ATI Technologies 100-432001 - RADEON 7500 Multi-monitor Graphics... User manual

ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI
Graphics Controller
Installation Guide
Order Number: EK-R7500-IG. C01
This manual is for managers and operators of hp AlphaServer systems
with ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI graphics controllers.
Hewlett-Packard Company

October 2003
© 2003 Hewlett-Packard Company.
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This equipment generates, uses, and may emit radio frequency energy. The equipment has been type
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Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user at his
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appropriées.

Contents
Preface ...................................................................................................................................xi
Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Module Description...............................................................................................1-1
1.3 Connector Pinouts..................................................................................................1-4
1.4 Specifications.........................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Introduction ...........................................................................................................2-1
2.2 Unpacking..............................................................................................................2-1
2.3 Installation Procedure............................................................................................2-2
Chapter 3 hp Tru64 UNIX Configuration
3.1 Resolutions ............................................................................................................3-1
3.2 Restrictions and Limitations..................................................................................3-2
3.2.1 Minimum Console Revision...........................................................................3-2
3.2.2 Multiple Colormaps........................................................................................3-2
3.2.3 Default Visual Information.............................................................................3-2
3.2.4 Backing Store and Save Unders .....................................................................3-3
3.3 Configuring Graphics Resolution or Vertical Refresh Rate .................................3-4
3.3.1 Current Graphics Resolution..........................................................................3-4
3.3.2 How to Change the Resolution and Refresh Rate...........................................3-4
3.4 Multihead and 3D Support.....................................................................................3-6
3.5 Software Installation..............................................................................................3-7
3.5.1 Installation Preparation and Information........................................................3-7
3.5.2 Installing ATI RADEON 7500 Graphics Support..........................................3-8
3.6 Display Power Management................................................................................3-13
3.7 Messages..............................................................................................................3-13
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Chapter 4 hp OpenVMS Alpha - Graphics Software Installation
and Customization
4.1 Installation Preparation..........................................................................................4-1
4.2 Installation.............................................................................................................4-2
4.2.1 OpenVMS Alpha Version higher than 7.3-1..................................................4-2
4.2.2 OpenVMS Alpha Version 7.3-1.....................................................................4-2
4.3 Video Resolutions Supported ................................................................................4-3
4.4 Restrictions and Limitations..................................................................................4-3
4.4.1 Minimum Console Revision...........................................................................4-3
4.4.2 Multiple Colormaps........................................................................................4-3
4.4.3 Single Bit Depth For All Windows ...............................................................4-4
4.4.4 Default Visual Information.............................................................................4-4
4.4.5 NoSupport for Backing Store and Save Unders ..................................4-4
4.4.6 Cloned -Video ................................................................................................4-4
4.4.7 Monitor Support .............................................................................................4-5
