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ATI Technologies X1-256P Quick Installation, Installation Steps, Start Run X\ATISETUP.EXE

Models: Z1-128p

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Getting Started 7

Quick Installation

•Brief instructions on how to get to work with the FireGL card in the shortest possible time.

•Recommended for experienced users and system administrators only.

•For more detailed information on installation and operation of your graphics accelerator, please refer to Chapter 2 and Chapter 3.

Installation Steps

1Un-install the drivers and software for your old graphics card.

2Disable any on-board graphics solution on the motherboard.

3Shut down and disconnect your computer system.

4 Remove the installed (AGP or PCI) VGA card.

5 Install the new FireGL card.

6 Reassemble and connect your computer system.

7Install the FireGL drivers and configuration software from the ATI INSTALLATION CD-ROM:

-automatic ATISETUP utility or

-Start > Run > X:\ATISETUP.EXE

where X is the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive

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Contents

FireGL X1-256p FireGL Z1-128p User’s GuideDocumentation updates DisclaimerSee also Installing the Hardware and SoftwareUsing Your FireGL Card Getting StartedCustomer Care and Warranty Service ReferenceTroubleshooting Product SpecificationsCHAPTER Using this Guide on page FireGL Card Features on pageSystem Requirements and Tools on page Quick Installation on page Getting StartedUsing this Guide Getting Started Viewing the Users Guide OnlineDo you Need a Printout of the Online Users Guide? FireGL Card Features OpenGL 1.3 with 1.4 extensions DirectX 9.0 functionality in OpenGL System Requirements and Tools Start Run X\ATISETUP.EXE Quick InstallationInstallation Steps Preparing your Computer Installing the Card Installing the Hardware and SoftwareInstalling the Hardware Installing the Hardware on page Installing the Software on pageSystem devices Preparing your ComputerInformation Before you Start ManagerWhat do you need to use your FireGL card? drivers? Where are theWhat monitors do you need?Replacing Replacing anexisting graphics cardTo install your graphics accelerator card, follow these steps Installing the Card1 Power Supply 14 Installing the Hardware and Software3 Remove any existing graphics card from your computer 4 Insert the card into the AGP slot Reconnect any peripheral equipment cables you may have disconnected 5 Replace the screws to fasten the card in place6 Reassemble your computer Replace the computer coverConnecting the Monitor Cables Connecting the Cables and Completing the InstallationSetting the Monitor Impedance Connecting analog VGA Monitors to DVI connectors20 Installing the Hardware and Software Connecting the Stereo GlassesEnter Start your SystemIf Your System Does Not Start as it Should Before you Start Information, Tips, and Hints Installing the SoftwareSoftware Installation for Windows 2000 and Windows XP Before you Start Information, Tips, and Hints Do you need a special driver installation?HYDRAVISION Multi-monitor Management Software Installation for Windows 2000 and Windows XPDriver installation dialog Properties and Settings Using Application Profiles and Advanced Functions on page Using Your FireGL CardUsing Two Monitors on page Operating Stereo Glasses on page Changing the Video Settings on pageUse the DualScreen tab to enable the following functions In the Display Properties Settings tab click the monitor icon Using Two MonitorsSwitching to a two-monitor display Using the DualScreen Tab 2 Enable Quad Buffer Stereo in the Advanced Settings tab Changing the Video SettingsHow to Switch to the Display Properties? DualScreen setting1 Select the Settings tab in the Display Properties window Setting Resolution, Color Depth and Refresh Rate32 Using Your FireGL Card Adjusting the Monitor Display 2 Monitor Tuning - available only for VGA monitors Adjustment settings Select Display Properties Settings Advanced Configuration Using Application Profiles and Advanced FunctionsConfiguring Application Profiles Switching to ConfigurationAdding a new application profile Modifying the configuration parametersWait for vertical retrace Default Settings Enable 8-Bit double-buffered Overlay PlanesEnable OpenGL Hardware acceleration Force copy swapSMOOTHVISION Setting Advanced FunctionsSwitching to Advanced Settings Select Display Properties Settings Advanced Advanced SettingsAlternate DVI operational mode Reduce DVI frequency on high-resolution displaysEnable Quad Buffer Stereo DefaultReference Removing the FireGL Drivers on page Troubleshooting on pageTechnical Details on page Customer Care and Warranty Service on page 3 Point to Settings Control Panel4 Click Add/Remove Programs Support and TroubleshootingFAQs TechnicalCheck the Monitor tab of the Display Properties How to enable a two-monitor desktop? How to enable stereo glasses?Checking for Pin Assignments on page 48 Video Modes on page Product SpecificationsProduct Specifications on page Technical DetailsH/V Sync Connectorsoutput signals Data widthPin Function Pin AssignmentsDVI Output Connector 1 + 5 V DC fused 750 mA 2 ground 3 StereoSync Stereo Sync Output ConnectorReference Pin FunctionLine Rate kHz Video ModesAnalog and digital monitors with 15-pin VGA connector ResolutionRefresh Rate Hz Digital Monitors with DVI connectorResolution ReferenceMail Customer Care and Warranty ServiceATI Customer Care Product Online Registration FireGL Workstation dedicated support lineOnline Warranty Support Warranty Service InformationAdvanced Parts Replacement Service Warranty InformationAll accompanying cables and accessories are warranted for 90 days LimitationsIndustry Canada Compliance Statement Compliance InformationFCC Compliance Information 56 Reference CE Compliance InformationFireGL X1-256p VCCI Class B ITE Compliance InformationContact for further compliance information MIC Certification Information