Chapter 1
Getting Started
Before you begin installing your new AMD FirePro W600 graphics card, please make
sure you have the proper system requirements and have completed the required
preinstallation tasks as outlined in this chapter.
1.1 System Requirements
Table 1–1 AMD FirePro W600 System Requirements
Hardware
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AMD Athlon™/AMD Opteron™ or IntelPentium® 4/Xeon processor.
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128 MB of system memory; 256 MB or more recommended for best performance.
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Motherboard with available ×16 lane PCI Express® connection slot
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Internet access for software installation.
Operating System
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32- or 64-bit Windows® 7
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32- or 64-bit Windows Vista®.
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32- or 64-bit Linux®
Monitor
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DisplayPort display.
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DVI digital flat-panel (DFP) display.
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HDMI™ display (using third-party adapter).
Note: This product is not tested or certified on Windows® XP, which supports a
maximum of two displays.
1.2 Performing a Quick Installation
Experienced users and system administrators can follow these brief instructions for
installing this AMD FirePro product.
Other users should refer to the detailed installation instructions, starting with
Chapter 2 Hardware Installation (p. 5).
1. Uninstall the drivers and software for any installed graphics card(s).
Note: If you are using a motherboard containing an on-board graphics solution
and do not intend to use it as part of a multiple monitor display, disable it.
2. Shut down and disconnect your computer system.
3. Remove any installed graphics card(s).
4. Install your new AMD FirePro graphics card.
5. Reassemble and connect your computer system.
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2012 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD FirePro W600
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