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AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series
User Guide
Part Number: 51126_enu_1.1

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  • Page 1 AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series User Guide Part Number: 51126_enu_1.1...
  • Page 2 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...
  • Page 3 Do not remove the grounding pin of a three-pin plug. Attach product securely. All product-securing screws or fasteners should be completely tightened in order to provide continuous bonding between the product and the PC chassis, as appropriate. © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series...
  • Page 4 AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 5 AMD CrossFire Technology ........15...
  • Page 6 ............................AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series...

  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Before you begin installing your new AMD Radeon HD 79xx graphics card, please make sure you have the proper system requirements and have completed the required preinstallation tasks as outlined in this chapter. 1.1 System Requirements 1.1.1 Hardware...

  • Page 8: Recording The Serial And Part Numbers

    2 Getting Started For more information, see Chapter 5 AMD CrossFire Technology (p. 15). 1.2 Recording the Serial and Part Numbers Write down the serial number and part number before installing. The serial number and 102 part number on the graphics card are required for registration and free support.

  • Page 9: Uninstalling The Old Driver (Windows Vista/Windows 7)

    4. Expand Display Adapter and then right-click the driver for the graphics card you are replacing. 5. In the shortcut menu that appears, click Uninstall. The driver for the old graphics card is uninstalled. 6. Turn off the system. © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series...
  • Page 10 4 Getting Started AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 2 Hardware Installation This chapter details how to install the AMD Radeon HD 79xx graphics card in your system. 2.1 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.
  • Page 12 Tip: The location of power connections may vary between models. They can be located on either the side or back of the card. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 13 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 79xx graphics card. © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 14 8 Hardware Installation AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 15: Chapter 3 Software Installation

    When you install a new graphics card, you must also install the driver and configuration software the card requires to function properly. You also need to install (or reinstall) your AMD Radeon drivers when you have reinstalled or upgraded your operating system or when you download updated drivers.
  • Page 16 Tip: If the installer fails to install the driver, or you have a software conflict, you can download the latest software from support.amd.com/us/gpudownload/Pages/ index.aspx and then install it. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 17: Chapter 4 Display Configuration

    This section describes how to configure displays and lists available display connections for your graphics card. 4.1 AMD Radeon HD 79xx Connections The following figure shows the display connections available on your AMD Radeon HD 79xx graphics card. Note: The baseplate may not appear exactly as depicted.

  • Page 18: Multiple Displays

    Note: A list of compatible adapters/dongles for your graphics card can be found at: http://support.amd.com/us/eyefinity/Pages/eyefinity-dongles.aspx. 4.2.1 Multiple Displays Your AMD Radeon HD 79xx graphics card provides display functionality for up to six displays using any combination of the following: Any number of Mini DisplayPort connections.

  • Page 19: Using Adapters

    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).
  • Page 20 Click Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. e. Set the Screen Resolution and Color Quality as appropriate for the second monitor. f. Click OK. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 21: Chapter 5 Amd Crossfire Technology

    Chapter 5 AMD CrossFire™ Technology Note: These features are only available for AMD Radeon HD 79xx graphics cards with AMD CrossFire™ connections. 5.1 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.
  • Page 22 Tip: For optimal performance in a dual-GPU AMD CrossFire configuration, make sure that each AMD Radeon HD 79xx graphics card is separated by at least one empty expansion slot.
  • Page 23 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.
  • Page 24 18 AMD CrossFire™ Technology Figure 5–2 AMD CrossFire™ Bridge Interconnect Protection Tag Figure 5–3 AMD CrossFire™ Installation AMD CrossFire graphics cards Interconnect 9. Fasten the graphics cards securely to the back panel. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 25: Enabling Amd Crossfire

    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.
  • Page 26 20 AMD CrossFire™ Technology AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 27: Chapter 6 Using The Control Center Software

    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.

  • Page 28: Using The Control Center Help System

    6.3 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.

  • Page 29: Chapter 7 Reference

    Note: Some troubleshooting tips may not be applicable depending on the display options supported by and configured for your card. 7.1.1 Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care at http://support.amd.com. 7.1.1.1 The graphics card doesn't fit any of the motherboard slots.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Amd Crossfire

    AMD CrossFire. This will cause AMD CrossFire to reduce the amount of memory on the card with the most amount of memory to match the memory size of the graphics card with the least amount of memory.

  • Page 31: Hdtv Adapter Troubleshooting

    See your motherboard's manual to determine which is the primary PCIe slot. 7.1.2.4 3D Client is Active You will not be able to start AMD CrossFire if a 3D application, game, or video playback, such as a DVD movie, is running.

  • Page 32: Customer Care

    Specific Resolution for a Display Device in AMD Catalyst™ Control Center. 7.2 Customer Care The AMD Customer Care Web site has number of helpful resources, including a knowledgebase of FAQs and the AMD Radeon Workstation Graphics Web Ticket Submission Page.

  • Page 33: Contact Information

    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.
  • Page 34 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. FCC 15, Subpart B, Class B For further compliance information: AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 35: Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada)

    Information Technology Equipment. CISPR 24/EN 55024—Information Technology Equipment—Immunity Characteristics —Limits and Methods of Measurements 7.3.4 Electrical Safety Europe: The Low Voltage Directive–2006/95/EC EN 60950-1–Safety of Information Technology Equipment • © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series...

  • Page 36: Vcci Ite Compliance Information (Japan)

    This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this equipment is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user may be required to take corrective actions. VCCI V-3 Class B AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 37: Kc Certification Information (Korea)

    KN22 and KN24 Class B © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series...

  • Page 38: Bsmi Certification Information (Taiwan)

    This is a Class A Information Product, when used in residential environment, it may cause radio frequency interference, under such circumstances, the user may be requested to take appropriate countermeasures. CNS13438 Class B CNS13438 AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

  • Page 39: C-Tick (Australia And New Zealand)

    China RoHS standards. For information on China RoHS, EU RoHS, or EU REACH compliance, please refer to Product Environmental Compliance on the AMD Web site. 7.3.10 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance (European Union) This product was manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 40 34 Reference AMD Radeon™ HD 7900 Series © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

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