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AMD CrossFire™ (Multi-GPU) Technology

AMD CrossFire™ is a multi-GPU performance gaming platform. By linking together

two or more discrete GPUs, CrossFire™ can signi󰘰cant improve system graphics

performance. It allows the ability to scale a system’s graphics power as needed,

making it the most scalable gaming platform. This motherboard will automatically

detect CrossFire™ technology and make changes in the BIOS as needed. Follow the

instructions below to ensure a successful two-way CrossFire™ installation.

Install two AMD Radeon™ HD graphics cards into the PCI_E2 & PCI_E5

expansion slots.

With the two cards installed, a CrossFire™ Video Link cable(optional) is required

to connect the graphics cards. Attach one side of the cable on each of the cards

by way of the metal contacts (please refer to the picture below). Please note that

although two graphics cards have been installed, only the display ports on the

graphics card installed in the 󰘰rst PCIe x16 slot will work. All displays should be

connected to this graphics card.

Important

Please ensure that all graphics cards used in CrossFire™ mode are of the same

brand and speci󰘰cations. For best compatibility with the motherboard, MSI graphics

cards are recommended.

Make sure to connect an adequate power supply to the power connectors on the

graphics cards to ensure stable operation.

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CrossFire Video Link Cable

(optional)

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