Extra Troubleshooting - Matrox ATC Series User Manual

Extra troubleshooting

Graphics
The following troubleshooting items address problems related to graphics hardware.
Problem Can't use Windows, Windows reports a configuration error, and/or
can't install or uninstall Matrox display driver
Note:
For more information, see Windows documentation.
1
Cause
The problem may be specific to the motherboard in your computer.
1
Solution
There may be a software update available for your motherboard. To find out what
motherboard model your computer is using, see your system manual. For more information,
contact the maker of your motherboard or computer. Many motherboard or computer
manufacturers have software updates available on their Web site.
2
Cause
Files on your system may have been deleted or corrupted.
1
Solution
Remove, then restore Matrox software. For more information,
Problem Monitor settings aren't automatically detected
WARNING:
unusable and some monitors can be permanently damaged. For more information, see
your monitor manual.
Note:
an unsupported monitor is used with your Matrox product, it may be permanently
damaged. A list of supported analog grayscale monitors is available on the Matrox Web site
(www.matrox.com/mga).
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Windows 2000/XP – You may need administrator rights to install certain software.
If incorrect software monitor settings are used, your display may become
Settings for your analog grayscale monitor are preconfigured in the display driver. If
see page 12.