Compaq PowerStorm 600 Hardware Manual
Compaq PowerStorm 600 Hardware Manual

Compaq PowerStorm 600 Hardware Manual

For the compaq professional workstation sp700
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Compaq PowerStorm 600
Graphics Controller
Hardware Guide for the Compaq Professional Workstation SP700
First Edition (March 1999)
Part Number 120259-XX1
DIGITAL Part Number EK-CMPPG-IG
Compaq Computer Corporation
Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required
Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments:
Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:28 AM

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  • Page 1 Part Number 120259-XX1 DIGITAL Part Number EK-CMPPG-IG Compaq Computer Corporation Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:28 AM...
  • Page 2 MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, GOOD TITLE AND AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. This publication contains information protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Completing the Installation..................3-3 Removing the PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller ..........3-4 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:28 AM...
  • Page 4 Table 5-3 Video Output Port..................5-4 Table 5-4 Stereo Sync Output Port ................5-5 Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:28 AM...
  • Page 5: About This Guide

    When you are instructed to enter information, type the information and then press the Enter key. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:28 AM...
  • Page 6: Symbols In Text

    Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: a-frnt.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:28 AM...
  • Page 7: Getting Help

    Outside North America, call the nearest Compaq Technical Support Phone Center. Telephone numbers for world wide Technical Support Centers are listed on the Compaq website. Access the Compaq website by logging on to the Internet at www.compaq.com. Be sure to have the following information available before you call Compaq:...
  • Page 8: Compaq Website

    Operating system type and revision level Detailed, specific questions Compaq Website The Compaq website has information on this product as well as the latest drivers and Flash ROM images. You can access the Compaq website by logging on to the Internet at www.compaq.com.
  • Page 9: Introduction

    Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:57 AM...
  • Page 10 View volume clipping Local Display List storage and processing Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:57 AM...
  • Page 11: Powerstorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Requirements

    NT 4.0 driver and provides both GDI and OpenGL graphics compatibility. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: b-ch1 Introduction.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:57 AM...
  • Page 12: Preparing For Removal/Installation

    Handle cards as little as possible and by the edges only. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: c-ch2 Preparing for Installation.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:57 AM...
  • Page 13: Collecting Materials

    Collecting Materials Collect the following materials: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller NOTE: The PowerStorm 600 graphics controller includes a wide ribbon cable identified as the Vertex Bus cable that connects the geometry accelerator module and the graphics rendering module. CD containing the video driver for the Powerstorm 600 graphics...
  • Page 14: Installing/Removing The Hardware

    2. Open the workstation to gain access to the AGP and PCI expansion slots. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: d-ch3 Installing the Hardware.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:01 AM...
  • Page 15: Installing The Powerstorm 600 Graphics Controller

    NOTE: The connector of the vertex data bus cable can be installed in only one orientation. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: d-ch3 Installing the Hardware.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:01 AM...
  • Page 16: Completing The Installation

    Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: d-ch3 Installing the Hardware.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:01 AM...
  • Page 17: Removing The Powerstorm 600 Graphics Controller

    Chapter 4, “Installing the Software.” Removing the PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller To remove the PowerStorm 600 graphics controller, reverse the steps in the “Installing the PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller” section. CAUTION: Unplug the vertex cable from the module set before removing the PowerStorm 600 graphics controller.
  • Page 18: Installing The Software

    This chapter explains how to install the video drivers for your Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller. NOTE: The PowerStorm 600 graphics controller requires Service Pack 4a from Microsoft to be installed on your workstation. This software was provided with your workstation.
  • Page 19 “Configuring the Video Display.” Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: e-ch4 Installing the Software.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:01 AM...
  • Page 20: Configuring The Video Display

    Apply. IMPORTANT: Do not select the VGA version of the operating system. The video display runs in VGA mode when the driver for the PowerStorm 600 graphics controller is not running. 2. Click OK to close the System dialog.
  • Page 21 8. Click the Cancel button to close the Display Properties menu. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: e-ch4 Installing the Software.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:01 AM...
  • Page 22: Technical Information

    [email protected] A maximum [email protected] A maximum [email protected] A maximum Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: f-ch5 Technical Information.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:04 AM...
  • Page 23: Monitor Resolutions

    60-Hz vertical refresh. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: f-ch5 Technical Information.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:04 AM...
  • Page 24: Texture Processing

    Interfaces The PowerStorm 600 graphics controller has a video output and a Stereo Sync Output Port, as described in the following sections. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: f-ch5 Technical Information.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:04 AM...
  • Page 25: Video Output Port

    * Bidirectional Data (SDA) for DDC ** Data Clock (SCL) for DDC Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: f-ch5 Technical Information.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:04 AM...
  • Page 26: Stereo Sync Output Port

    Ground Ground +12V Stereo Sync No Connect Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: f-ch5 Technical Information.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 9:04 AM...
  • Page 27: Regulatory Compliance Notices

    Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: -appa Regulatory Compliance Notices.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:26 AM...
  • Page 28: Modifications

    This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: -appa Regulatory Compliance Notices.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:26 AM...
  • Page 29: Avis Canadien

    Immunity EN60950 (IEC950) - Product Safety Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: -appa Regulatory Compliance Notices.doc Last Saved On: 2/19/99 8:26 AM...
  • Page 30: Electrostatic Discharge

    Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: B Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: -appb Electrostatic Discharge.doc Last Saved On: 2/18/99 5:10 PM...
  • Page 31 Authorized Compaq Reseller. Compaq Confidential – Need to Know Required Writer: Carmen Wheatcroft Project: Compaq PowerStorm 600 Graphics Controller Hardware Guide Comments: B Part Number: 120259-XX1 File Name: -appb Electrostatic Discharge.doc Last Saved On: 2/18/99 5:10 PM...

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