Gigabyte GV-RX345256HI User manual

GV-RX345256HI
ATI RadeonTM HD 3450 GraphicsAccelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 201
12MM-RX3452HI-201R
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Table of Contents
1.Introduction ................................................................................................................ 4
1.1.Features ......................................................................................................................... 4
1.2.Minimum SystemRequirements .................................................................................... 4
2.HardwareInstallation.................................................................................................. 5
2.1.BoardLayout ................................................................................................................. 5
2.2.HardwareInstallation......................................................................................................7
3.SoftwareInstallation.................................................................................................. 10
3.1.Windows®XPDriverandUtilitiesInstallation ............................................................... 10
3.1.1. Operating System Requirements .............................................................................. 10
3.1.2. DirectX Installation.........................................................................................................11
3.1.3. Driver Installation ......................................................................................................... 12
3.1.4. Utilities Installation........................................................................................................ 14
3.1.5. Taskbar Icons............................................................................................................... 15
3.1.6. Display Properties Pages........................................................................................... 20
4.TroubleshootingTips................................................................................................ 37
5.Appendix ................................................................................................................. 38
ResolutionsandColorDepthTables(InWindowsXP) ........................................................ 38
RegulatoryStatements ................................................................................................. 39

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1. Introduction
1.1. Features
• Powered by ATI RadeonTM HD 3450 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
• Supports PCI Express 2.0
• Integratedwith256MBGDDR2memory
• SupportsDirectX10.1
• SupportsCrossFireTM
• Supports1D-Subconnector
• Supports1HDMIconnector
1.2. Minimum System Requirements
•Hardware
- Intel®Pentium®4orAMDAthlonTM
- 512MBof system memory;1GBor more for bestperformance
- Opticaldrivefor software installation(CD-ROMor DVD-ROM drive)
•OperatingSystem
- Windows®Vista
- Windows®XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2)
- Windows®XPProfessionalx64Edition

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2. Hardware Installation
2.1. Board Layout
D-Sub monitor
Connector (15-pin)
HDMI Connector
D-Submonitor
Connector
(15-pin)
Analog LCD Monitor Analog CRT Monitor
or D-Sub Output
HDMI TV
HDMI Connector

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Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To
protectthemagainstdamagefromstaticelectricity,youshouldfollowsome
precautions whenever you work on your computer.
1. Turnoffyour computer and unplug powersupply.
2. Useagroundedwriststrapbeforehandlingcomputercomponents.Ifyoudonot
haveone,touchbothofyourhandstoasafelygroundedobjectortoametalobject,
suchasthe power supply case.
3. Placecomponentsonagroundedantistaticpadoronthebagthatcamewiththe
componentswheneverthecomponentsareseparatedfromthesystem.
Thecardcontainssensitiveelectriccomponents,whichcanbeeasilydamagedbystatic
electricity,sothecardshouldbeleftinitsoriginalpackinguntilitisinstalled.
Unpackingandinstallationshouldbedoneonagroundedanti-staticmat.Theoperator
shouldbewearingananti-staticwristband,groundedatthesamepointastheanti-static
mat.
Inspectthecardcartonforobviousdamage.Shippingandhandlingmaycausedamage
toyour card. Be surethereare no shipping andhandlingdamages on the cardbefore
proceeding.
DO NOTAPPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS
DAMAGED.
In order to ensure that your graphics card can work correctly, please use
official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might
cause problem(s) on the graphics card.
The entire Radeon HD 3450 series support HDMI output which can handle both audio and
video signals. However, audio output from the onboard audio controller or the external
sound card will be disabled when HDMI output is activated.
If no need for HDMI output function, set the onboard audio controller or the external sound
card to be the default Sound Playback device to obtain audio output from your system. For
more details, refer to page 19.

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2.2. Hardware Installation
Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your graphics card.
To remove the existing graphics card:
Step 1.
Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect
the display cable from the back of your computer.
Step 2.
Remove the computer cover. If necessary, consult
your computer's manual for help in removing the
cover.
Step 3.
Remove any existing graphics card from your
computer.
To install your new graphics card:
Step 1.
Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, re-
move the metal cover from this slot; then align your
graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and
press it in firmly until the card is fully seated.
* Please make sure that the gold edge connector of
the graphics card is securely inserted.

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Step 2.
Replace the screw to fasten the card in place, and
replace the computer cover.
Step 3.
Plug the display cable into your card; then turn on
the computer and monitor. To connect a D-Sub moni-
tor to your graphics card, use the D-Sub connector.
To connect a HDMI monitor to your graphics card,
use the HDMI connector.
You are now ready to proceed with the installation of the graphics card driver. Please refer to next
chapter for detailed instructions.
ToD-SubMonitor ToHDMIMonitor
ConnectaD-Submonitor
ConnectaHDMImonitor

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How to enable the ATI CrossFireTM technology:
After installing two CrossFire graphics cards of the same chipset (Figure 1) on a CrossFire-supported
motherboard, users can enable the CrossFire technology simply through the graphics card driver .
Figure 1
Step 1: After installing graphics card driver in operating system, access the Catalyst Control Center
(please refer to Page 18). From the Catalyst Control Center, enter the CrossFire menu and assure to
select the Enable CrossFire checkbox (Figure 2).
Step 2: When the next confirmation dialog box appears (Figure 3), click Yes to complete the CrossFire
configurations.
Figure 2
Figure 3
(Note) Only Windows®Vista/XP operating system supports CrossFire mode. Please do not enable
CrossFire in Windows®2000.
TwoCrossFiregraphics cards of thesame type.
(Example: GV-RX16P128P-RH)

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3. Software Installation
In this manual, we assume that your CD-ROM drive letter to be Drive D:
The installation of Windows Vista/XP drivers is very simple. When you insert the driver CD into your
CD-ROM drive, you can see the autorun window (if it does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). Then you
can follow the instructions to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection "3.1.3
Driver Installation" to install the driver for your graphics card.)
3.1. Windows®XP Driver and Utilities Installation
3.1.1. Operating System Requirements
Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers:
1. First make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version.
2. Make sure your system has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (for the motherboard
drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.)