4.5 Graphics Configuration .........................................................................................4-5
4.5.1 Default Graphics Settings...............................................................................4-5
4.5.2 Determining Current Settings.........................................................................4-5
4.5.3 Overriding Default Settings............................................................................4-6
4.6 3D Support.............................................................................................................4-7
4.6.1 RADEON 7500 TCL Support ........................................................................4-7
4.6.2 Threads Restriction.........................................................................................4-7
4.6.3 No Backing Store/Save Unders for 3D Windows...........................................4-7
4.7 Multiple Graphics Cards Support..........................................................................4-8
4.8 Messages................................................................................................................4-8
4.9 POLYCENTER Software Installation...................................................................4-8
Figures
1-1 ATI RADEON 7500 AGP Graphics Controller ....................................................1-2
1-1 ATI RADEON 7500 PCI Graphics Controller......................................................1-3
Tables
1–1 Option Numbers ....................................................................................................1-1
1–2 Standard 15-Pin VGA Connector Pinout...............................................................1-4
1–3 ATI RADEON 7500 AGP Graphics Controller Specifications.............................1-5
1–4 ATI RADEON 7500 PCI Graphics Controller Specifications...............................1-5
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3–1 Supported Video Modes – Tru64 UNIX................................................................3-1
3–2 Software Option Numbers.....................................................................................3-6
4–1 OpenVMS Version Supporting ATI RADEON 7500 Graphics Controller...........4-2
4–2 Supported Video Modes - OpenVMS....................................................................4-3
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Preface
Intended Audience
This manual is for managers and operators of hp AlphaServer systems with ATI RADEON
7500 AGP and PCI graphics controllers.
Document Structure
This manual has four chapters.
•Chapter 1, Overview, provides a brief overview of the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and
PCI graphics controllers.
•Chapter 2, Installation, describes the installation of the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and
PCI graphics controller module in a supported HP product.
•Chapter 3, hp Tru64 UNIX Configuration, describes how to configure the ATI
RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI graphics controller in a system running HP's Tru64
UNIX operating system.
•Chapter 4,hp OpenVMS Alpha - Graphics Software Installation and
Customization, provides information for installing and modifying the software required
to support 2D (two-dimensional) and 3D graphics with the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP
and PCI graphics controllers under the hp OpenVMS Alpha operating system.
Information on the Internet
Visit the AlphaServer Web site at www.hp.com/servers/alphaserver/ for service tools and
more information about ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI graphics controllers.
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Chapter 1
Overview
1.1 Introduction
This chapter provides a brief overview of the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI graphics
controllers.
1.2 Module Description
The ATI RADEON 7500 AGP graphics controller/accelerator module is a single expansion-
slot, 32-bit AGP bus graphics option that provides 2D and 3D graphics acceleration for
supported HP systems.
The ATI RADEON 7500 PCI graphics controller/accelerator module is a single expansion-
slot 32 bit, 66/33 MHZ Universal PCI option that provides 2D and 3D graphics acceleration
for supported HP systems.
Both the AGP and PCI graphics cards are based on ATI’s RV200 graphics chip.
Table 1–1 Option Numbers
Option Description
3X-PBXGG-AB ATI RADEON 7500 AGP graphics controller with 64 MB of DDR SDRAM
memory, 2D/3D/Multihead software for OpenVMS and Tru64 UNIX
3X-PBXGG-AA ATI RADEON 7500 PCI graphics controller with 64 MB of DDR SDRAM memory,
2D/3D/Multihead software for OpenVMS and Tru64 UNIX
Note: Purchase and Installation of licenses are required to enable 3D features.
Separately orderable part numbers are:
QL-6ZRA9-AA Tru64 UNIX
QL-0ADA9-AA OpenVMS
For up to date minimum operating system and firmware revision information supported for
the ATI RADEON 7500 graphics controllers, refer to the system QuickSpecs located at
http://www.hp.com.
Overview 1-1

