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User Guide

Part Number: 54241_enu_1.0

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Important Safety Instructions

Note: This product is for use only with compatible UL-listed personal computers that have installation
instructions detailing user installation of this class of product.

Read all instructions before beginning installation. All safety and installation instructions should be read
before the product is installed or operated.
Retain all instructions. Safety, installation, and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed all warnings. All warnings regarding the product and its operating instructions should be obeyed.
Use appropriate grounding.

Caution:
[Where applicable] For continued protection against the risk of electric shock and fire, install this accessory
only in products equipped with a three-wire grounding plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This is
a safety feature. 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.

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 Contents

Chapter 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

1.1 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1.1 Requirements for AMD CrossFire Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.2 Recording the Serial and Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Chapter 2 Hardware and Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

2.1 Installation Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Installing the Graphics Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.3 AMD Drivers and Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Chapter 3 Display Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

3.1 Baseplate Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.2 Display Adapters (Optional Accessories) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3 Configuration Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.4 Using Adapters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Chapter 4 AMD CrossFire Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4.1 AMD CrossFire Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2 Installing AMD CrossFire Graphics Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3 Enabling and Configuring AMD CrossFire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Chapter 5 Using the Control Center Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

5.1 Control Center Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.2 Starting the Control Center Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.3 Using the Control Center Help System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Chapter 6 Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1.1 Graphics Card Installation Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1.2 Troubleshooting AMD CrossFireX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.1.3 HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.2 Customer Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.2.1 Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.2.2 Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.3 International Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.3.1 FCC Compliance Information (USA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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6.3.2 Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

6.3.3 CE Compliance Information (European Union) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
6.3.4 Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.3.5 VCCI ITE Compliance Information (Japan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
6.3.6 KC Certification Information (Korea) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.3.7 BSMI Certification Information (Taiwan) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
6.3.8 C-Tick (Australia and New Zealand) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.3.9 Product Environmental Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
6.3.10 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance (European
Union) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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Getting Started
Before you begin installing your new AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 graphics card (P/N:
102-C552xx-xx, 102-C550xx-xx), please make sure you have the proper system
requirements and have completed the required preinstallation tasks as outlined in this
chapter.

1.1 System Requirements

Minimum requirements for installing a single AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 graphics
card:

• AMD Athlon™ or Intel Pentium® 4 CPU.

• PCI Express® based PC with one ×16 lane graphics slot available on the
motherboard.
• 2 GB RAM .
• Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows® 7, Windows® 8, Windows® 8.1 or
Linux® operating system (64-bit is highly recommended). Windows Vista ,
Windows 8, Windows 8.1, or Windows 7 is recommended for full feature
functionality.
• A 350 watt or better power supply.
Certified power supplies are strongly recommended; for a list of certified power
supplies, see ati.amd.com/certifiedpsu.
• Internet connection or CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive for installation software.
• Use of three or more displays with AMD Eyefinity technology requires
DisplayPort-capable displays or AMD Eyefinity validated dongles. For more
information, see Chapter 3 Display Configuration (p. 7).

1.1.1 Requirements for AMD CrossFire™ Technology

Minimum requirements for installing an additional graphics card for
AMD CrossFire™ configuration:

Note: AMD CrossFire configurations for AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 graphics cards
do not require a AMD CrossFire internal bridge interconnect.

• AMD CrossFire certified motherboard. For an up-to-date listing of

AMD CrossFire certified motherboards, see support.amd.com/us/certified/
Pages/certified-components.aspx.
• A second AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 graphics card.

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• A 475 watt or better power supply.

For an up-to-date listing of certified power supplies, see support.amd.com/us/
certified/power-supplies/Pages/listing.aspx.
• Certified system cases with good airflow and cooling are recommended.

For more information, see Chapter 4 AMD CrossFire Technology (p. 11).

1.2 Recording the Serial and Part Numbers

Write down the serial number and part number before installing the graphics card.
The serial number and 102 part number on the graphics card are required for
registration and free support. 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

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Hardware and Software Installation
This chapter details how to install your graphics card in your system as well as where
to download associated software and drivers.

2.1 Installation Overview

Once you have determined that your system meets the minimum requirements,
perform the following tasks to install your new graphics card. Detailed installation
instructions are provided in the following sections.

1. If you are replacing an existing graphics card, uninstall the old graphics driver
and software.

Note: If you are using a motherboard containing an on-board graphics solution

and do not intend to use it as part of a multiple monitor configuration, disable
it.
2. Turn off and disconnect your computer system.
3. If needed, remove any old graphics card(s).
4. Install the new graphic card.
5. Reassemble and connect your computer system and display(s).
6. Start the computer system and install the new AMD Catalyst™ drivers and
configuration software.
7. Restart the computer system.

