User guide

22 Matrox Graphics Card – User Guide
2
To remove Matrox software, click
Start
Æ
Settings
*
Æ
Control Panel
Æ
Add or Remove
Programs
(double-click*)
Æ
Matrox Graphics Software (remove only)
Æ
Change/Remove
Æ
Yes
. (* Depending on your version and configuration of Windows,
this part of the step may not be necessary.)
3
After removing Matrox software, install the latest display driver for your Matrox graphics
card. You may also need to reinstall other Matrox software.
Graphics – Extra troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting items address problems related to graphics cards.
Problem Can’t use Windows, Windows reports a configuration error, and/or
can’t install or uninstall Matrox display driver
1
Cause
The problem may be specific to the motherboard in your computer.
1
Solution
There may be a software update available for your motherboard. To find out what
motherboard model your computer is using, see your system manual. For more information,
contact the maker of your motherboard or computer. Many motherboard or computer
manufacturers have software updates available on their Web site.
2
Cause
Files on your system may have been deleted or corrupted.
1
Solution
Remove, then restore Matrox software. For more information, see page 21.
Problem Monitor settings aren’t automatically detected
Note:
Windows 2000/XP
– You may need administrator rights to remove certain software.
For more information, see Windows documentation.
Note:
Windows 2000/XP
– You may need administrator rights to install certain software.
For more information, see Windows documentation.
WA R N I NG :
If incorrect software monitor settings are used, your display may become
unusable and
some
monitors can be permanently damaged. For more information, see
your monitor manual.