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AMD FirePro™ W5000 and W5000 DVIGraphics AcceleratorsUser GuidePart Number: 52012_enu_1.1

2. Unplug the computer's power cord, and then disconnect all cables from the backof the computer.Caution:Wait approximately 20 seconds after unpl

8. If your card requires supplementary power and must be connected directly tothe power supply, locate the appropriate power connector cable (or cable

2.3.2 AMD Automatic Application Detection and ConfigurationAMD FirePro drivers offer automatic application detection and configuration, whichenables

Chapter 3Display ConfigurationThis chapter describes how to configure displays. It also lists available displayconnections for your graphics accelera

1 DisplayPort 1.2 Connection2 DisplayPort 1.2 Connection3 DVI-I Connection (Supports dual-link output)3.1.2 Stereoscopic ConnectionThe following figu

3.2 Connecting DisplaysThe following table lists the different ways you can connect displays to your card:Table 3–1 Display Connection OptionsDispl

Different types of displays can be combined within the following parameters:•Your AMD FirePro W5000 has two clocks.•Two displays connected with active

3.3 Using AdaptersYour AMD FirePro product includes adapters to enable you to attach display typesother than those included on the baseplate or cable

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Chapter 4Using the Control Center Software4.1 Control Center OverviewThe Control Center software application contains settings for configuring and f

© 2012 Advanced Micro Devices Inc. All rights reserved.The contents of this document are provided in connection with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (“AM

Table 4–1 Control Center Access Routes in Windows®Access Route InstructionsWindows Desktop 1. Right-click anywhere on the desktop.2. From the shortc

Chapter 5AMD CrossFire™ Pro TechnologyNote: These features are only available for AMD FirePro™ W5000 or W5000 DVIgraphics cards with AMD CrossFire™ P

5. Align the new workstation card in the primary PCIe slot next to the existinggraphics card and press firmly until the card is fully seated.Figure 5

8. Connect the two AMD FirePro workstation cards using the AMD CrossFire Probridge interconnect.Figure 5–2 AMD CrossFire™ Pro Interconnect Installat

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Chapter 6ReferenceThis chapter provides notices, troubleshooting tips, and customer care, warranty, andstandards-compliance information.6.1 Product

•Auto-Stereo (Horizontal Interleaved): Select this option for auto-stereo displaydevices that support horizontally interleaved stereo image pairs.•Pas

Using Multi Desktop, you can also:•Switch between desktops using a mouse click or hot key.•Run applications on a particular desktop or all desktops.•M

Note:•Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or tobecome the secondary display.•If your system has built-in graphics cap

Check the driver installation and make sure that all software is correctly loadedcorresponding to your operating system and applications.Reinstall the

Important Safety InstructionsNote: This product is for use only with compatible UL-listed personal computers that have installationinstructions detail

keep the product, it is your responsibility to ensure that you know and are within theperiod of time your reseller will allow for refunds, returns, or

AMD be responsible or liable for any damages, including but not limited to the loss ofrevenue or profit, arising:•From the use of the product, as a re

This product complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the followingconditions:•This device may not cause harmful interference.•This de

6.5.3 CE Compliance Information (European Union)Class AWarning:This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radiointer

6.5.5 VCCI ITE Compliance Information (Japan)Class ATranslation:This is a Class A product based on the standard of the VCCI Council. If this equipmen

Translation:"Class A" Equipment (Business purpose info/telecommunications equipment)As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for bus

CNS13438Class BCNS134386.5.8 C-Tick (Australia and New Zealand)ACMA — Australian Communications and Media Authority•Radiocommunications Act 1992 (Aus

6.5.10 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) DirectiveCompliance (European Union)This product was manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices,

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ContentsChapter 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.1 System Requirement

6.2.2 There is no display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 1Getting StartedBefore you begin installing your new AMD FirePro™ W5000 or W5000 DVI graphicscard (P/N: 102-C417xx-xx or 102-C404xx-xx), plea

•One AMD CrossFire internal bridge interconnect per additional accelerator(included).•500-watt or better power supply.For an up-to-date listing of cer

Chapter 2Hardware and Software InstallationThis chapter details how to install your graphics accelerator in your system as well aswhere to download a