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Note: This product is for use only with compatible UL-listed personal computers that have installation
instructions detailing user installation of this class of product.
Read all instructions before beginning installation. All safety and installation instructions should be read
before the product is installed or operated.
Retain all instructions. Safety, installation, and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
Heed all warnings. All warnings regarding the product and its operating instructions should be obeyed.
Use appropriate grounding.
Caution:
For continued protection against the risk of electric shock and fire, install this accessory only in products
equipped with a three-wire grounding plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This is a safety feature.
Do not remove the grounding pin of a three-pin plug.
Attach product securely. All product-securing screws or fasteners should be completely tightened in order to
provide continuous bonding between the product and the PC chassis, as appropriate.
Before you begin installing your new AMD FirePro™ S9000 graphics card (P/N: 102C480xx-xx), 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™ S9000 Minimum System Requirements
HardwareAll of the following:
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AMD Athlon™ or Intel Pentium® 4 CPU.
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512 MB RAM.
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Motherboard with available ×16 lane PCI Express® connection slot and correct
chipset driver.
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internet access for installation software.
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350-watt or better power supply with one PCIe® AUX 8-pin power connector.
The AMD FirePro™ S9000 has a maximum power consumption of 225 W.
For an up-to-date listing of certified power supplies, see support.amd.com/us/
certified/power-supplies/Pages/listing.aspx.
Operating
System
MonitorAny of the following:
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Considerations
Any of the following (32- or 64-bit):
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Windows Server® 2008R2 SP1
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Windows® 7
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Windows Vista®
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Linux®
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DisplayPort monitor.
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DVI monitor.
20 CFM measured from the heatsink outlet fins is required for adequate cooling.
Anything lower can result in damaging the card.
Chapter 1
Getting Started
1.2 Recording Serial Numbers
The serial number and 102 part number on the graphics card are required for product
registration and warranty (proof of purchase may be required). They are located on
a sticker on the back of the graphics card and are shown in boldface and underlined
in the illustration below.
Record these numbers in the space provided below and retain for future use.
1. Remove the graphics card from packing.
2. Locate the white label on the back of the graphics card.
This chapter details how to install your graphics accelerator in your system as well as
where to download associated software and drivers.
2.1 Installation Overview
Once you have determined that your system meets the minimum requirements,
perform the following tasks to install your new graphics accelerator. Detailed
installation instructions are provided in the following sections.
1. If you are replacing an existing graphics accelerator, uninstall the old graphics
driver and software.
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. Turn off and disconnect your computer system.
Chapter 2
3. If needed, remove any old graphics accelerator(s).
4. Install the new graphic accelerator.
5. Reassemble and connect your computer system and display(s).
6. Start the computer system and install the AMD FirePro™ drivers and
configuration software.
7. Restart the computer system.
2.2 Installing a PCI Express Graphics Card
Please read all installation instructions completely before you begin.
If your computer has on-board graphics, you may need to disable it through the BIOS
configuration. For more information, see your motherboard documentation.
Note: Always handle a graphics card with care when adding or removing it from
your system.
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Never twist or bend your card.
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Avoid interference from the card's fan housing with mechanical hinges or clips
inside your system's chassis.
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Make sure that the PCIe® card slot-locking mechanism on the motherboard is
unlocked or open before inserting or removing a card. Please consult your
motherboard manual for instructions, if necessary.
1. Turn off your computer, monitor(s), and other peripheral devices.