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ATI Radeon HD 4770
User Guide
Part Number: 137-41630-10 Rev B

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  • Page 1 ATI Radeon HD 4770 User Guide Part Number: 137-41630-10 Rev B...
  • Page 2 AMD’s product could create a situation where personal injury, death, or severe property or environmental damage may occur.
  • 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. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4770...
  • Page 4 ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • 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 4770...
  • 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 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 9: Uninstalling The Old Driver (Windows Vista)

    Remember to discharge your body’s static electricity by touching the power supply case or the metal surface of the computer chassis. Tip: If necessary, consult the computer manual for help removing the cover. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4770...
  • Page 10 Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected and plug in the computer power cord. ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 11: Installing The Ati Catalyst Software Suite (Windows Os)

    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 4770...
  • Page 12: Display Configuration

    Click Extend my Windows desktop onto this monitor. Set the Screen Resolution and Color Quality as appropriate for the second monitor. ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 13: Baseplate Connections

    The following figure shows the display connections available on your ATI Radeon HD 4770 graphics card. Note: Baseplate may not appear exactly as depicted. Figure 1–3 ATI Radeon HD 4770 Baseplate Connections 1 DVI-I Connection (Supports dual-link output) 2 7-Pin S-Video Connection...
  • Page 14 8 Installation Adapter Description DVI-to-VGA adapter (included) DVI-to-HDMI™ (included) 7-pin HDTV output cable (included) DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter (optional) ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 15: Ati Crossfirex Technology

    Chapter 2 ATI CrossFireX™ Technology Note: These features only available for ATI Radeon HD 4770 graphics cards with ATI CrossFireX connections. ATI CrossFireX Introduction ATI CrossFireX technology harnesses two or more GPUs (graphics processing units) to be used in a single computer to run up to two displays, creating a high- performance gaming platform.
  • Page 16 Some graphics cards can get hot while operating. Wait approximately five minutes after turning off the computer before touching the card. Locate the PCIe slots on the motherboard. If necessary, remove the corresponding back panel cover. ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 17: Enablingati Crossfirex

    Turn on the monitor and then the computer. Enable ATI CrossFireX in ATI Catalyst Control Center as described in the next topic. EnablingATI CrossFireX From the Graphics Settings tree, click CrossFire™. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4770...
  • Page 18 12 ATI CrossFireX™ Technology From the Graphics Adapter list, select the graphics card that acts as the Master VPU. Select the Enable CrossFire™ check box. ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 19: Reference

    System Requirements Hardware Minimum requirements are: Motherboard with one PCIe ×16 lane graphics slot. • AMD Athlon™ or Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU. • 1 GB RAM. • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive for installing software. • A 400 watt or better power supply.
  • Page 20: Using Ati Catalyst Control Center

    ATI Catalyst Control Center Overview The ATI Catalyst Control Center software provides access to the display features of your ATI Radeon HD 4770 graphics card. Use the software to fine-tune graphics settings, enable or disable connected display devices, and change the orientation of the desktop.
  • Page 21: Accessing Ati Catalyst Control Center Help

    Accessing ATI Catalyst Control Center Help ATI Catalyst Control Center Help provides information on the features and concepts of your ATI Radeon HD 4770 graphics card. 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 22: Troubleshooting

    16 Reference 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 23: Troubleshooting Ati Crossfirex

    You will not be able to start ATI CrossFireX if a 3D application, game, or video playback, such as a DVD movie, is running. Close all open 3D applications, games, and movie player applications, and then enable ATI CrossFireX. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4770...
  • Page 24: Hdtv/Hdtv Adapter Troubleshooting

    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 25: Customer Care

    5:30 p.m. US & Canada Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 1-905-882-2626 (Canada) (International and/or local toll Note: AMD reserves the right to charges to Canada will apply). change hours of support. For more information, please refer to ati.amd.com/support/terms/. © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 26: International Compliance Information

    20 Reference 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 27: Industry Canada Compliance Statement

    Information Technology Equipment. CISPR 24:1997/EN 55024:1998—Information Technology Equipment—Immunity Characteristics—Limits and Methods of Measurements Electrical Safety Europe: The Low Voltage Directive—2006/95/EC EN 60950-1—Safety of Information Technology Equipment • © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4770...
  • Page 28: Vcci Class B Ite Compliance Information

    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. VCCI Class B ITE Compliance Information ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
  • Page 29: Kcc Certification Information

    "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 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ATI Radeon HD 4770...
  • Page 30 24 Reference ATI Radeon HD 4770 © 2009 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

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