Figure 1-1 ATI RADEON 7500 AGP Graphics Controller
R
S-VIDOUT
DVI
CRT
21900
MR0490
2
1
5
4
3
XATI RADEON 7500 AGP graphics controller
YDVI-I VGA connector adaptor
ZS-Video connector
[DVI-I connector
\Standard 15-pin VGA connector
The ATI RADEON 7500 AGP graphics controller has a standard 15-pin VGA connector, a
DVI-I connector and an S-Video connector. The S-Video functionality is not supported by
Tru64 UNIX or OpenVMS. There is no VGA switch; VGA functions are automatically
configured through the console firmware and software.
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Figure 1-2 ATI RADEON 7500 PCI Graphics Controller
S-VIDOUT
R
CRT
27300
DVI
MR0494
2
1
5
4
3
XATI RADEON 7500 PCI graphics controller
YDVI-I VGA connector adaptor
ZS-Video connector
[DVI-I connector
\Standard 15-pin VGA connector
The ATI RADEON 7500 PCI graphics controller has a standard 15-pin VGA connector, a
DVI-I connector and an S-Video connector. The S-Video functionality is not supported by
Tru64 UNIX or OpenVMS. There is no VGA switch; VGA functions are automatically
configured through the console firmware and software.
Overview 1-3

DVI-I to VGA Connector Adaptor:
Each ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI card is supplied with a connector adaptor for use
on the DVI port so that a standard CRT or LCD monitor with VGA interface can be
connected to the second port on the ATI RADEON 7500. Tru64 UNIX and OpenVMS
require that the DVI-I to VGA connector adaptor supplied with the card always be used.
For information on support for the second port and its use with Tru64 UNIX and OpenVMS
, please see relevant sections in this document and the graphics release notes included on the
software CD .
1.3 Connector Pinouts
Table 1–2 contains a listing of the pins and signals found on the standard 15-pin VGA
connector and the DVI-I to VGA adaptor
Table 1–2 Standard 15-Pin VGA Connector Pinout
Pin No. Signal
1 RED VIDEO
2 GREEN VIDEO
3 BLUE VIDEO
4 No connector
5 GROUND
6 GROUND
7 GROUND
8 GROUND
9 +5V SUPPLY
10 GROUND
11 No connector
12 BI-DIRECTIONAL DATA
13 HORIZONTAL SYNC or COMPOSITE SYNC
14 VERTICAL SYNC (VCLK)
15 DATA CLOCK
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Chapter 2
Installation
2.1 Introduction
This chapter describes the installation of the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP or PCI graphics
controller module in a supported HP product. Topics included in this chapter are:
•Unpacking
•Hardware installation
2.2 Unpacking
The graphics option hardware is packaged in a single carton that contains one graphic
controller and one installation guide.
Description Part Number
•One ATI RADEON Graphics Controller,
64MB AGP
or
One ATI RADEON Graphics Controller,
64MB PCI
3X-PBXGG-AB
3X-PBXGG-AA
•ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and PCI Graphics
Controller Installation Guide (this manual) EK-R7500-IG
•DVI-I to VGA connector adapter 209815-001
•Tru64 UNIX graphics software media QA-6ZRAA-H8
•OpenVMS graphics software media QA-6ZPAA-H8
Installation 2-1

2.3 Installation Procedure
CAUTION: Static electricity can damage sensitive electronic components. When handling
your graphics option, use an anti-static wriststrap that is connected to a grounded
surface on your computer system.
NOTE: Before installing the module, check your monitor specification for signal
compatibility and supported features offered by the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP and
PCI graphics controllers.
The following section describes how to install the ATI RADEON 7500 AGP or PCI graphics
controller. To install the module, perform the following steps:
1. Perform a normal power-down of your computer system and disconnect the monitor
cable.
2. Disconnect all AC power cables from the wall outlet (or turn off the circuit breakers if
applicable to your system) to remove power from the system.
3. Remove the cover from your computer (refer to your system documentation).
4. Put on an anti-static wriststrap.
5. If your computer has an existing graphics module, remove the screw that secures it and
then remove the module.
6. The slot to be selected depends on the graphic controller you are about to install. If your
system had a previously installed graphics option, you can use that expansion slot.
Remove the slot cover if you are using a new slot. Refer to your system owner’s guide
for information about graphics option slots. The AGP card is always installed in the
AGP slot.
7. Grasp the top edge of the graphics option, carefully insert it into the slot, and seat it
firmly.
8. Secure the module with the screw.
9. Replace the computer cover.
10. Ensure that the monitor cable is connected to the video output connector located on the
back of the graphics option.
11. Reconnect the AC power cables to the wall outlet (or turn on the circuit breakers if
applicable to your system) to restore power to the system.
12. Perform a normal power-up of your computer system.
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Chapter 3
hp Tru64 UNIX Configuration
This chapter describes how to configure the ATI RADEON 7500 graphics controller in a
system running the hp Tru64 UNIX operating system.
Chapter 3 pertains to the hp Tru64 UNIX operating system only; if you are running the
OpenVMS operating system, see Chapter 4.
The examples in this manual show version numbers applicable at publication. To determine
the most recent version of the operating system or video driver, see the Release
Notes on the CD-ROM or the HP website at
www.hp.com.
3.1 Resolutions
ATI RADEON 7500 graphics controllers can support various graphics resolutions and
refresh rates as shown in Table 3–1.
Table 3–1 Supported Video Modes – Tru64 UNIX
Resolution Color Depths
(Bits per Pixel) Refresh Rates
640x480 8, 16, 24 60, 72, 75, 85 Hz
800x600 8, 16, 24 60, 72, 75, 85 Hz
1024x768 8, 16, 24 60, 70, 75, 85 Hz
1152x864 8, 16, 24 60 Hz
1280x1024 8, 16, 24 60, 75, 85 Hz
1600x1200 8, 16, 24 60, 65, 75, 85 Hz
1920x1440 8, 16, 24 60, 75 Hz
2048x1536 8, 16, 24 60, 65, 70, 75 Hz
3.2 Restrictions and Limitations
This section of the document contains limitations and restrictions of the ATI RADEON
7500 hardware and software.
hp Tru64 UNIX Configuration 3-1

