Intergraph TD-325, TD-425 Targa 2000 Configuration Guide
TD-325, TD-425 Targa 2000
Configuration Guide for Value-Added Resellers
September 1997
DSA082910
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Contents
Preface .........................................................................................................................v
About This Document....................................................................................................v
Document Conventions..................................................................................................v
Finding Operating System Information.........................................................................vi
Finding Hardware Information .....................................................................................vi
Finding Additional Targa 2000 Information .................................................................vi
Finding Intergraph on the Internet ................................................................................vi
Getting Telephone Support..........................................................................................vii
Using the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service................................................................vii
Using the Intergraph FAXLink...................................................................................viii
1 Getting Started .........................................................................................................1
Setting Up System Hardware and Software....................................................................1
Taking Antistatic Precautions ........................................................................................1
Getting More Information..............................................................................................2
2 Installing a Targa 2000 RTX/DTX in a TD-325 ......................................................3
Install the Targa 2000 RTX/DTX Board........................................................................4
Change IRQ Settings.....................................................................................................4
Disable System Sounds..................................................................................................4
Install the Targa 2000 RTX/DTX Drivers......................................................................5
Verify the IRQ Settings ................................................................................................. 5
Create a Disk Drive Stripe Set .......................................................................................6
Install and Configure Video Editing Software................................................................7
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3 Installing a Targa 2000 RTX/DTX in a TD-425 ......................................................9
Disable On-Board Audio and Free IRQ Settings .......................................................... 10
Install or Reinstall the Graphics Adapters ....................................................................10
Install the Targa 2000 RTX/DTX Board......................................................................11
Install SCSI Controllers...............................................................................................11
Disable System Sounds................................................................................................12
Select Task Priorities...................................................................................................12
Disable Full Window Dragging ...................................................................................13
Configure Virtual Memory Settings.............................................................................13
Install the Targa 2000 RTX/DTX Drivers....................................................................14
Verify the IRQ Settings ...............................................................................................14
Create a Disk Drive Stripe Set .....................................................................................15
Install and Configure Video Editing Software..............................................................16
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Preface
The TD-325, TD-425 Targa 2000 Configuration Guide for Value-Added Resellers provides
help for value-added resellers who want to configure an Intergraph TD-324 or TD-425
system to use Truevision’s Targa 2000 DTX or Targa 2000 RTX expansion board.
CAUTION This document is intended only for value-added resellers. Do not distribute this document to
end-users.
About This Document
The TD-325, TD-425 Targa 2000 Configuration Guide for Value-Added Resellers is
organized as follows:
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Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” describes how to get ready to configure the TD-325 or TD425 deskside system to use a Targa 2000 board.
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Chapter 2, “Targa 2000 RTX/DTX in a TD-325 Deskside System,” describes how to
configure the TD-325 deskside system to use a Targa 2000 RTX/DTX board.
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Chapter 3, “Targa 2000 RTX/DTX in a TD-425 Deskside System,” describes how to
configure the TD-425 deskside system to use a Targa 2000 RTX/DTX board.
Document Conventions
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
CTRL+D Press a key while simultaneously pressing another key; for example, press
Commands, words, or characters that you key in literally.
Output displayed on the screen.
directories. You can type filenames and directory names in the dialog
boxes or the command line in lowercase unless directed otherwise.
CTRL and D simultaneously.
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Finding Operating System Information
For more detailed information on the Windows NT operating system, see the printed and
online Microsoft documentation delivered with the system:
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For information on installing Windows NT, see Start Here.
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For information on using Windows NT, see Start Here and online Help.
Finding Hardware Information
For information on setting up, configuring, and using the Intergraph TD-325 or TD-425
system, see the Intergraph documentation delivered with the system.
Finding Additional Targa 2000 Information
For information on installing and using Truevision’s Targa 2000 DTX or Targa 2000 RTX
expansion board, see the Truevision documentation delivered with the product.
Finding Intergraph on the Internet
You can find Intergraph on the Internet in the following ways:
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On the World Wide Web, visit Intergraph Online at http://www.intergraph.com.
From the home page, go to Drivers and Updates for the latest system software or
application software updates, or to Customer Services for information on available
customer services and support options.
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Using a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) program or Gopher program, visit
ftp.intergraph.com or gopher.intergraph.com.
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Get information from Intergraph’s email server at info@intergraph.com. Put help in
the body of the message (the subject line is ignored) to get information on such subjects
as Intergraph’s online services and where to get World Wide Web browsers.
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Participate in the Intergraph Customer Forum (ICF), a bi-directional gateway to the
USENET newsgroup comp.sys.intergraph. Anything posted to that group or sent to
comp-sys-intergraph@ingr.com is emailed to all subscribers. Incoming email
messages are also posted to the newsgroup. You can subscribe to the ICF via Intergraph
Online.
Getting Telephone Support
If you experience problems with your Intergraph product, or have questions about the
information in this document, you can contact Intergraph for help.
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In the United States, call the Customer Response Center at 1-800-633-7248 between the
hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except
holidays).
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Outside the United States, contact the Intergraph subsidiary or distributor from which
you purchased your Intergraph system or software.
Have the following information readily available when you call:
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Your service number, which identifies your site to Intergraph. The service number is
used for warranty or maintenance calls.
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Your Customer Personal Identification Number (CPIN). The CPIN is assigned to you
the first time you call the Customer Response Center, and is associated with your service
number for future call logging.
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The product’s name or model number.
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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.
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Your name and telephone number.
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A brief description of the question or problem.
Using the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, the Intergraph Bulletin Board Service (IBBS) is an
electronic forum for Intergraph customers to exchange information with Intergraph's
technical and marketing staff, and with other Intergraph customers. You can use the IBBS
to get technical support information, documentation and training information, programs, and
software updates and fixes. The IBBS is also available for you to give suggestions, make
inquiries, and report problems.
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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, dial the IBBS number, 1-205-730-8786. You can dial 1-205-730-6504
if you are using a 2,400 baud connection.
3. Mirror sites are maintained for locations outside the United States. Information on these
sites is available on Intergraph Online, Intergraph’s World Wide Web server.
4. When connected, respond to the login request by keying in your user ID. If you have not
connected before, key in new to create a user ID.
5. Follow the menus to find what you need. If you are new to computer bulletin boards, the
IBBS provides clear choices and plenty of online help. A text file that explains IBBS
commands and organization is available for you to download.
If you have trouble connecting to or using the IBBS, log a support request through the
Customer Response Center (product entry IBBS), send a fax to 1-205-730-1110, or leave a
message for the System Operator (Sysop) at 1-205-730-1413.
Using the Intergraph FAXLink
Use the Intergraph FAXLink to get technical support information by fax 24 hours a day, 7
days a week. From a touch-tone phone or fax machine phone:
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Call 1-800-240-4300 to get new user instructions, an index listing of available
documents, and an overview of the categories of available information.
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Call 1-205-730-9000 to order the documents (up to 5 per call).
Follow the prompts provided to locate and deliver the information you need.
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