ATI Technologies X1-256P, Z1-128p Preparing your Computer, Information Before you Start, Manager

Installing the Hardware and Software 9

Preparing your Computer

Information Before you Start

Do This First! Install the latest AGP chipset driver for your motherboard.

•Each motherboard requires the installation of a custom-built virtual GART (AGP) driver. This chipset driver is required by your FireGL card to function correctly with your motherboard.

•You must install the correct AGP chipset driver before installing the FireGL card in your system.

•Contact your supplier or motherboard/chipset manufacturer to obtain and install the latest AGP chipset driver for your motherboard.

	An incorrect or missing chipset driver can result in
	AGP memory not being detected or a black screen
	after Windows® starts.
How to determine	• Right-click My Computer and select Properties.
what motherboard	• Click the Hardware tab and select Device
chipset is present	Manager.
on your system	• Scroll to the bottom of the device list. Select
	System devices.
	• Scroll through the list of System devices until
	you find a listing for the AGP controller.
	• The chipset manufacturer’s name will appear as
	the device name.