Intergraph Intense3D Wildcat 3510 User's Guide
Intense3D
Wildcat 3510 Graphics
Hardware User’s Guide
June 1999
D1AV00050
Copyright
1999 Intense3D, Inc. All rights reserved. This document contains information protected by copyright, trade secret, and trademark
law. This document may not, in whole or in part, be reproduced in any form or by any means, or be used to make any derivative
work, without written consent from Intense3D.
Use, duplication, or disclosure by the United States Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subdivision (c)(1)(ii) of the
rights in technical data and computer software clause at DFARS 252.227-7013. Unpublished rights are reserved under the copyright
laws of the United States.
Intense3D, Inc., Huntsville AL 35894-0001
Notice
Information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be considered a commitment by Intense3D.
Intense3D shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors in, or omissions from, this document. Intense3D sh all not be liable for
incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing or use of this document.
All warranties given by Intense3D about equipment or software are set forth in your purchase contract. Nothing stated in, or implied
by, this document or its contents shall be considered or deemed a modification or amendment of such warranties.
Trademarks
Intense3D and the Intense3D logo are registered trademarks and Wildcat is a trademark of Intense3D, Inc. Microsoft and Windows
NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Other
brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.
FCC/DOC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are d esigned to pr ovide reasonable protectio n against harmful interference when the equip ment is operated in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If the equipment is not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, try to correct the interference as follows: reorient or relocate the affected device; increase the separation between this
equipment and the affected device; connect this equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from the circuit to which the affected
device is connected; consult a dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil
numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigencies du Règlement sur le materiél brouilleur du Canada.
Warnings
Changes or modifications made to the system that are not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not attempt to open the equipment unless instructed. Do not use a tool for purposes other
than instructed.
Notes
This device is designed and manufactured to comply with approved safety standards for information processing and business
equipment.
Read all operating instructions before using this device. Keep these instructions for future reference. Follow all warnings on the
device or in the operating instructions.
Contents
Preface........................................................................................................................ ..................... v
About This Document.......................................................................................................................v
Document Conventions..................................................................................................................... v
Operating System Information.......................................................................................................... v
Customer Support ............................................................................................................................ vi
1 Getting Started.............................................................................................................................1
System Requirements........................................................................................................................1
Features.............................................................................................................................................1
Hardware.......................................................................................................................................... 2
Driver Software................................................................................................................................ 2
Connecting Monitors........................................................................................................................ 2
Configuring the Video Display.........................................................................................................3
Enabling the Stereo Display............................................................................................................. 4
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Hardware and Software Support Services......................................................................... vi
World Wide Web .............................................................................................................. vi
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service..................................................................................... vi
Telephone.........................................................................................................................vii
More Support Options...................................................................................................... vii
2 Replacing and Upgrading the Wildcat 3510 Graphics Card.................................................. 5
Taking Antistatic Precautions........................................................................................................... 5
Collecting Materials and Tools......................................................................................................... 5
Removing and Installing Cards......................................................................................................... 6
Finishing the Installation...................................................................................................................7
Installing Driver Software.................................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting the Installation....................................................................................................... 8
3 Technical Information............................................................................................................... 11
Hardware Specifications................................................................................................................. 11
Monitor Resolutions.......................................................................................................................11
VGA Video Display Support.......................................................................................................... 12
Texture Processing ......................................................................................................................... 12
DDC and DPMS Support ............................................................................................................... 12
Interfaces........................................................................................................................................ 13
Video Output Port............................................................................................................ 13
Stereo Sync Output Port................................................................................................... 14
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Preface
The Intense3D Wildcat 3510 Graphics Hardware User’s Guide provides information and
technical specifications on the Intense3D Wildcat 3510 graphics accelerator.
About This Document
The Intense3D Wildcat 3510 Graphics Hardware User’s Guide is organized as follows:
♦ Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” introduces the Wildcat 3510 and its features, and describes how
to get started using the Wildcat 3510 in your workstation.
