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ASRock AOD790GX/128M Motherboard
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This motherboard supports CrossFire TM feature. CrossFire TM technology offers the
most advantageous means available of combining multiple high performance Graphics
Processing Units (GPU) in a single PC. Combining a range of different operating
modes with intelligent software design and an innovative interconnect mechanism,
CrossFire
TM
enables the highest possible level of performance and image quality in
any 3D application. Currently CrossFire
TM
feature is supported with Windows
®
XP
with Service Pack 2 and Vista
TM
OS. Please check AMD website for ATI
TM
CrossFire
TM
driver updates.
1. If you plan to install only one PCI Express VGA card on this
motherboard, please install it on PCIE2 slot (Green). In this mode,
you do not need to adjust the default setting of ASRock SLI/XFire
Switch Card, and please do not remove or lose ASRock SLI/XFire
Switch Card when it is still in working condition.
2. For the information of the compatible CrossFire TM Mode PCI
Express VGA cards and CrossFire TM setup procedures, please refer
to “CrossFire
TM
Operation Guide” on page 18.
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Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in
a chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.