Geekworm EXP GDC User manual

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EXP GDC
Laptop External Graphics Adapter DOCK
INDEX
INDEX .....................................................................................................................................1
History ....................................................................................................................................3
Overview.................................................................................................................................4
Notice .....................................................................................................................................4
EXP GDC versions...................................................................................................................5
Features..................................................................................................................................5
Upgrade Features ....................................................................................................................6
Hardware requirements ............................................................................................................6
Packing List.............................................................................................................................6
EXP GDC Application.................................................................................................................6
Hardware installation ................................................................................................................7
Connection diagram:..........................................................................................................8
Installation method with external power ..............................................................................9
NOTICE: ...........................................................................................................................9
ATX Power supply installation method .................................................................................9
Reference Resource .............................................................................................................. 10
Support List: .......................................................................................................................... 11
Whitelist ................................................................................................................................ 13
Black List .............................................................................................................................. 13

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Trouble shooting .................................................................................................................... 13
The common laptop’s installation configuration ......................................................................... 16
FAQ:..................................................................................................................................... 16

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History
Date
Author
Note
2017.3.12
Harry
Create document
2.17.3.13
Harry
Add whitelist & Blacklist

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Overview
EXP GDC is the laptop external graphics adapter equipment; it can help you to use the external
independent high-performance graphics, can be used to access any of the PCI-E interface equipment,
used to enhance the performance of the laptop, so that you can play those huge games requesting high-
performance graphics;
Notice
1. This is the DIY product, it needs some basic computer knowledge and practical ability. we advise that
you study carefully this from our WIKI before you purchasing.
WIKI address: http://www.raspberrypiwiki.com/index.php/EXP_GDC (We will regularly update the
product's knowledge on WIKI);
2. We advise that you should read the USER MANUAL carefully after you receive our product. (User
manual will be send to you with EXP GDC equipment).
3. The product is not suitable with any kinds of laptop model becuase of the compatibility, Please read
the details clearly or consult with us before purchasing.
4. Please select your EXP GDC version according your laptop wireless network card; Sometime you
need to uppack your loptop to confirm it if you don't know which interface.
5. For NGFF version, in generally, the laptops after 2015 would be used the NGFF slot.
6. Using notice:
1/ Turn off PCI-E energy saving options in the power management system and BIOS, it can avoid the
system stagnation as a reason long standby.

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2/ Do not use the system sleep or standby function which may cause un-restart of the system, but
some laptop may not be affected.
3/ Please install your device according to the manual, do not plug in or out your equipment when
power on.
EXP GDC versions
There are three type EXP GDC according to the difference between interface types:
Mini Pci-e Version
NGFF M.2 A key Version
NGFF M.2 M key Version (Release soon, or please contact with us)
Express Card Version(depend on your laptop model)
Features
Support for PCI-E X16, actual X1 mode (according to different laptop configuration can be upgraded
to X2 mode
Operating system: Windows XP/7/8/8.1, Linux etc.
Products type: Laptop PCI-E expansion device
Product positioning: Laptop performance upgrade.
(PS: Win XP, Win8/8.1 is only compatible with the laptop with external screen)
Input interface:
Mini PCI-E（WLAN\WWAN\DMC）
Expresscard(34#/54#) (depend on your laptop model)
NGFF(Slot A/E)
NGFF(Slot M) (Release soon, or please contact with us)
Power input/output interface:
Support external DELL power adapter or ATX power;
8P interface: 220W max.
DC interface: 5.5x 2.1mm, 150W max, support soft switch function.( ATX cable with no power limit)
Extended support: PCI-E X16:DMI GT/s (X1) 5
Other function:
CTD switch(Timedelay): 6S
PTD switch (Timedelay): 7S, 14S
USB:1.0/1.1/2.0

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Upgrade Features
1. Dual TD compatible switch (hardware conflict resolution)
2. Multistage anti interference circuit
3. Data line reinforcement
4. Multi power automatic switching (support for soft start)
5. High quality imported electronic components
6. Support metal cabinet (optional)
7. Double copper technology to enhance system power supply
8. Isolation protection circuit
9. LED status indicator
10. USB interface extension
11. Lateral 6PIN power supply interface
Hardware requirements
Inner Screen Usage:
1. Your laptop must be Intel (R) HD graphics.
2. Your external graphics card must be above GTS450, otherwise you must use external monitor.
Packing List
1 x EXP GDC PCI-E adapter
1 x Interface Cable (about 75cm Length)
1 x ATX PSU power cable (about 7cm Length)
EXP GDC Application

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Hardware installation

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Connection diagram:

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Installation method with external power
You can use DELL power adapter;
The other end is connected to the data line interface board corresponding to the "reference chart". The
HDMI EXP GDC board can not be connected with other HDMI data line, otherwise it will cause
equipment damage.
The graphics card and power supply installation(DELL DA-2/D220P), please ensure that the video card
power supply interface fully connected
NOTICE:
Must restart the laptop after the equipment is installed;
MUST POWER OFF when you pull out or pull in the device, OR the device easily be damaged.
ATX Power supply installation method
Note: Graphics card Independent power supply comes from ATX

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Reference Resource