AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 Graphics User Guide Part Number: 53188_enu_1.
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iii 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.
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Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1.1.1 Requirements for Single-card Installations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
vi 6.3 International Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 6.3.1 FCC Compliance Information (USA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 6.3.2 Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada) . . .
Chapter 1 Getting Started Before you begin installing your new AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 graphics card (P/N: 102C58203-xx, or 102-C58501-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 1.1.
2 Getting Started • One AMD CrossFire internal bridge interconnect per additional board (included). • 600-watt or better power supply with two 6-pin power connectors. For an up-to-date listing of certified power supplies, see support.amd.com/us/ certified/power-supplies/Pages/listing.aspx. • Certified system case with good airflow and cooling (highly recommended). For more information, see Chapter 4 AMD CrossFire Technology (p. 11). 1.
Chapter 2 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.
4 Hardware and Software Installation 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).
Hardware and Software Installation 5 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™ HD 7790 graphics card. 2.
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Chapter 3 Display Configuration This section describes how to configure displays and lists available display connections for your graphics card. 3.1 AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 Connections The following figure shows the display connections available on your AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 graphics card. Note: The baseplate may not appear exactly as depicted. Figure 3–1 AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 Display Connections 1 DisplayPort (DP+) connection. Carries video and audio signals to DisplayPortcompliant devices.
8 Display Configuration 3.2 Display Configurations The following table lists options for attaching displays that are indirectly supported by the connections on your graphics card. For best graphics performance and quality, always use native connections, when available. Note: : Adapters not provided with your graphics cards can be purchased through your local AMD reseller or your favorite online retailer.
Display Configuration 9 The following table shows some examples of multiple display configurations; (A) indicates an active adapter is used and (P) indicates a passive adapter is used. Display abbreviations are DP = DisplayPort, DVI = dual-link DVI-I.
10 Display Configuration 4. Choose a refresh rate from the drop-down list. Caution: Choosing a refresh rate unsupported by the display may damage it. Consult the display’s documentation if necessary. 5. Click OK. Once you have configured the main display you can configure any other displays that are connected. 6. To configure another display, do the following: a. Right-click on the desktop and, in the shortcut that appears, click Properties.
Chapter 4 AMD CrossFire™ Technology Note: These features are only available for AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 graphics cards with AMD CrossFire™ connections. 4.1 AMD CrossFire™ Overview AMD CrossFire is a multi-GPU (graphics processing unit) performance gaming platform. It enables multiple graphics processors installed in a single computer to work together to improve system performance, creating a high-performance gaming platform. A typical AMD CrossFire setup involves two graphics cards.
12 AMD CrossFire™ Technology 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.
AMD CrossFire™ Technology 13 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. © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
14 AMD CrossFire™ Technology 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. AMD Radeon™ HD 7790 Graphics © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
AMD CrossFire™ Technology 15 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.
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Chapter 5 Using the Control Center Software 5.1 Control Center Overview The Control Center software application contains settings for configuring and finetuning 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.
18 Using the Control Center Software 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.
Using the Control Center Software 19 The help system opens to provide context-sensitive help for the current page or general usage information. © 2013 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
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Chapter 6 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.
22 Reference • Turn off the on-board video. • 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.
Reference 23 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 CrossFire 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.
24 Reference 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.
Reference 25 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/us/contacts/Pages/globaltechnical-support.aspx. 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.
26 Reference 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.
Reference 27 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.
28 Reference 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 ℃.
Reference 29 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.
30 Reference 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.
Reference 31 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.
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