2.2 Installing the Graphics Card

1. Turn off the computer, monitor(s), and other peripheral devices.

2. Unplug the computer's power cord, and then disconnect all cables from the back
of the computer.

Caution:
Wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the power cord before
disconnecting a peripheral cable or removing a component from the
motherboard to avoid possible damage to the motherboard.

3. Remove the cover to the computer's case.

Note: If necessary, consult the computer manual for help in removing the
cover.

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Caution:
Static electricity can seriously damage computer components. Discharge
your body's static electricity by touching the power supply or the metal
surface of the computer chassis before you touch any components inside the
computer's case to avoid damaging them.

4. Unscrew or unfasten and remove any existing graphics card from the computer,
if necessary.

5. Locate the appropriate bus slot and, if necessary, remove the corresponding
metal backplate cover(s). Make sure all internal cables are clear of the slot.

Note: If you cannot find a bus slot to match the card, you need a graphics card
with the correct bus to match the motherboard.

6. Align the graphics card with the slot and press it in firmly until the card is fully
seated.

7. If your card requires supplementary power and must be connected directly to

the power supply, locate the appropriate power connector cable(s) from the
power supply and connect it (or them) to the graphics card's supplementary
power connector(s).

Note: If applicable, before installing a card that requires a supplementary

power connection, make sure your existing power supply has such a
connection available.

Tip: The location of power connections may vary between models. They can
be located on either the side or back of the card.

Figure 2–1 Possible Power Connection Locations on the Graphics Card

1 Power supply
2 Graphics card

8. Fasten the graphics card securely to the back panel.

9. Make sure no internal cables are interfering with components inside the
computer (for example, a cooling fan), and then replace the computer cover.
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10. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected during installation, and then plug
in the computer's power cord.

11. 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 R7 240/R7 250
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.
When you install a new graphics card, you must also install the driver and
configuration software the card requires to function properly.
You also need to install (or reinstall) your AMD Radeon drivers when you have
reinstalled or upgraded your operating system or when you download updated
drivers.
The latest drivers are available from AMD's Web site at http://support.amd.com.

Note: When reinstalling drivers, always uninstall any previous drivers that are on
your system, even if they are for the same graphics card. Always start "fresh."

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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 display connections that are available for the AMD Radeon
R7 240/R7 250 series graphics cards.

Note: Available connections vary between models.

Figure 3–1 AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 Display Connections

1 HDMI™ connection. Carries video and audio signals to HDMI-compliant

devices.
2 DisplayPort connection. Carries video and audio signals to DisplayPort-
compliant devices.
3 Single-link DVI-I connection. Provides video digital signals and HDMI output
that is compatible with most HDMI-compliant devices.
4 VGA connection. Carries video analog signals.
5 Single-link DVI-D connection. Provides video digital signals and HDMI output
that is compatible with most HDMI-compliant devices.

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3.2 Display Adapters (Optional Accessories)

The following table lists the options for connecting displays that are not directly
supported by the connection types available on the graphics card.

Adapter Description

DVI-to-VGA adapter

DVI-to-HDMI

If your graphics card includes a DisplayPort or Mini DisplayPort connection, you can
use the following types of DisplayPort-compliant adapters/dongles with your graphics
card:

• Adapter—Uses DisplayPort signals to transmit audio and video information

between variants of the same connection type (for example, Mini DisplayPort to
standard DisplayPort).
• Active dongle—Allows connection from a DisplayPort connection to a non-
DisplayPort display using DisplayPort signals.
• Passive dongle—Allows connection from a DisplayPort connection to a non-
DisplayPort display using non-DisplayPort signals.

Adapters/donglges that are not provided with your graphics cards can also be used
as long as they are compatible with your graphics card and displays. They can be
purchased from AMD's Web site or through your local AMD resellers.
A list of compatible adpaters/dongles can be found at: http://support.amd.com/us/
eyefinity/Pages/eyefinity-dongles.aspx.

3.3 Configuration Options

The AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 graphics card provides hardware support for up to
six displays. More than one display can be connected to a DisplayPort connection using
a daisy chain configuration or a hub (via the DisplayPort v1.2 standard).

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The following table lists options for attaching displays to your graphics card. The types
of display configurations that can be used depend on the display connections that are
available on your graphics card.
For best graphics performance and quality, always use native connections, when
available.

