User guide

2. Display Controller installation
Which PCIe slot to use
The table above lists the various Display Controller model(s) available for your Barco Display System and
the recommended PCIe slot to use for optimum performance. The figure below shows the different types
of PCIe slots that can be used.
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2
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Examples of PCIe slots
1
x16 slot
2
x8 slot
3
x1 slot
2.3 In stallation pro cedure
How to install
The following instructions will take you step by step through the installation of the Barco Display Con-
troller(s) for your Barco Display System.
1. If you are not going to use your old Display Controller, uninstall its drivers and software.
Warning:Wear a grounded, protective ESD strap when handling or during installation of the Display
Controller. Electrostatic charges can damage the Display Contro
ller.
2. Turn off the computer, display(s), and other peripheral devices.
3. Unplug the computer’s power cord and disconnect all cables from the back of your computer.
Warning:Wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the power cord before disconnecting a pe-
ripheral or removing a component from the motherboard to avoid possible damage to the
motherboard.
4. Remove the computer cover. If necessary, consult your computer’s manual for instructions.
5. If necessary, unscrew or unfasten and remove any existing display controller(s) from your computer.
Tip: If you are using a motherboard containing an on-board graphics solution and do not intend to
use it as part of a multiple-display setup, disable it either in the computer’ s System Set-up utility
(BIOS) or the Windows device manager.
6. Locate the appropriate slot and, if necessary, remove the metal back-plate cover(s).
7. Align the Barco Display Controller(s) for your Barco Display System with the slot(s) and press it(them)
in firmly until the card(s) is(are) fully seated.
Tip: The next step applies only to the MXRT-7400 & MXRT-7500.
8. Connect the power cable to the 6-pin power connection on the Display Controller. Make sure the cables
are not interfering with anything inside the computer (for example, a cooling fan).
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