3.2.1 Minimum Console Revision
The minimum firmware version for ATI RADEON 7500 graphics controller single head
support is V1.0 on hp AlphaServer GS1280, ES80 and ES47 systems. For other Alpha
System types, please refer to your System QuickSpecs for information on minimum
requirements and restrictions.
3.2.2 Multiple Colormaps
Multiple colormaps are not supported. The ATI RADEON 7500 graphics controllers support
only one installed colormap at one time. Exceeding this limit will cause colormap flashing,
also known as "technicolor."
Applications should not install or de-install colormaps themselves. The window manager
should perform these actions. However, the application is responsible for providing the
window manager with hints as to which colormaps to install or de-install. You provide this
information using the Xlib function XSetWMColormapWindows(). This function sets
the WM_COLORMAP_WINDOWS property for a given window.
3.2.3 Default Visual Information
The ATI RADEON 7500 graphics controller can only support one visual type at one time.
Supported default visual types are 8-bit PseudoColor, 16-bit TrueColor, and 24-bit
TrueColor. The default depth and visual class is 24-bit TrueColor. To change the default
visual, you must edit the X server's configuration parameters which are located at
/usr/var/X11/Xserver.conf.
As an example, to switch to 8-bit PseudoColor, do the following:
! RADEON Server args start
-pn -bs -su -depth 8 -vclass PseudoColor
! RADEON Server args end
You then need to restart the X server (you must login remotely or via a serial console):
# /sbin/init.d/xlogin stop
# /sbin/init.d/xlogin start
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3.2.4 Backing Store and Save Unders
Backing store and save unders support for the ATI RADEON 7500 is not available in the
Tru64 UNIX base system.
The optional ATI RADEON 7500 Graphics Support software provides backing store and
save unders support for 2D operations.
To enable backing store and save unders, remove the "-bs -su" options from the argument
list in the X server configuration file. Refer to the example in Section 3.2.3.
hp Tru64 UNIX Configuration 3-3

3.3 Configuring Graphics Resolution or Vertical
Refresh Rate for Tru64 UNIX
Systems use a file named "/usr/var/X11/Xserver.conf" to optionally pass startup
configuration parameters to the X server.
3.3.1 Current Graphics Resolution
The default graphics resolution and refresh rate are 1024x768 at 70Hz, respectively. The
graphics resolution of a running system can be obtained by executing the command
/usr/sbin/sizer -gr. The refresh rate may be obtained from the Xserver’s file /var/dt/Xerrors.
3.3.2 How to Change the Resolution and Refresh Rate
1. Log in to the system as "root".
2. Edit the file /usr/var/X11/Xserver.conf and add the appropriate X server
option "-screen" and/or "-vsync" to the Xserver’s configuration parameters. (Refer to
the example in Section 3.2.3.)
X server options:
Set screen (W)width and (H)height:
-screen[screen] WxH
Set screen (Hz) Vertical refresh rate:
-vsync[screen] Hz
NOTE: See Table 3–1 for supported resolutions and refresh rates.
When changing the resolution and refresh rate, be sure the parameters specified in
Xserver.conf constitute a valid video mode.
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