Note: Adapters/donglges that are not provided with your graphics cards can also be
purchased from AMD's Web site or through your local AMD resellers.

Table 3–1 Display Configurations

Display Connections

CRT analog display • VGA connection

• DVI-I/DVI-D connection and DVI-to-VGA adapter
LCD display • VGA connection and VGA cable
• DVI-I/DVI-D connection and DVI cable
• DVI-I/DVI-D connection and DVI-to-VGA adapter
• DisplayPort connection and DisplayPort cable
• DisplayPort connection and DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter
HDTV display • DVI-I/DVI-D connection and DVI cable
• DisplayPort connection and DisplayPort-to-DVI adapter
HDMI HDTV • HDMI connection and HDMI cable
• DVI-I/DVI-D connection and DVI-to-HDMI adapter and HDMI cable
• DisplayPort connection and DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter

Once displays are connected to the graphics card, you can control how they are
currently configured using the Control Center software application. Common
configuration tasks include:

• Adding and removing displays

• Rotating displays
• Setting the main (primary) display
• Duplicating and extending desktops
• Arranging desktops

For more information, see Chapter 5 Using the Control Center Software (p. 17).

3.4 Using Adapters

The following procedure describes how to connect a display to your graphics card
using an adapter.

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).

4. Turn on your display first, then your computer.

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Use the Control Center software application to configure the new display.

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AMD CrossFire™ Technology
Note: AMD CrossFire™ Technology features are available only for systems installed
with more than one compatible AMD Radeon™ graphics cards.

4.1 AMD CrossFire™ Overview

AMD CrossFire technology is designed to enhance the graphics quality and
performance of 3D games and applications by combining the processing power of two
or more AMD Radeon graphics cards, essentially creating a multi-GPU performance
gaming platform. A typical AMD CrossFire setup involves two graphics cards.
For more information, visit the AMD CrossFire technology Web page at http://
sites.amd.com/us/game/technology/Pages/crossfirex.aspx.

4.2 Installing AMD CrossFire™ Graphics Cards

These instructions assume that a PCIe® graphics card has already been successfully
installed in the secondary slot (slot one), and that the primary slot (slot zero) is empty.

Note: Consult your system builder or OEM to ensure that your system has an
adequate power supply.

For an up-to-date listing of AMD CrossFire certified motherboards and power

supplies, see support.amd.com/us/certified/Pages/certified-components.aspx.

1. Make sure the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices are off.

2. Unplug the computer power cord and disconnect the monitor cable from the
back panel of the computer.

Caution:
To avoid possible damage to the motherboard, wait approximately 20 seconds
after unplugging the power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or
removing a component from the motherboard.

3. Remove the computer cover.

If necessary, consult the computer manual for help removing the cover.

Caution:
Remember to discharge your body’s static electricity by touching the power
supply case or the metal surface of the computer chassis.

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4. Remove any unneeded graphics cards from the computer.

Warning:
Some graphics cards can get hot while operating. Wait approximately five
minutes after turning off the computer before touching the card.

5. Locate the PCIe slots on the motherboard. If necessary, also remove the
corresponding back panel cover.

6. Align the new graphics card in the secondary PCIe slot next to the existing
graphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated.

Tip: For optimal performance in a dual-GPU AMD CrossFire configuration,

make sure that each AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 graphics card is separated by
at least one empty expansion slot.

7. If needed, connect the power supply to the cards.

Tip: The location of power connections may vary between models. They can
be located on either the side or back of the card.

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Figure 4–1 Connecting the Power Cables

1 Power supply
2 Existing card
3 New card

8. If your AMD CrossFire configuration requires an AMD CrossFire internal bridge

interconnect between cards, remove the protection tags from the ends of the
AMD CrossFire interconnect before using it to connect the cards.

Caution:
Always handle the AMD CrossFire bridge interconnect by the connector only.
Do not push or pull on the flexible cable.

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Figure 4–2 AMD CrossFire™ Bridge Interconnect Protection Tag

Figure 4–3 AMD CrossFire™ Installation

1 AMD CrossFire graphics cards

2 Interconnect

9. Fasten the graphics cards securely to the back panel.

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10. Make sure the cables are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for
example, a cooling fan) and then replace the computer cover.

11. Reconnect any cables you have disconnected and plug in the computer power
cord.

12. Turn on the monitor and then the computer.

You can now enable and configure AMD CrossFire support using the Control Center
software application. For more information, see Chapter 5 Using the Control Center
Software (p. 17).

