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- Page 1 ATI Radeon HD 4890 User Guide Part Number: 137-41616-10 Rev A...
- Page 2 AMD’s product could create a situation where personal injury, death, or severe property or environmental damage may occur.
- Page 3 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890...
- Page 4 ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
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Page 7: Installation
If this is the first graphics card for this PC, you need to: With the computer off, install the new card and then connect the monitor. Start the computer and then install the new drivers and software. Restart the computer. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890... -
Page 8: Record The Serial And Part Numbers
Note: If the previously installed graphics card has any additional software installed, this software may also need to be removed before restarting the computer. For example, DVD Player or Multimedia applications. ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 9: Uninstalling The Old Driver (Windows Vista)
Locate the appropriate bus slot and, if necessary, remove the corresponding back panel cover(s). Note: If you cannot find a bus slot to match your card, you need a graphics card with the correct bus to match your motherboard. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890... - Page 10 Align the graphics card with the slot and firmly press it in until the card is fully seated. Connect the internal power cables to the power connection on the graphics card. Figure 1–2 ATI Radeon HD 4890 Power Connections Power supply Graphics card Fasten the graphics card securely to the back panel.
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Page 11: Installing The Software Suite
Custom installation allows you to select individual software components for installation. Tip: If the installer fails to install the driver, or you have a software conflict, you can download the latest software from ati.amd.com/support/driver.html then install it. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890... - Page 12 6 Installation ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 13: Ati Crossfirex Technology
Note: Consult your system builder or OEM to ensure that your system has an adequate power supply. For an up-to-date listing of ATI CrossFireX certified motherboards and power supplies, see ati.amd.com/products/certification © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890... - Page 14 Locate the PCIe slots on the motherboard. If necessary, also remove the corresponding back panel cover. Align the new graphics card in the secondary PCIe slot next to the existing graphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated. ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
- Page 15 Remove protection tags from the ends of the ATI CrossFireX interconnect and connect the cards. Caution: Always handle the ATI CrossFireX bridge interconnect by the connector only. Do not push or pull on the flexible cable. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890...
- Page 16 Fasten the graphics cards securely to the back panel. Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 17: Enabling Ati Crossfirex On Windows Xp
ATI Radeon dual-GPU graphics cards are designed based on ATI CrossFireX technology. As a result, ATI CrossFireX support is always enabled for such cards. From the Graphics Settings tree, expand CrossFireX™ and click Configure. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890... - Page 18 In some configurations, when ATI CrossFireX is enabled, GPU Accelerated Physics is automatically disabled for all cards in the configuration as are all displays except the one used by ATI CrossFireX. ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 19: Reference
ATI Catalyst Control Center Overview The ATI Catalyst Control Center software provides access to the display features of your ATI Radeon HD 4890 . Use the software to fine-tune graphics settings, enable or disable connected display devices, and change the orientation of the desktop. -
Page 20: Starting The Ati Catalyst Control Center Software
Accessing ATI Catalyst Control Center Help ATI Catalyst Control Center Help provides information on the features and concepts of your ATI Radeon HD 4890 . You can also use the ATI Catalyst Control Center Help feature to access usage information, generate a problem report, and get software version details. -
Page 21: Searching The Help
From the ATI Catalyst Control Center Dashboard, choose Help ▷ Search Help to search the help contents for a specific term. ➭ To access AMD's Web site, from the ATI Catalyst Control Center Dashboard, choose Help ▷ Go to ATI.com. Searching the Help Click Help in the Dashboard. -
Page 22: Ati Radeon Hd 4890 Connections
Set the Screen Resolution and Color Quality as appropriate for the second monitor. Click OK. ATI Radeon HD 4890 Connections The following connections are available on the ATI Radeon HD 4890 graphics card. ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 23: Display Adapters (Optional Accessories)
Video Out connection DVI-I connection Display Adapters (Optional Accessories) The following optional adapters may be used to connect the ATI Radeon HD 4890 to other display devices not directly supported by the available connections on the graphics card: © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 24: Supported Display Connections
DVI connection and DVI-to-HDTV adapter and cables 7-pin HDTV output cable HDTV display DVI connection DVI connection and DVI-to-HDTV adapter and cables DVI connection and DVI-to-HDMI adapter and HDMI cable 7-pin HDTV output cable ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting 19 Troubleshooting Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care for ATI products at ati.amd.com. The graphics card doesn't fit any of the motherboard slots. The graphics card needs to be exchanged for one with a bus that matches the motherboard. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting Ati Crossfirex
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. -
Page 27: Customer Care
AMD Customer Care for Graphics Products will work to resolve your issue and help you to get your product up and running. If your issue is not resolved, our technicians will determine whether the difficulty you are experiencing is the result of the product, whether your product contains a defect, and whether your product is under warranty. -
Page 28: International Compliance Information
Complies with FCC 15.107, 15.109, 15.111, and 15.117. For further compliance information: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. 62 Forest Street Marlborough, MA 01752 USA Tel: 508-303-3900 ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 29: Industry Canada Compliance Statement
To meet UL safety requirements, the computer’s maximum room temperature should not exceed 40 °C. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance This product was manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4890... - Page 30 "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 ATI Radeon HD 4890 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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