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ATI Radeon™ HD 5450 User Guide Part Number: 137-41728-20...
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Important Safety Instructions Note: This product is for use only with compatible UL-listed personal computers that have installation instructions detailing user installation of this class of product. Read all instructions before beginning installation. All safety and installation instructions should be read before the product is installed or operated.
Chapter 1 Installation For support, you will need to record the serial number and the part number for the card before installation. Installation Overview The installation of the card has slightly different procedures depending on whether you are replacing an existing card or installing a graphics card in a PC for the first time.
2 Installation The emphasized numbers in bold are required for registration and free support. Figure 1–1 Sample Serial and Part Numbers Uninstalling the Old Driver (Windows® XP) Follow these steps to uninstall the existing graphics card driver in preparation for installation of a new card. 1.
First Card for this PC 3 1. With the current graphics card still in the computer, close all open applications. 2. Click Start ▷ Control Panel. 3. Double-click Hardware and Sound and then double-click Device Manager. 4. Expand Display Adapter and then right-click the driver for the graphics card you are replacing.
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4 Installation the power supply and connect it (or them) to the graphics card's supplementary power connector(s). Note: If applicable, before installing a card that requires a supplementary power connection, make sure your existing power supply has such a connection available. Tip: The location of power connections may vary between models.
Chapter 2 Display Configuration This section describes how to configure the display and lists the available display connections. Configure the Display (Optional) To change the display configuration or if you are experiencing an issue with the display, do the following: Note: If you are not experiencing any troubles with the display, no adjustments are necessary.
The following figure shows display connections available on the ATI Radeon HD 5450 graphics card. Note: The baseplate may not appear exactly as depicted. Figure 2–1 ATI Radeon HD 5450 Display Connections VGA connection. Carries video analog signals. HDMI™ connection. Carries video and audio signals to HDMI-compliant devices.
Adapter Description DVI-to-VGA adapter DVI-to-HDMI Supported Display Connections The graphics card provides hardware support for DVI-I and VGA monitors, as well as HDMI HDTVs (using a DVI-to-HDMI adapter). Table 2–1 Display Configurations Display Connections CRT analog display • VGA connection DVI connection and DVI-I-to-VGA adapter •...
ATI Catalyst Control Center Overview The ATI Catalyst Control Center software provides access to the display features of your ATI Radeon HD 5450. Use the software to fine-tune graphics settings, enable or disable connected display devices, and change the orientation of the desktop.
To browse the entire help contents, from either the Help or Options ▷ Help menu, choose Help Contents. ➭ To access AMD's Web site, from either the Help or Options ▷ Help menu, choose Go to ATI.com. ATI Radeon™ HD 5450...
If a DisplayPort™ adapter, passive dongle, or active dongle is used, visit www.amd.com/eyefinity and make sure it appears on AMD's listing of ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display Ready or ATI Eyefinity Multi-Display Verified adapters/ dongles. If your motherboard has on-board graphics capabilities, you may need to disable them.
HDTV/HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems with HDTV. More troubleshooting information can be found on the AMD Web site. Please visit ati.amd.com and select Customer Care. The colors on the TV display are incorrect.
AMD Customer Care is unable to assist with refunds, returns, or exchange- • specific inquiries. If resolving the problem being experienced is critical to...
Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada) 17 Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which • the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. • The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to ensure compliance with FCC regulations.
18 Reference This product complies with the PCI Express 300W Electromechanical Specification — please refer to the manufacturer for additional information. Other relevant input power data will also be available. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance (European Union) This product was manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
KCC Certification Information (Korea) 19 KCC Certification Information (Korea) "Class B" Equipment (Household purpose info/telecommunications equipment) As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for household purpose, this product can be used in any area including residential area. BSMI Certification Information (Taiwan) C-Tick (Australia and New Zealand) ACMA —...
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