HP Kayak XW 04xx HP Kayak XU Series 04xx, HP Visualize Fx6 Configuration and - Page 22

HP VISUALIZE fx6 Graphics Board Configuration and Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting The computer boots correctly in VGA and High-resolution mode, but visual anomalies are observed using applications. Solution The driver may not be optimized for the application used. Open Display Properties, select the Options panel, and select the appropriate application. For more information, see Driver Basic Configuration, on page 13. Explanation When an application is selected, the driver settings are automatically configured for optimum performance and visual comfort for that application. Run the diagnostics tool. For more information on the diagnostics tool, see Diagnostics Tool, on page 22. Check the HP Web site for an updated driver version for your application. http://www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport HP frequently updates the HP VISUALIZE fx6 driver to incorporate feature and performance enhancements, or to fix problems found when running specific applications. WARNING Diagnostics Tool Your preloaded software includes a diagnostics tool to test your HP VISUALIZE fx6 graphics board. This tool is also available on the HP CD-ROM provided with your PC Workstation and on the HP Web site: http://www.hp.com/go/kayaksupport The diagnostics tests include an in-depth check of the graphics ASICS, frame buffer and texture module (if present). To run the diagnostics tools you must start Windows NT in VGA mode. To run the diagnostics tool: 1 Shut down Windows NT and restart in VGA mode. You may receive a message saying that the current display settings are not valid. Click OK, and then click the Cancel button in the Display Properties dialog box. 2 Click the Start button. 3 Point to Programs. 22 English