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RealiZm II Graphics
Hardware User's Guide
September 1998
DHA024030

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  • Page 1 RealiZm II Graphics Hardware User’s Guide September 1998 DHA024030...
  • Page 2 Notice Information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be considered a commitment by Intergraph Computer Systems. Intergraph Computer Systems shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors in, or omissions from, this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Starting Windows NT........................ 3 Configuring RealiZm II Video Display Properties..............4 Changing the Default Video Display Driver ................5 2 Upgrading RealiZm II Graphics and Replacing RealiZm II Cards......... 7 Taking Antistatic Precautions....................7 Installing Texture Memory......................8 Replacing RealiZm II Cards or the Optional Geometry Accelerator Card ......10 Installing a Multiple-screen Upgrade ..................
  • Page 4 Index ............................23 Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) Form Warranty Procedure Repair Depot Address Labels...

  • Page 5: Preface

    RealiZm II cards, starting Windows NT, configuring video display properties, and changing the default video display driver. Chapter 2, “Upgrading RealiZm II Graphics and Replacing RealiZm II Cards,” provides instructions for installing optional texture memory, replacing RealiZm II cards, installing...

  • Page 6: Customer Support

    Services include warranty upgrades, repair depot service, on-site hardware maintenance, system administration, and network consulting. Hardware purchased from Intergraph Computer Systems includes a factory warranty ranging from 30 days to three years. A detailed warranty description is available on the World Wide Web; see the Support pages at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.

  • Page 7: Faxlink

    In the United States, call the Customer Response Center at 1-800-633-7248 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays). Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or distributor. Have the following information available when you call: Your service number, which identifies your site to Intergraph Computer Systems.
  • Page 8 For software support questions in the United States, call 1-800-345-4856. Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or distributor.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    ZX25 and VX25 include 32 MB of frame buffer memory and support resolutions up to 2.5 Mpixels (1824 x 1368). RealiZm II Features and Functions RealiZm II graphics accelerators offer many advanced features and functions, including the following: Hardware support of Windows NT graphics (both GDI and OpenGL graphics operations)

  • Page 10: Realizm Ii Graphics Configurations

    RealiZm II Graphics Configurations RealiZm II graphics configurations are designated by the maximum resolution supported, and by the support of texture memory and geometry acceleration: The last two digits of the number denote the maximum supported resolution. For example, ZX13 and VX113 indicate support for a maximum resolution of 1.3 Mpixels.

  • Page 11: Starting Windows Nt

    For a single-screen configuration: Connect the monitor cable to the blue video port shown in the following figure. In this sample configuration, the numbers on the left show numbering of the workstation’s expansion slots, so the RealiZm II card is in slot 3. Black VGA Input Port (not used) Blue Video Port For a multi-screen configuration:...

  • Page 12: Configuring Realizm Ii Video Display Properties

    When the Notice dialog displays, click OK. On the Display Properties dialog, click Intergraph Monitor (tab). When a supported video display driver is running on your system, the Intergraph Monitor tab displays text describing the graphics hardware and monitor present on your system.

  • Page 13: Changing The Default Video Display Driver

    Changing the Default Video Display Driver Once you have configured the RealiZm II video display properties as desired, change the default display driver so the RealiZm II video display driver runs automatically when you start or restart the system. To make the RealiZm II video display driver the default video display driver: From the Start menu, go to Settings/Control Panel/System.

  • Page 15: Upgrading Realizm Ii Graphics And Replacing Realizm Ii Cards

    Upgrading RealiZm II Graphics and Replacing RealiZm II Cards This chapter describes upgrading or replacing a RealiZm II graphics accelerator in your workstation. It provides instructions for the following: Taking antistatic precautions Installing optional texture memory on ZX13, ZX25, or VX25...

  • Page 16: Installing Texture Memory

    To use an antistatic wrist strap: Remove the antistatic wrist strap from its envelope. Unfold the wrist strap and wrap the exposed adhesive side firmly around your bare wrist. Peel the liner from the wrist strap copper foil; then attach the adhesive side of the copper foil to a bare metal surface (electrical ground) inside the system base unit.
  • Page 17 11. Turn on system power and log on to the Windows NT operating system. 12. Open Display in the operating system Control Panel. The Intergraph Settings tab of the Display Properties dialog displays the proper texture memory size. If not, shut down and power off the system.

  • Page 18: Replacing Realizm Ii Cards Or The Optional Geometry Accelerator Card

    Replacing RealiZm II Cards or the Optional Geometry Accelerator Card An installed ZX13, VX25, or ZX25 card requires two adjacent PCI slots. An installed VX113 card requires one PCI slot. An installed VX113 AGP card requires one AGP slot. An installed optional Geometry Accelerator card requires one PCI slot.
  • Page 19 The following figure shows two RealiZm II cards. Vertex Geometry Data Accelerator Card Cable Plastic Shrouds RealiZm II Clock Sync Cable Cards The following figure shows three RealiZm II cards. Geometry Accelerator Vertex Card Plastic Data Shrouds Cable RealiZm II Cards Clock Sync Cable Use a quarter-inch nutdriver to remove the screws that secure the card(s) to the system...