4.3 Enabling and Configuring AMD CrossFire™

Once all your graphics cards are properly installed, you can begin enabling and
configuring AMD CrossFire technology support using the
AMD Catalyst™ Control Center software application, which is a component of the
AMD Catalyst software engine that can be downloaded from the Drivers and Support
page at http://support.amd.com.
AMD CrossFire settings can be found on the AMD CrossFire page, which is located
under the 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
to the primary card. By default, displays that are connected to other graphics cards
are disabled.
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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Using the Control Center Software

5.1 Control Center Overview

The Control Center software application contains settings for configuring and fine-
tuning your AMD product. Use it to manage desktops and displays, optimize your
graphics processor for enhanced 3D application and video quality, and configure your
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.
The application provides a Standard View for guided configuration and an Advanced
View for quick and easy access to all available features and settings. It also provides a
search feature for finding specific pages, as well as the ability to bookmark pages by
pinning them within the application.
The following is a list of common configuration tasks that can be completed using the
application:

• Adding and removing displays

• Rotating displays
• Setting the main (primary) display
• Duplicating and extending desktops
• Arranging desktops
• Managing 3D application and video settings
• Configuring AMD CrossFire™ technology settings (if applicable)

More information on the application and its available features are provided through
the comprehensive Control Center help system.

Note: Feature availability varies between AMD products and operating systems.

5.2 Starting the Control Center Software

To start the Control Center software application in Windows®, use one of the following
methods:

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Table 5–1 Control Center Access Routes in Windows®

Access Route Instructions

Windows Start Screen 1. On the Windows Start screen, open App commands and then tap or click
All apps.
2. Click the Control Center tile.
Windows Desktop 1. Right-click anywhere on the desktop.
2. From the shortcut menu that appears, click the Control Center option.
Windows Start Menu 1. Click Start on the Windows task bar.
2. Click All Programs followed by the Control Center option.
Windows Notification Area 1. Right-click the Control Center icon in the Windows Notification Area.
2. From the shortcut menu, click the Control Center option.
Desktop Shortcut If you chose to create a desktop shortcut to the Control Center application
during the driver installation, double-click the shortcut.

To start the application in Linux®, type the command amdcccle in the terminal
window.
To start the application with superuser privileges, do any of the following:

• Log on as a superuser before running the command amdcccle.

• Run the command sudo amdcccle and provide the superuser password when
prompted.
• Run the command amdxdg-su -c amdcccle and provide the superuser
password when prompted.

Note: Certain Control Center settings can only be changed with superuser privileges.

5.3 Using the Control Center Help System

The help system that is available with the 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.
Use the following steps to access the help system.

1. Open the Control Center application.

2. Choose one of the following options:

➭ Set the mouse focus to the application window (by clicking the window)
and press F1 on your keyboard.
➭ Click the Help button (shown as a question mark) located in the titlebar of
each page within the application.
➭ Right-click the Control Center icon in the Windows taskbar notification
area (system tray), and click Help.

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The help system opens to provide context-sensitive help for the current page or
general usage information.

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Reference
The following section offers troubleshooting tips and provides customer care,
warranty, and compliance information.

6.1 Troubleshooting
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.
The graphics card needs to be exchanged for one with a bus that matches the
motherboard.
For more information on bus types, see knowledgebase article GPU-59: How to Install
AMD Graphics Hardware.

6.1.1.2 The computer beeps and the boot process stops.

Make certain that the graphics card is properly connected to the internal power supply
and the motherboard.

6.1.1.3 No display on power up.

Try these possible solutions:

• Verify that the monitor is connected properly to the computer and a power
supply.
• Verify that the power supply meets the minimum system requirements.
• Reconnect all the hardware device cables that were removed during the
installation of the graphics card.
• If any adapters or video switches are being used, remove them and connect the
displays directly to the graphics card.
• Check the motherboard manufacturer's Web site for an SBIOS update.
• Turn off the on-board video.

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• Install a different graphics card. If there are no display issues, then the graphics
card in question may be defective.
• If your motherboard has on-board graphics capabilities, you may need to disable
them. Consult your motherboard documentation for more information.

Note: Some manufacturers do not allow the on-board graphics to be disabled or to

become the secondary display.

For more troubleshooting tips, see knowledgebase article 737-22472: How to

Troubleshoot No Display on Re-start Issues.

