Chapter 5
Reference
This chapter provides notices, troubleshooting tips, and customer care, warranty, and
standards-compliance information.
5.1 Workstation Card Troubleshooting
The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems.
More troubleshooting information can be found using the knowledgebase on the AMD
Web site at
http://support.amd.com/
.
5.1.1 Computer does not boot up properly.
Verify that the installation instructions were properly followed. In particular, if
external power is required, make sure that the external power cable (or cables) is
properly connected.
Check that the card is properly installed in your system and connected to your
monitor.
If you have problems during start-up, restart your computer in Safe Mode.
Check the system configuration utility of your operating system for the interrupt
assignments.
Contact AMD’s Customer Care or your local technical support.
5.1.2 There is no display.
Make sure the card is seated properly in its slot. If external power is required, make
sure that the external power cable (or cables) is properly connected to the card.
Make sure that the monitor cable is securely fastened to the card.
Make sure that the monitor and computer are plugged in and receiving power.
If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your motherboard. For more
information, consult your computer’s manual or manufacturer.
Note:
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Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or to
become the secondary display.
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If your system has built-in graphics capabilities, make sure that you uninstall
the associated driver to prevent conflicts with AMD graphics drivers.
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