  • Page 20: Installing A Multiple-Screen Upgrade

    If you are installing a new Geometry Accelerator card, use a quarter-inch nutdriver to remove the blanking plate from the slot into which you want to install the card. Retain the screw. Remove the installed card(s) from the system. Install the new RealiZm II card(s) or Geometry Accelerator card in the slots from which you removed the previously installed cards.

  • Page 21: Reinstalling The Realizm Ii Video Display Driver

    Diagnostic utilities for checking the RealiZm II and Geometry Accelerator cards and instructions for using them are available on the World Wide Web or from the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service (IBBS). Refer to the Preface of this document for more information.

  • Page 22: Video Display

    Video Display The following table lists some common video configuration problems. Problem Action Display is black, not synchronized, or Restart Windows NT in VGA mode. distorted. Monitor does not support a selected Select a supported resolution and refresh rate. resolution or refresh rate. Two or three RealiZm II cards installed, Verify proper installation of all RealiZm II cards but you cannot select the Multiple Screen...

  • Page 23: Determining A Defective Unit

    To restart the system in VGA mode: Restart the system. At the boot screen, select the VGA version of the operating system. Determining a Defective Unit If the monitor display is distorted, ensure the software setup is correct for the monitor type. If the software setup is correct, use a similar type monitor (if available and functioning properly) to determine if the workstation is defective.

  • Page 25: Technical Information

    32 MB SDRAM VX25-GT 2.5 Mpixels 32 MB SDRAM 4 - 64 MB SDRAM Monitor Resolutions RealiZm II cards support standard and Intergraph multi-sync monitors at the following resolutions and maximum refresh rates (Hz). Resolution ZX13 VX113 VX113 AGP ZX25...

  • Page 26: Cooling System

    RealiZm II cards support Intergraph’s high definition InterView 24-inch monitors at the following resolutions and maximum refresh rates (Hz). Resolution ZX13 VX113 VX113 AGP ZX25 VX25 640 x 480 1280 x 800 1280 x 1024 1440 x 900 1600 x 1024...

  • Page 27: Texture Memory

    Texture Memory A ZX13, ZX25, or VX25 card provides texture memory by adding two dual inline memory module (DIMM) sockets. Both DIMM sockets must be populated with the same density DIMM. A slide-out cover provides easy access to the texture memory sockets. Although the VX25 card supports 4 MB of texture memory, 16 MB or larger is recommended for maximum performance.

  • Page 28: Interfaces

    Interfaces A ZX13, ZX25, or VX25 card has three interface connections: a stereo sync output port, a video output port, and a VGA input port. A VX113 or VX113 AGP graphics card has two interface connections: a stereo sync output port and a video output port.

  • Page 29: Video Output Port

    Video Output Port The video output port provides connection to the monitor. The recommended cable length is less than three meters. The following table provides the pin connections for the video output port. Signal Name Red Analog Video Green Analog Video Blue Analog Video Monitor ID [2] Ground...

  • Page 30: Vga Input Port

    VGA Input Port The VGA input port allows connection of a VGA device to be used by the system while in VGA graphics mode. NOTE When the VGA input port is not used, an on-board VGA device assumes this function. The following table provides the pin connections for the VGA input port.
  • Page 31 Default video display driver, stereo sync output port, 20 changing, 5 VGA input port, 22 Defective unit video output port, 21 determining, 15 Intergraph Bulletin Board Service Diagnostics, 13 (IBBS), vi Document about, v conventions, v Last known good, 14...
  • Page 32 4 Troubleshooting, 13 connecting monitors, 2 features and functions, 1 graphics, upgrading, 7 reinstalling the video display Upgrading RealiZm II graphics, 7 driver, 13 replacing, 7, 10 Usable video resolution, 14 upgrading graphics, 7 Reinstalling RealiZm II video display...
  • Page 33 input port pinouts, 22 output port pinouts, 21 mode, 15 resolution, usable, 14 Video display properties, 4 Windows NT, starting, 3 troubleshooting, 14 World Wide Web, vi driver, reinstalling, 13...
  • Page 35 Phone Mail Address Reason for Return NOTE All returned equipment MUST be shipped in original Intergraph packaging to obtain warranty service. WARNING Back up disk drives before returning equipment. Intergraph is not responsible for data lost in shipping or repair process.

  • Page 36: Warranty Procedure

    Warranty Procedure Some malfunctioning equipment cannot be repaired in the field, and you must return it to Intergraph for repair. Follow these steps to obtain a Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) log number and return the malfunctioning equipment. Determine the serial number of the system. The serial number is located on the white bar code identification label on the back of the base unit.
  • Page 37 Repair Depot RGA No. ________________________ Intergraph Corporation 9805 Kellner Road Huntsville AL 35894 Repair Depot RGA No. ________________________ Intergraph Corporation 9805 Kellner Road Huntsville AL 35894 Repair Depot RGA No. ________________________ Intergraph Corporation 9805 Kellner Road Huntsville AL 35894...

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