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3.1.2. DirectX Installation
Install Microsoft DirectX to enable 3D hardware acceleration support for Windows Vista/XP to achieve
better 3D performance.
For software MPEG support in Windows Vista/XP, you must install DirectX first. Users who
run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately.
Step 1.
When the autorun window shows up, click the
Install DirectX 9 item.
Step 2. Choose I accept the agreement
and click the Next button. Step 3. Click the Next button.
The system is installing the components. Step 4. Click Finish to restart computer.
Then the DirectX 9 installation is completed.

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3.1.3. Driver Installation
A. New Hardware Found
When the graphics card is inserted into your computer for the first time, the operating system will detect
the graphics card automatically and display a New Hardware Found message. The following are step-
by-step installation instructions.
Step 1: Found New Hardware Wizard: Video Controller (VGA Compatible)
Click the Next button to install the driver. (Insert the
driver CD-ROM that came with your graphics card.)
Or click the Cancel button to install the driver from
the autorun window.
Step 2: Found New Hardware Wizard: Searching and Installing
The wizard will search for the driver and install it automatically.
Step 3: Found New Hardware Wizard: Finish
Click the Finish button to finish the installation.

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B. Driver Installation (Autorun Window)
Insert the driver CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The autorun window will appear. If it does not show
up, please run "D:\setup.exe".
Step 1.
When the autorun window shows up, click the
Install Display Driver item.
Step 2. Click the Next button. Step 3. Click the Yes button.
Step 5. Click the Finish button to restart the computer.
Then the driver installation is completed.
Setp 4. Click the Express or Custom icon. The system is installing the components.

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3.1.4. Utilities Installation
Insert the driver CD disk into your CD-ROM, and then you can see the AUTORUN window. If it does
not show up, please run "D:\setup.exe".
Step 1.
When the autorun window shows up, click the
GIGABYTE Utility item.
Step 2. Click the Next button.
Step 4. Click the Finish button to complete the
installation.
Step 3. Click the Install button.
The system is installing the components.

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3.1.5. Taskbar Icons
GIGABYTE Control Panel
After installation of the display drivers, you will find a GIGABYTE icon on the taskbar's status area.
Right-clicking this icon opens the GIGABYTE control panel, showing a menu composed of shortcut of
the graphics card's enhanced and other functions.
You may click the Display Properties item, and then click Settings. Click Advanced after clicking
Settings. Click the appropriate tab to change your display settings.
Right-click the GIGABYTE icon.
Select the items in the menu to enter the relative settings.
Select About GIGABYTE to link to the GIGABYTE website for updated information about the graphics
accelerator, latest drivers, and other information.

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V-Tuner 3
V-Tuner 3 lets you adjust the working frequency of the graphic engine and video memory (Core Clock
and Memory Clock).
Displays 2D/3D core clock status
Adjust2D core
clock
Auto-Optimized
core/memoryclock
Adjust3D core clock
Fixed Clock Adjustmemory clock HardwareMonitor
Displays memory clock status
Button Function
DEFAULT You may click this button to restore to the default setting.
SAVE You may click this button to save the frequency you wanted.
LOAD After saving the specific value, you may click this button to load the
frequency you saved last time.
Auto-Optimized The V-Tuner3 clock configuration utility will determine the recommended
GPU and memory clock setting your system. If the utility should hang,
restart your system and then enter "Auto-Optimized" mode.
Fixed Clock The V-Tuner3 clock configuration utility will lock the GPU and memory
clock you choose, whether you restart your system or not. To rechange
clock, uncheck the "Fixed Clock" mode and then adjust.
Hardware Monitor If your card have Hardware Monitor function, you will see the extend
window. The window will display the GPU temperature and show the
thermal curve. Besides, you can move the slider to adjust the
frequency-time temperature of GPU, and you will see the change of
thermal curve from now on.
HELP Opens Help page.

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Color Adjust
Color Adjust allows you to make color adjustments, such as brightness, contrast and gamma values
for each or all of RGB colors.
VGA Info
VGA Info lists the relevant information about your card.

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ATI Control Panel
After installation of the display driver, you will find an ATI icon in your system tray. Right-click the
icon to enter the Catalyst®Control Center. The Catalyst®Control Center is used to configure all
your graphics card settings.
Right-click the ATI icon to enter the Catalyst®Control Center.
Or you can right-click on the desktop and select ATI CATALYST(R) Control Center.

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Configuring Audio Output
Configure the default audio output device based upon your needs.
Step 1:
Go to Start > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio Devices.
Using the picture to the left as the example, to set HDMI audio to be
the default Sound Playback device, in the Default device box,
select ATI HD Audio rear output. Otherwise, select Realtek HD
Audio output, which is the onboard audio controller.
Step 2:
In the Sounds and Audio Devices Properties dialog box, click the Audio tab.

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3.1.6. Display Properties Pages
To access Display Properties pages, right-click on desktop and then select Properties. The Display
Properties dialog box shows the information of display adapter, color, the range of display area, and
the refresh rate.
Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for Windows)
You may adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box.
You can move the slider to change the resolution.
You can click the item to change the color quality.
Click the Advanced button for advanced settings.