Chapter 6: Multi Gpu Support; Amd ® Crossfirex™ Technology; Requirements; Before You Begin - Asus X99-E-10G WS User Manual

Chapter 6: Multi GPU Support

Multiple GPU Support
6.1 AMD
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The motherboard supports the AMD
multi-graphics processing units (GPU) graphics cards. Follow the installation procedures in
this section.
6.1.1

Requirements

• In Dual CrossFireX mode, you should have two identical CrossFireX-ready graphics
cards or one CrossFireX-ready dual-GPU graphics card that are AMD
• Ensure that your graphics card driver supports the AMD CrossFireX technology.
Download the latest driver from the AMD website at www.amd.com.
• Ensure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power
required by your system. See Chapter 1 for details.
• We recommend that you install additional chassis fans for better thermal environment.
• Visit the AMD Game website at http://game.amd.com for the latest certified graphics
card and the supported 3D application list.
6.1.2

Before you begin

For AMD CrossFireX to work properly, you have to uninstall all existing graphics card drivers
before installing AMD CrossFireX graphics cards to your system.
To uninstall existing graphics card drivers:
1. Close all current applications.
2. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features.
3. Select your current graphics card driver/s.
4. Select Uninstall.
5. Turn off your computer.
ASUS X99-E-10G WS
CrossFireX™ technology
CrossFireX™ technology that allows you to install
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certified.
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