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.
13.
If needed, install the second graphics card in the same manner as the first.
Note:
Graphics cards must be separated by at least one empty expansion slot
for proper air flow.
Figure 2–1 Dual-card Installation
14.
Make sure no internal cables are interfering with components inside the
computer (for example, a cooling fan), and then replace the computer cover.
15.
Reconnect any cables that you have disconnected during installation, and then
plug in the computer's power cord.
16.
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 R9 295X2 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.
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