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Matrox Millenium User Manual

Matrox Millenium
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Matrox Graphics Architecture
Installation Guide
10425-101-0310
1997.02.04
ENGLISH
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Matrox Millenium Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMatrox
ModelMillenium
CategoryVideo Card
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Trademarks

Overview

Software Supplied with the Matrox Millennium

Lists software components included on the Matrox CD-ROM.

Software Installation

Describes the general process for installing software from the Matrox CD-ROM.

Using this document

On-line Documentation

Explains how to access additional documentation like Help files and PDF documents.

Quick hardware installation

Switch to the Standard VGA Driver

Steps to switch to VGA mode before installing the new graphics card.

Open your computer and remove your existing graphics card

Instructions for safely opening the computer and removing the old graphics card.

Choose a PCI expansion slot

Guidance on selecting the correct PCI slot for installing the graphics card.

Plug the Millennium card in

Detailed steps for physically installing the Matrox Millennium card into the PCI slot.

Connect the monitor

Instructions on connecting the monitor cable to the new graphics card.

Windows 95 software

Before Installing MGA PowerDesk Software for Windows 95

Pre-installation steps for installing MGA PowerDesk on Windows 95.

Installing MGA PowerDesk Software for Windows 95

Step-by-step guide to install MGA PowerDesk software on Windows 95.

Monitor settings

Display settings

MGA PowerDesk Folder

Describes the contents and access to the MGA PowerDesk folder in the Start menu.

Microsoft® DirectX™™

DirectX Installation Required!

Explains the necessity of installing Microsoft DirectX for optimal performance.

Direct3D Limitations

Discusses limitations of the Millennium card regarding 3D texture mapping.

Windows 3.1 software

Installation

Detailed instructions for installing Windows 3.1 software components.

Select a monitor

Guidance on selecting the correct monitor during the Windows 3.1 installation.

Select a start-up mode

Choosing the initial display mode for Windows 3.1.

Rebooting

The system reboot process after installation.

Windows 3.1 Software Documentation

Information on accessing Windows 3.1 documentation from the CD-ROM.

DynaView 2D for Windows 3.1

Details on installing and using the DynaView 2D driver for Windows 3.1.

DynaView 3D for Windows 3.1

Details on installing and using the DynaView 3D driver for Windows 3.1.

DPMS Screen Saver for Windows 3.1

Information about the DPMS Screen Saver for Windows 3.1.

DCI Video for Windows 3.1 Accelerator

Details on the DCI driver for video acceleration in Windows 3.1.

Uninstall

Instructions on how to remove MGA PowerDesk and DynaView software for Windows 3.1.

Windows NT software

Windows NT 4.0 Driver Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing drivers on Windows NT 4.0.

Windows NT 3.5 Driver Installation

Instructions for installing drivers on Windows NT 3.5.

Changing Resolutions

How to change display resolution settings in Windows NT.

MGA PowerDesk Control Panel

Overview of the MGA PowerDesk Control Panel features for Windows NT.

Monitor Configuration

Steps to configure monitor settings for Windows NT.

OS/2 software

Driver Installation

Instructions for installing the OS/2 driver.

Changing Resolutions

How to change display resolution settings in OS/2.

MGA Settings Utility

Description of the MGA Settings utility for OS/2.

Monitor Configuration

Steps to configure monitor settings for OS/2.

AutoCAD and MicroStation for DOS software

Installing the DOS Utilities and Monitor Selection

Installing DOS utilities and selecting monitors for CAD.

Installing the AutoCAD DynaView Driver for DOS

Installing the AutoCAD DynaView driver for DOS.

Installing the MicroStation PC Driver

Installing the MicroStation PC driver.

CAD Software Documentation

Information on accessing CAD driver documentation.

Supported VESA modes

Display information

Plug-and-Play Monitor Support

Hardware information

Global Information

General product information, memory upgrades, and technical features.

Default Settings

Default video mode and memory map settings.

Electrical Specifications

Electrical specifications including voltage and current.

Video Specifications

Video specifications and connector types.

Mechanical Specifications

Mechanical dimensions and technology of the card.

Environmental Specifications

Operating and storage environmental conditions.

Hardware Settings

Information on Plug-and-Play and DIP switch settings.

Switch 2: VGA Enable/Disable Switch

Explanation of the VGA enable/disable switch for dual-screen configurations.

Connector Pinouts

Troubleshooting

Computer Doesn't Boot After Millennium Card is Installed

Solutions for when the computer fails to boot after installing the graphics card.

Wrong Color Balance, Screen Image Off-Center, or No Picture at All

Troubleshooting steps for display issues like color imbalance, centering, or blank screens.

After the Startup Screen, Monitor Doesn't Display Properly

Resolving startup display issues like rolling or overlapping screen images.

Other Device Doesn't Work Properly After Millennium Card is Installed

Solutions for when other devices malfunction after installing the graphics card.

After Game for Windows 95 Starts, Monitor Doesn't Display Properly

Resolving display problems that occur after launching a game in Windows 95.

Game for Windows 95 Doesn't Start or Runs Slower Than Normal

Diagnosing and fixing issues with games not starting or running slowly.

Program for Windows 95 Doesn't Run Properly or Stops Running

Troubleshooting programs that fail to run or stop unexpectedly in Windows 95.

Screen Image Defects Appear in Windows 95

Addressing screen image defects, such as improperly drawn mouse cursors, in Windows 95.

MGA Software for Windows 3.1 Doesn't Install Properly

Solutions for problems encountered during MGA software installation for Windows 3.1.

DOS / Super VGA (VESA) Program Doesn't Work Properly

Addressing issues with DOS programs that use VESA Super VGA.

AutoCAD for DOS Doesn't Work Properly

Troubleshooting AutoCAD for DOS when environment variables are not set correctly.

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