6.1.1.4 The computer does not boot up properly.

Verify that the installation instructions were followed correctly.
Make certain that the graphics card is properly connected to the power supply and
the motherboard.
For Windows® operating systems, restart your system in Safe Mode. Use Windows
Device Manager to remove any graphics driver entries under Display Adapters and
restart your system.
Check the system configuration utility for interrupt assignments.

6.1.1.5 During software installation on a Windows® OS, the screen goes blank.
The software is still installing. Wait 20–30 minutes to make sure the software has
finished installing and then restart the computer.

6.1.1.6 Applications are hanging or there is no display after boot up.

Make certain that the graphics card is installed correctly and is properly connected to
the motherboard and power supply (if applicable).
Verify that the power supply meets the minimum system requirements.

6.1.2 Troubleshooting AMD CrossFireX™

The following are suggested solutions for common AMD CrossFireX™ troubleshooting
issues.

6.1.2.1 Change Motherboard BIOS Settings

Some motherboards may have a system BIOS option to switch between single and dual
PCIe slot support. The default setting may be single slot support. Refer to the
motherboard’s manual for information to enable dual PCIe slot support.
For more information see the AMD CrossFireX Web page at sites.amd.com/us/game/
technology/Pages/crossfirex.aspx.

6.1.2.2 Use Graphics Cards with Different Amounts of Memory

In some AMD CrossFireX configurations, graphics cards with different amounts of
memory can by used; however, restarting your computer is required after enabling
AMD CrossFireX. This will cause AMD CrossFireX to reduce the amount of memory
on the card with the most amount of memory to match the memory size of the graphics
card with the least amount of memory.

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Clicking OK to the memory mismatch error message will restart your computer.

Note: When disabling AMD CrossFireX you will be given the option to restart your
computer to restore the original graphics memory size or continue with the reduced
memory size.

6.1.2.3 Card Reversal Recommended

A recommendation message to reverse the graphics card positions may appear if the
primary graphics card is not installed into the primary PCIe slot. Although
AMD CrossFireX can be enabled, performance may be improved by reversing the
graphics cards in the computer.
See your motherboard's manual to determine which is the primary PCIe slot.

6.1.2.4 3D Client is Active

You will not be able to start AMD CrossFireX if a 3D application, game, or video
playback, such as a DVD movie, is running.
Close all open 3D applications, games, and movie player applications, and then enable
AMD CrossFireX.

6.1.2.5 AMD CrossFireX™ is Currently Unavailable

This error has occurred because AMD CrossFireX did not correctly detect your
graphics hardware or there is a problem with the software.

• Check that the graphics cards are installed correctly.

• Check that the interconnect cable, if applicable, is installed correctly.
• Close all running 3D applications.
• Check that the AMD CrossFireX mode is set to Software in the Control Center
application. (The AMD Radeon R7 240/R7 250 can only use AMD CrossFireX
technology in software mode.)
• Reinstall the Control Center software application and drivers.

6.1.2.6 Screen Rotation is Unavailable or Does Not Work

Screen rotation is not an available feature on AMD CrossFireX systems.

6.1.2.7 Video Displays Flicker During System Startup

This is normal during AMD CrossFireX startup.

6.1.2.8 AMD CrossFireX™ Disabled After Swapping/Moving Cards

If you change the AMD CrossFireX configuration by moving the graphics cards to
different slots on the motherboard, disable AMD CrossFireX and restore factory
default settings in the Control Center software application first. Once the cards have
been swapped, enable AMD CrossFireX. This ensures the new configuration is
detected by the computer.

6.1.3 HDTV Adapter Troubleshooting

The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems with HDTV.

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More troubleshooting information can be found on the AMD Web site. Please visit
http://support.amd.com.

6.1.3.1 There is a black border around the TV when using an HDMI™ connection.
Try adjusting the overscan/underscan of the TV. For more information, see
knowledgebase article GPU-72: Unable to Adjust a Digital Display to Match the
Resolution of the Desktop.

6.1.3.2 There is no display on the TV.

The TV will not display anything until Windows starts; this may take several minutes.
Make sure the TV is set to YPbPr input.

6.1.3.3 DVDs will not play in high-quality modes.

For displays connected using an analog connection, playback of CSS-protected DVDs
may be restricted to certain modes.
For displays connected using a digital connection, playback on certain DVD players
may also be restricted if HDCP (high-bandwidth content protection) cannot be enabled.
This restriction also applies to displays connected using active DisplayPort adapters.

6.1.3.4 The display appears tilted.

Consult the HDTV documentation.

