Asus Radeon RX 550 User manual

Graphics Card
Drivers and Utilities
Installation Guide
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E8541
First Edition
August 2012
Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any
means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written
permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
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MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.
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Contents
Notices.......................................................................................................... 4
Safety information ....................................................................................... 5
About this guide .......................................................................................... 6
1. Support CD information ................................................................. 7
2. VGA drivers ..................................................................................... 8
2.1 Installing the VGA driver .................................................... 8
2.2 Uninstalling the VGA driver ...............................................11
3. ASUS GPU Tweak utility............................................................... 13
3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak ............................................ 13
3.2 Uninstalling ASUS GPU Tweak........................................ 14
4. Other information.......................................................................... 16
4.1 Browse the Support CD ................................................... 16
4.1.2 Contact Information.......................................................... 16
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Appendix: Basic troubleshooting ............................................................ 18
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Notices
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
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instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Canadian Department of Communication Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions
from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the
Canadian Department of Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian CAN ICES-3(B)/ NMB-3(B).
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
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to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
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REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and
Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical
substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://green.asus.com/
english/REACH.htm.
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Safety information
Electrical safety
• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the
power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are
connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system
before you add a device.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area.
If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using,
contact your local power company.
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Operation safety
• Before installing devices on your motherboard, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and
the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your
dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from
connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and extreme temperature. Do not place the product in
any area where it may be exposed to moisture.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
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service technician or your retailer.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected
by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights
owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright
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by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
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Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this manual.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and
software updates.
1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS
hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS
Contact Information on the inside front cover of this installation guide.
2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty
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part of the standard package.
About this guide
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing
a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when
completing a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Useful tips and additional information for completing a task.
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1. Support CD information
The support CD contains the drivers and utilities for your VGA card. Click the
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Menu launches automatically.
• The screens in this manual are for reference only and may not exactly
match what you see on your screen.
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VGA card models.
• You may need administrator rights to install the drivers and utilities. See
your Windows®XP/Vista/7/8/8.1 documentation for details.
• The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without
notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.
Click to display
CD contents Click to exit
application
Click to
view Read
Me le
Click to open
the ASUS
website.
Click to
Install
software
Click
to open
User
Manual
If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the support
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installation program.
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2. VGA drivers
The VGA driver is the software program that makes the device work with your
operating system. After physically installing your graphics card, use any of the
recommended methods in this section to install, update, or remove the VGA driver.
If you are replacing an old graphics card with a new ASUS graphics card,
uninstall the old display driver from your system.
1. From the Found New Hardware
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enter the Windows desktop.
2. Insert the support CD into your
optical drive.
3. If Autorun is enabled, the main
menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe
from the root directory of your
support CD.
2.1 Installing the VGA driver
2.1.1 Installing the VGA drivers in Windows®XP
To install the VGA driver in Windows®XP:
3. From the main menu, click
Install.
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3. Select Display Driver and click
the Install button.
4. Once installation is complete,
click OK to reboot the system.
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2.1.2 Installing the VGA Drivers in Windows® Vista and Windows®
7/8/8.1 (32/64 bit)
To install the VGA driver in Windows®Vista and Windows®7/8/8.1:
1. Insert the support CD into your
optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main
menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, run
UI.exe from the root directory of
your support CD.
4. Select Display Driver and click
the Install button.
5. Once installation is complete,
click OK to reboot the system.
3. From the main menu, click
Install.
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2.2 Uninstalling the VGA driver
2.2.1 Uninstalling VGA drivers in Windows®XP
To remove the VGA driver in Windows®XP:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs, select graphics
driver. Click Remove.
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2.2.2 Uninstalling VGA drivers in Windows® Vista
To remove the VGA driver in Windows®Vista:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features, select graphics driver.
Click Uninstall.
2.2.3 Uninstalling VGA drivers in Windows®7/8/8.1
To remove the VGA driver in Windows®7/8/8.1:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select
graphics driver. Click Uninstall.
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3. ASUS GPU Tweak utility
ASUS GPU Tweak utility allows you to monitor and optimize the settings of your ASUS
Graphics card.
1. Insert the support CD into your
optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main
menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, run
UI.exe from the root directory of
your support CD.
4. Once installation is complete,
click OK.
3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak
3.1.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows® XP / WindowsWindows®
Vista / Windows® 7/8/8.1 (32/64 bit)
To install ASUS GPU Tweak:
3. From the main menu, click
Install.
Select ASUS GPU Tweak and
click the Install button.
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3.2 Uninstalling ASUS GPU Tweak
3.2.1 Removing ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows®XP
To remove ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows®XP:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs, select ASUS GPU
Tweak. Click Remove.
3.2.2 Removing ASUS GPU Tweak in WindowsRemoving ASUS GPU Tweak in WindowsASUS GPU Tweak in Windowsin Windows® Vista
To remove ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows®Vista:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features, select ASUS GPU
Tweak. Click Uninstall.
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3.2.3 Removing ASUS GPU Tweak in WindowsRemoving ASUS GPU Tweak in WindowsASUS GPU Tweak in Windowsin Windows®7/8/8.17/8/8.1
To remove ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows®7/8/8.1:
• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select
ASUS GPU Tweak. Click Uninstall.
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1. Insert the support CD into your
optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main
menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, run
UI.exe from the root directory of
your support CD.
4. Other information
4.1 Browse the Support CD
To browse the support CD:
4.1.2 Contact Information
1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.
3. From the main menu, click Contact Us to open the ASUS website for
additional information.
3. From the main menu, click
Browse CD to view the contents
of the CD.
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4.1.3 Viewing the Read Me le
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1. Insert the support CD into your
optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main
menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe
from the root directory of your
support CD.
3. From the main menu, click Read
Me to display the Readme text
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Appendix: Basic troubleshooting
If you encounter any of the following scenarios after installing your graphics card,
try performing one of the possible solutions before calling for technical support.
Problem No display after the card is installed
Cause Your card might not be properly installed.
Solution Make sure that the card is not tilted or skewed on the slot.
Cause Your monitor might not be properly connected.
Solution Make sure that the signal cable is properly connected to
your monitor and graphics card.
Cause Your graphics card is not supported by your motherboard.
Solution Check the technical documentation that came with your
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your graphics card (e.g. AGP voltage requirement).
Cause 
Solution Make sure that the auxiliary power cables are properly
connected with the power supply unit.
Cause 
Solution Make sure that your power supply unit can provide the
minimum power requirement to your system.
Cause Incorrect motherboard hardware system settings (e.g.
system control panel connections).
Solutions • Make sure that the system control panel cables are con-
nected properly (e.g. power switch, reset).
• Make sure that your CPU, CPU fan and/or memory
DIMMs are in good working condition and are con-
nected properly.
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Problem Wrong color balance
Cause Your card might not be properly installed.
Solution Make sure that the card is not tilted or skewed on the slot.
Cause Your video controls might not be properly set.
Solution        
settings.
       -
play properties.
Cause There may be unsupported graphics card drivers installed
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drivers from different vendors.
Solution • Remove any unused graphics card drivers installed on
your system.
•Install the graphics card driver from the support CD thatInstall the graphics card driver from the support CD that
came with your graphics card package.
Cause 
Solution Make sure that the auxiliary power cables are properly
connected to the power supply unit.
Cause If your monitor comes with BNC connectors, the port con-
nections may be incorrect.
Solution Make sure that all BNC connectors are connected prop-
erly to its corresponding port.
Cause Your monitor software settings might be incorrect.
Solution .
Cause Your monitor might not be properly connected.
Solution Make sure that the signal cable is properly connected to
your monitor and graphics card.
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