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CHAPTER 1:
CrossFire™ FAQ
The following is a listing of frequently-asked questions about CrossFire™.
For the latest information, please consult the CrossFire™ Web site at:
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What combination of products are required to build a working
CrossFire™ system?
Three components are required:
• a CrossFire™ Edition graphics card that works as the Master
graphics card.
• a CrossFire™ Ready graphics card from the same brand-family
that works as the Slave graphics card.
• a CrossFire™ Ready motherboard (which contains two PCIe™
X16 slots).
More information on the requirements for each of these components can
be found within this FAQ.
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What graphics cards work with CrossFire™?
A CrossFire™ graphics card works with all members of the same brand-
family. Thus a Radeon® X850 CrossFire™ Edition can be used as the
Master graphics card with any Radeon® X850 product.
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What motherboards support CrossFire™?
The optimal configuration for a CrossFire™ system is one based on a
Radeon® Xpress 200 CrossFire™ Edition motherboard. Motherboards
from other manufactures will be certified as CrossFire™ Ready when
they become available.
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Are there specific CMOS motherboard settings for CrossFire™?
