IMPORTANT TIPS & TECHNIQUES

Properly powering your XFX graphics card.

Do not use a PCI-Express (6-Pin) Y-Splitter to split a single power source into two. If the graphics card
has two PCI-Express power ports, each will need its own independent connection to the power supply.
Connect TWO individual PCI Express (6-pin) power cables to each individual connector on the graphics card.

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Do not use a Standard IEEE (4-Pin) to PCI-Express (6-Pin) Y-Splitter to split a single power source into
Connect two individual Standard IEEE (4-Pin) power cables to each individual port on the graphics two. If the graphics card has two PCI-Express power ports, each will need its own independent
card using a converter to convert (Standard IEEE 4-Pin to PCI Express 6-Pin). connection to the power supply.
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Installing your XFX graphics card.
1 STEP ONE: Preprare your computer
Gound yourself! Static electricity can severely
damage electronic parts.
2 STEP TWO: Remove your existing graphics card
If you have an existing graphics card, remove the
retaining screw (if required) and any external power
cables. Gently pull the card out of the slot.
3 STEP THREE: Choose an expansion slot
Plugging your graphics card into an incorrect slot
could damage the card, your computer, or both.
Do not try to force a card into a slot that does
not accommodate it.
4 STEP FOUR: Insert new card
When handling the card, carefully hold it by its edge
and avoid touching the circuitry and gold contacts.
5 STEP FIVE: Reconnect the monitor cable
Reconnect any devices that were detached during
installation and then connect the monitor cable to
the new card.
1
• Before touching any electric parts, drain the static electricity from your body. You can do
this by touching the internal metal frame of your computer.
• Power off the computer and all attached devices such as monitors, printers, and external
components.
• Also unplug the power supply connector from the wall socket.
• Disconnect the monitor cable from the back of the computer.
• Remove your computer cover (In most cases this is held in place by several screws or clips -
you may need to consult your system manual or case manual for additional information.)
• Allow your computer to cool before touching any internal parts.
2
• If you have an existing graphics card, remove the retaining screw and any external power cables.
• Gently pull the card out of the slot.
(Some motherboards will have a security tab by the expansion slot (PCI-E, AGP, etc.) that is used to secure the graphics
card in place. If present, make sure the security tab is in the unlock position before removing the graphics card.)
3 the system to run through the hardware detection process. After the process is complete
• Before installing the new graphics card, make sure you have an appropriate expansion slot
available. Most PC systems offer PCI-E and PCI expansion slots for graphics cards. Older
systems may have a combination of AGP and PCI slots. If you are not sure about the expansion
slots on the motherboard, refer to the motherboard manual to help identify the slots. If the
graphics card has a dual slot bracket, make sure that two adjacent expansion slot panels are
open or space is available to accommodate it.
4
• Some XFX graphics cards have a support bar on the top of the card. The support bar can
also be used to handle the graphics card during installation.
• Use the graphics card bracket and support bar to help align the graphics card with the
expansion slot.
• Press firmly until the graphics card is secured into the slot.
• Make sure that the gold contacts of the graphics card are completely seated into the
expansion slot.
• Make sure that graphics card’s bracket fits snugly to the expansion slot opening and the
graphics card output connectors are completely visible from the outside of the system.
• Some XFX graphics cards may have an external power connector (4-pin, 6-pin, 8-pin, etc.)
The external power connector must be connected to the power supply. Please refer to the
“Important Tips and Techniques” on the “Quick Install Guide” for recommended power
connection. If you are unsure which power cable to use from the power supply, please refer
to the power supply or the system’s manual to identify the proper cable on the power supply.
• Replace the retaining screw (if required) to secure the bracket of the graphics card to the system.
5
• Reconnect any devices that you detached during installation and then connect the monitor
cable to the new card.
• Apply power to the system and boot.
• After the system boots into Windows, Windows will try to detect the new graphics card. Allow
Windows may need to reboot. After the system reboots, please insert the XFX Installation CD.
• It is recommended to install the graphics card drivers from the CD even if Windows installed
drivers for the graphics card. You may also download the latest drivers, if available, from
www.XFXforce.com to ensure optimal performance.
• For further information on installing the drivers, refer to the CD Installation Guide. The CD
includes the electronic versions of installation manual.
www.XFXforce.com See reverse for additional information.