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- Page 1 AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics User Guide / Owner's Manual Part Number: 55038_enu_1.00...
- Page 2 Terms and limitations applicable to the purchase or use of AMD’s products are as set forth in a signed agreement between the parties or in AMD's Standard Terms and Conditions of Sale.
- 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. © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Chapter 4 AMD CrossFire Technology ........11... - Page 6 ............................AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics...
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Page 7: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Chapter 1 Getting Started Before you begin installing your new AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series graphics card (P/N: 102-C784/C766/C760xx-xx), make sure that you have the proper system requirements and have completed the required preinstallation tasks as outlined in this chapter. -
Page 8: Recording The Serial And Part Numbers
They are located on a sticker on the back of the card. The emphasized numbers in bold are required for registration and free support. Figure 1–1 Sample Serial and Part Numbers AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 9: Chapter 2 Hardware And Software Installation
If needed, remove any old graphics card(s). Install the new graphic card. Reassemble and connect your computer system and display(s). Start the computer system and install the new AMD Catalyst™ drivers and configuration software. Restart the computer system. 2.2 Installing the Graphics Card 1. - Page 10 10. If needed, install the second graphics card in the same manner as the first. Note: Graphics cards must be separated by at least one empty expansion slot for proper air flow. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 11: Amd Drivers And Software
13. 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™ R9 285 Series graphics card. 2.3 AMD Drivers and Software Drivers are small but important programs that enable an operating system to communicate with a piece of hardware, such as a graphics card. - Page 12 6 Hardware and Software Installation AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 13: Chapter 3 Display Configuration
This section describes how to configure displays and lists available display connections for your graphics card. 3.1 Baseplate Connections The following figure shows the display connections that are available on your AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series graphics card. Note: The baseplate may not appear exactly as depicted. -
Page 14: Connecting Displays
DisplayPort display using non-DisplayPort signals. Adapters/dongles that are not provided with your graphics cards can be purchased from AMD's Web site or through your local AMD resellers. A list of compatible adapters/dongles for your graphics card can be found at http:// support.amd.com. -
Page 15: Multi-Display Support
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 16 10 Display Configuration Use the Control Center software application to configure the new display. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 17: Chapter 4 Amd Crossfire Technology
Gaming and Performance groups in both the Standard and Advanced views in AMD Catalyst Control Center. When AMD CrossFire is enabled, the graphics processor in one of the cards acts as the primary processor; this card is known as the primary card. Graphics-rendering tasks are shared between all available processors to accelerate displays that are connected © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. - Page 18 By default, displays that are connected to other graphics cards are disabled but may be enabled by unlocking them. Use AMD Catalyst Control Center to change your display setup and AMD CrossFire settings as needed. For more information, see the context-sensitive help system that comes with the application.
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Page 19: Chapter 5 Using The Catalyst 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 20: Using The Catalyst Control Center Help System
5.3 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center Help System The help system that is available with the Catalyst 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 21 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center Software 15 The help system opens to provide context-sensitive help for the current page or general usage information. © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics...
- Page 22 16 Using the Catalyst™ Control Center Software AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Page 23: Chapter 6 Reference
Note: Some troubleshooting tips may not be applicable depending on the display options supported by and configured for your card. 6.1.1 Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting For more advanced troubleshooting information, contact AMD Customer Care at http://support.amd.com. 6.1.1.1 The graphics card doesn't fit any of the motherboard slots. -
Page 24: Hdtv Adapter Troubleshooting
6.1.2 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 http://support.amd.com. 6.1.2.1 There is a black border around the TV when using an HDMI™ connection. -
Page 25: Customer Care
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. -
Page 26: Disclaimer
20 Reference 6.2.2 Disclaimer 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 (Canada)
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. 1 AMD Place P.O. Box 3453 Sunnyvale, CA 94088-3453 USA Tel: 408-749-4000 6.3.2 Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada) Class A This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics... -
Page 28: Ce Compliance Information (European Union)
40 ℃. This product complies with the PCI Express 300W Electromechanical Specification — please refer to the manufacturer for additional information. Other relevant input power data will also be available. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 29: Vcci Ite Compliance Information (Japan)
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. VCCI V-3 © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics... -
Page 30: Kc Certification Information (Korea)
As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for household purpose, this product can be used in any area including residential area. KN22 and KN24 6.3.7 BSMI Certification Information (Taiwan) Class A AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. -
Page 31: C-Tick (Australia And New Zealand)
• AS/ NZS CISPR 22 • 6.3.9 Product Environmental Compliance This product may carry a marking similar to those below that indicates its level of compliance with China RoHS standards. © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics... -
Page 32: Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee) Directive Compliance (European Union)
For information on China RoHS, EU RoHS, or EU REACH compliance, please refer to Product Environmental Compliance on the AMD Web site. 6.3.10 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance (European Union) This product was manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD Radeon™ R9 285 Series Graphics © 2014 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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