6.1.3.5 TVs/monitors connected cannot be enabled.

Check individual connections to the TVs/monitors.
If TVs and/or monitors connected using DisplayPort adapters, passive dongles, or
active dongles cannot be enabled, visit http://www.amd.com/eyefinity to check the
connectivity options available for your graphics card and that your chosen
configuration is supported.
For a list of AMD Eyefinity validated dongles, see http://support.amd.com.

6.1.3.6 Required display resolution is missing/unavailable in

AMD Catalyst™ Control Center/AMD FirePro™ Control Center.
Make sure that:

• The desired resolution is supported for the display being used.

• The graphics driver has been properly installed.
• The connectors, cables, switches, and/or adapters connecting the display to the
graphics card are compatible and correctly configured.

For more troubleshooting steps, see knowledgebase GPU-10: Inability to Select a

Specific Resolution for a Display Device in AMD Catalyst™ Control Center.

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6.2 Customer Care

The AMD Customer Care Web site has number of helpful resources, including a
knowledgebase of FAQs and the AMD Radeon Workstation Graphics Web Ticket
Submission Page.
The Web site is complimentary and available at all times. The address is http://
support.amd.com.

6.2.1 Contact Information

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.

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.

• AMD Customer Care is unable to assist with refunds, returns, or exchange-

specific inquiries. If resolving the problem being experienced is critical to your
decision to keep the product, it is your responsibility to ensure that you know
and are within the period of time your reseller will allow for refunds, returns,
or exchange.
• AMD is not responsible for any expense incurred accessing Customer Care. It is
expected that customers will review the expense associated with the available
support options and will choose the method that best meets their needs and
budget.
• AMD Customer Care reserves the right to limit support options for products that
are not registered or are reaching end of life.

6.3 International Compliance Information

This section details the worldwide compliance information for this product, which is
manufactured to be compliant in the regions where it is sold.
AMD products are either Class A or Class B compliant and are indicated accordingly
on the compliance label for each product. The following regulatory information
applies to Class A and Class B products.
Any modifications to this device or its usage in an open chassis if not expressly
approved by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. may impact its compliance.

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6.3.1 FCC Compliance Information (USA)

Class A
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are design to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case, the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.

Warning:
Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by Advanced Micro
Devices, Inc. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A

Class B
This product complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following
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 designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's 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:

• Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation 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.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is
required to ensure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this
unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.

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Caution:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

FCC 15, Subpart B, Class B

For further compliance information:
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.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Class B
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

6.3.3 CE Compliance Information (European Union)

Class A

Warning:
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

EMC Directive 2004/108/EC

CISPR 22/EN 55022–Class A: Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.
CISPR 24/EN 55024–Information Technology Equipment–Immunity Characteristics—
Limits and Methods of Measurements
Class B
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC
CISPR 22/EN 55022—Class B: Limits and methods of measurement of radio disturbance
characteristics of Information Technology Equipment.
CISPR 24/EN 55024—Information Technology Equipment—Immunity Characteristics
—Limits and Methods of Measurements

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6.3.4 Electrical Safety

Europe: The Low Voltage Directive–2006/95/EC

• EN 60950-1–Safety of Information Technology Equipment

USA/Canada:

• UL 60950-1 (Information Technology Equipment–Safety—Part 1: General

Requirements)
• CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1 (Information Technology Equipment—Safety–Part 1:
General Requirements)

International:

• IEC 60950-1 (Information Technology Equipment–Safety-Part 1: General

Requirements)

To meet UL safety requirements, the computer's maximum room temperature should

not exceed 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.

6.3.5 VCCI ITE Compliance Information (Japan)

Class A

Translation:
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this equipment
is used in a domestic environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the
user may be required to take corrective actions.
VCCI V-3
Class B

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Translation:
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

6.3.6 KC Certification Information (Korea)

Class A

Translation:
"Class A" Equipment (Business purpose info/telecommunications equipment)
As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for business purpose, the seller
and/or buyer is asked to beware of this point and in case a wrongful sale or purchase
has been made, it is asked that a change to household use be made.
KN22 and KN24
Class B

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Translation:
"Class B" Equipment (Household purpose info/telecommunications equipment)
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

Translation:
This is a Class A Information Product, when used in residential environment, it may
cause radio frequency interference, under such circumstances, the user may be
requested to take appropriate countermeasures.

CNS13438
Class B

CNS13438

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6.3.8 C-Tick (Australia and New Zealand)

ACMA — Australian Communications and Media Authority

• Radiocommunications Act 1992 (Australia)—per notices of section 182

• 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.

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.

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