♦ Chapter 2, “Replacing and Upgrading the Wildcat 3510,” provides instructions for replacing
Wildcat 3510 hardware, installing cards, reinstalling driver software, and troubleshooting the
installation.
♦ Chapter 3, “Technical Information,” provides technical information about the Wildcat 3510.
Document Conventions
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Bold
Italic Variable values that you supply, or cross-references.
Monospace
SMALL CAPS Key names on the keyboard, such as D, ALT or F3; names of files and directories.
CTRL+D Press a key while simultaneously pressing another key; for example, press CTRL
Commands, words, or characters that you key in literally.
Output that displays on the screen.
You can type filenames and directory names in the dialog boxes or the command
line in lowercase unless directed otherwise.
and D simultaneously.
Operating System Information
For more detailed information on the Microsoft Windows NT® operating system, refer to the
printed and online Microsoft documentation delivered with the system.
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Customer Support
Intergraph Computer Systems offers an assortment of customer support options.
Hardware and Software Support Services
Intergraph Computer Systems provides a variety of hardware services for Intergraph and thirdparty equipment. Services include warranty upgrades, repair depot service, on-site hardware
maintenance, system administration, and network co nsulting. Hardware purchased from Intergraph
Computer Systems includes a factory warranty ranging from 30 days to three years. A detailed
warranty description is available on the World Wide Web; see the Support pages at
http://www.intergraph.com/ics.
Intergraph Computer Systems provides complimentary software support for 30 or 90 days
following shipment of a hardware or software product. This includes World Wide Web access,
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service access, and telephone (Help Desk) support. At the end of the
complimentary support period, you can purchase other levels of software support.
World Wide Web
You can visit Intergraph Computer Systems’ Support page on the World Wide Web at
http://www.intergraph.com/ics. On these pages, you can get news and product information,
technical support information, software updates and fixes, and more.
For the latest Intense3D news and product information, visit Intense3D on the World Wide Web at
http://www.intense3d.com.
Intergraph Bulletin Board Service
On the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service (IBBS), you can get technical support information,
software updates and fixes, and more.
To connect to the IBBS:
1. Set your system’s communications protocol for eight (8) data bits, no parity, one (1) stop bit,
and any baud rate up to 14,400.
2. Using a modem, call 1-256-730-8786. Outside the United States, call one of the mirror sites
listed on World Wide Web; see the Software Support pages at http://www.intergraph.com.
3. At the login prompt, key in your user ID. If you have not connected before, key in new to
create a user ID.
4. Follow the menus to find what you need. The IBBS provides clear choices and online help.
If you have trouble conne cting to or using the IBBS, call the Customer Response Center at
1-800-633-7248 (product entry IBBS) or leave a message for the IBBS System Operator at
1-256-730-1413.
Telephone
To get customer support by telephone:
♦ In the United States, call the Customer Response Center at 1-800-633-7248 between the hours
♦ Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or
Have the following information available when you call:
♦ Your service number, which identifies your site to Intergraph Computer Systems. You use
♦ Your Customer Personal Identification Number (CPIN). You get a CPIN the first time you
♦ The product’s name or model number.
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of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays).
distributor.
your service number for warranty or maintena nce calls.
call the Customer Response Center; it is associated with your service number for future call
logging.
♦ The product’s serial number. Software product serial numbers are included in the product
packaging. Hardware product serial numbers are on a sticker affixed to the hardware product.
♦ Your name and telephone number.
♦ A brief description of the question or problem.
More Support Options
For information on more customer support options:
♦ Visit the Support pages on the World Wide Web at http://www.intergraph.com/ics.
♦ For hardware support questions in the United States, call 1-800-763-0242.
♦ For software support questions in the United States, call 1-800-345-4856.
♦ Outside the United States, contact your local Intergraph Computer Systems subsidiary or
distributor.
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