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AMD Radeon™ HD 7990 Graphics User Guide Part Number: 52539_enu_1.0...
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While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. assumes no liability with respect to the operation or use of AMD hardware, software or other products and documentation described herein, for any act or omission of AMD concerning such products or this...
Chapter 1 Getting Started Before you begin installing your new AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card (P/N: 102- C47601-xx), please make sure you have the proper system requirements and have completed the required preinstallation tasks as outlined in this chapter.
Certified system case with good airflow and cooling (highly recommended). • Note: It is recommended that the two AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics cards used in a AMD CrossFire configuration are installed into two of the highest performing PCIe slots with at least one empty PCIe slot of separation. Fro details Installing AMD CrossFire Graphics Cards (p.
If needed, remove any old graphics card(s). Install the new graphic card. Reassemble and connect your computer system and display(s). Start the computer system and install the new AMD Catalyst™ drivers and configuration software. Restart the computer system. 2.2 Installing the Graphics Card 1.
11. Turn on the monitor, and then the computer. If you have properly installed the graphics card, the computer should start normally. Proceed to install the software and drivers for your AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card. 2.3 AMD Drivers and Software Drivers are small but important programs that enable an operating system to communicate with a piece of hardware, such as a graphics card.
This section describes how to configure displays and lists available display connections for your graphics card. 3.1 Baseplate Connections The following figure shows the display connections available on your AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card. Note: The baseplate may not appear exactly as depicted.
The following table lists the adapters/dongles included with your graphics card. They can be used to connect displays not directly supported by the connection types available on the graphics card. Table 3–1 Display Adapters Included with the AMD Radeon HD 7990 Graphics Card Adapter/Dongle Type...
Chapter 5 Using the Control Center Software (p. 17). 3.3.1 Multi-Display Support Your AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card provides display functionality for up to five displays using any combination of the following: Up to two passive connections (or one passive connection and one native dual- •...
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10 Display Configuration 1. Turn off your computer and display. 2. Plug the adapter into the connection from your AMD Radeon graphics card and tighten the thumbscrews (if there are any). 3. Connect your display's cable to the adapter and tighten the thumbscrews (if there are any).
Chapter 4 AMD CrossFire™ Technology Note: These features are only available for AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics cards with AMD CrossFire™ connections. 4.1 AMD CrossFire™ Overview AMD CrossFire is a multi-GPU (graphics processing unit) performance gaming platform. It enables multiple graphics processors installed in a single computer to work together to improve system performance, creating a high-performance gaming platform.
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Tip: For optimal performance in a dual-GPU AMD CrossFire configuration, make sure that each AMD Radeon HD 7990 graphics card is separated by at least one empty expansion slot. Figure 4–1 Correct Installation AMD Radeon™...
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Power supply Existing card New card 8. If your AMD CrossFire configuration requires an AMD CrossFire internal bridge interconnect between cards, remove the protection tags from the ends of the AMD CrossFire interconnect before using it to connect the cards.
GPUs based on the selected display GPU. The list displays only GPUs that can be enabled for AMD CrossFire. Other combinations are not listed here but may be listed on the AMD CrossFire Diagnostics page.
CPU for improved power savings or system performance. You can also use the performance tools in the application to monitor and manage clock speed and memory use for your graphics card to ensure that your AMD product is configured and running as efficiently as possible.
5.3 Using the Control Center Help System The help system that is available with the Control Center software application provides detailed usage information and tips for configuring your AMD product. The help system also provides conceptual information on the technologies that are available for your product.
Note: Some troubleshooting tips may not be applicable depending on the display options supported by and configured for your card. 6.1.1 Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care at http://support.amd.com. 6.1.1.1 The graphics card doesn't fit any of the motherboard slots.
6.1.2 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 http://support.amd.com. 6.1.2.1 There is a black border around the TV when using an HDMI™ connection.
If you experience difficulties with your AMD Radeon™ product, you can contact AMD Customer Care in the following ways. The latest contact information and tips for faster service can be found on the AMD Global Technical Support page at http://support.amd.com/us/contacts/Pages/global- technical-support.aspx.
This section details the worldwide compliance information for this product, which is manufactured to be compliant in the regions where it is sold. AMD products are either Class A or Class B compliant and are indicated accordingly on the compliance label for each product. The following regulatory information applies to Class A and Class B products.
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