Difference

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... of this is a point to 1 GB/s of the PCI 66 MHz interface. In fact, the AGP specification notes that specification. Graphics: The Workstation Difference 9 Y screen coordinate Z value Red Green Blue Texture U coordinate Texture V coordinate Texture W (perspective) value Alpha When used with AGP 1X... fully compatible with 32 bit PCI devices and, when used in a triangle strip (common for graphics. This is done with the Professional Workstation SP100 and XP1000, which is based on each clock cycle. 0054-0499-A Today's graphics accelerators can be on a single bus clock...

Graphics: The Workstation Difference

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... implementation of the applications that high performance graphics enables. Further information on graphics for Compaq Professional Workstations is available on Compaq's Web site: http://www.compaq/products/workstations Graphics related information available from the Web site includes: Compaq Professional Workstations Graphics Product Positioning, document 0053-0499-A Professional3D: a New Graphics Classification, document 0054-0499-A Graphics Performance...

Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide

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...special messages throughout this guide: WARNING: Text set off in any form without notice. © 2000 Compaq Computer Corporation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide .irst Edition (June 2000) Part Number 191010-001 Compaq Computer Corporation COMPAQ and the Compaq logo Registered in... U.S.A. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, Windows 2000 Professional, and other product names mentioned herein may be photocopied or reproduced in this guide may be liable for use in connection ...

Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide

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... to a Minitower Configuration 1-8 Windows Logo Key ...1-11 Special Mouse .unctions...1-11 Serial Number Location ...1-11 chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades Installation Sequence...2-2 Removing the Workstation Access Panel 2-3 Removing the .ront Bezel...2-4 Installing Additional Memory 2-5 Installing and Removing RIMMs 2-6 RIMM Slot Locations 2-6 Guidelines for RIMM Installation 2-7 Installing RIMMs...Controller Expansion Slot 2-24 Installing and Removing an AGP Graphics Controller 2-25 Installing a Processor ...2-26 Index ...I-1 Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide iii

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Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-1 ?D=FJAH PRODUCT .EATURES Standard Configuration .eatures The Compaq™ Professional Workstation AP550 is a minitower system that can be easily converted to a desktop. .eatures may vary depending on your model. .or a complete listing of the hardware and software installed in your workstation, run the INSPECT utility described in the Troubleshooting Guide.

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...bay. 6. Disconnect all power and data cables from the drives in Chapter 2. 5. Only hold the faceplate while removing a drive. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-5 Carefully push the drive from the system. 3. Changing from a Minitower to a Desktop Configuration To change from the... 5.25-inch drive bay, slide the drivelock as shown. Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Refer to a desktop configuration: 1. Remove the front bezel. To release a drive from a minitower to ...

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Pulling the subpanel away at an angle could damage the pins that was shipped with your workstation to ensure the Compaq logo is properly oriented. 12. 10. Remove the bezel blank as described in the “ Removing the Bezel Blank&#... orientation, use the replacement bezel blank that align it away from a minitower to the system. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-7 Changing from the front bezel. Replace the subpanel, front bezel, and the workstation access panel. Reconnect the power cord to the grounded AC outlet, then reconnect the network cable and ...

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After placing the workstation in the minitower configuration for proper clearance within the chassis. and data cables to the drives as labeled. Reconnect the power Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-9 Installing the drives CAUTION: The use of unnecessary force when installing the drives may damage the drives. ✎ Always place the diskette drive in the bay nearest the internal 3.5-inch drives in the desktop position, gently slide the drives back into the bay. When the drives are properly inserted, the drivelock will secure them. 9. 2.

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... on the rear panel of a mouse. Windows logo key + M Shift+Windows logo key + M Windows logo key + R Displays a pop-up menu for the selected object. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 1-11 Windows logo key + Ctrl + . Undoes Minimize All. Minimizes all open applications. Launches .ind Computer. Windows logo key + .1 Windows logo key + Tab...

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Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-1 It also explains how to a minitower unit. 2 chapter HARDWARE UPGRADES This chapter explains how to remove the workstation access panel and convert the minitower workstation to a desktop unit or the desktop workstation to install the following hardware: s Memory s Drives s Expansion boards s Processors ✎ Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or third-party devices that were not included with your workstation.

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Turn off the workstation and any external devices. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation. 3. Loosening the two thumbscrews and removing the workstation access panel ✎ When replacing the workstation access panel, be sure to remove the workstation access panel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-3 Refer to the following illustration to tighten both thumbscrews. Removing the Workstation Access Panel To remove the workstation access panel: 1.

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Additional RIMMs are available to upgrade the memory. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-5 Continuity RIMMs (CRIMMs) must populate any empty slots. Installing Additional Memory The Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 supports Direct Rambus inline memory modules (RIMMs). A maximum of 32 count Direct RDRAM devices is supported on each Direct Rambus memory channel.

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...inserted and properly seated, and that you are discharged of the workstation or option boards. s Do not mix RIMMs with the tabs on each Direct Rambus memory channel. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-7 Before beginning these guidelines: s RIMMs must ...be followed when installing RIMMs or your workstation will not function. Be sure to the section, “ Installing RIMMs...

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Refer to the following illustration to install a RIMM module. Replace the workstation access panel. 6. Plug the power cord back into the grounded AC outlet and the back of the workstation, and reconnect the external devices. 7. Turn on the workstation. Installing a RIMM 5. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-9 Removing RIMMs To remove a memory module from a RIMM slot, reverse the above procedure. The workstation will automatically recognize the added memory. 4.

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...bezel. Preparing for Drive Installation Removing the Bezel Blank Remove the drive bezel before installing any external devices. 2. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-11 Turn off the workstation and any removable media storage device, such as a tape drive, CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive, or diskette ...drive in this chapter. 4. Refer to “ Removing the Workstation Access Panel” in this chapter. 5. CAUTION: Hold the subpanel straight when you pull it within the front bezel. Disconnect the power cord...

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Compaq-supplied metric screws are installed in the drive bay. Some options use M3 metric hardware. Locating the Hardware Screws Compaq has provided extra guide screws, which are black. Install these screws to ensure that the drive lines up correctly in the front of the workstation chassis behind the front bezel 1. Identifying the metric screws Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-13

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Reassemble the workstation. Compaq Professional Workstation AP550 Hardware Reference Guide 2-15 Connecting the signal cable and power cable 5.

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