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HP VISUALIZE fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide for Windows NT and Windows 2000 Manufacturing Part Number: A5021-90015 Edition E0600 Printed in U.S.A. June 2000 © Copyright 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company. - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 2
Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett-Packard shall not - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 3
15 Creating Custom Driver Configurations 20 The Administration Panel 21 The Gamma Correction Panel 21 The Settings Panel 21 The Customize Video Formats Panel 22 Stereo Vision 26 Troubleshooting 27 Troubleshooting Video Problems 27 Diagnostics Tool 29 Troubleshooting Performance Problems 30 - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 4
Contents 4 - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 5
web site: • HP Visualize Personal Workstation product specifications: http://www.hp.com/go/visualize • HP Visualize Personal Workstation and HP Visualize fx graphics card white papers: http://www.hp.com/go/visualize/support/library/literature.html • Latest drivers, FAQs, and support information: http - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 6
shocks, do not open the power supply. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. This HP Visualize Personal Workstation is a class 1 laser product. Do not attempt to make any adjustment to the laser units. Before handling any HP Visualize fx Graphics Card, first wait until the board has cooled - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 7
be installed by computer-knowledgeable customers who carefully read and follow the instructions provided. Customers who elect to have the product installed by our History The revision history for each edition of the manual is listed below: Edition. Revision History E0300. First Printing E0600. - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 8
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1 HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards This chapter contains information on how to configure, update and troubleshoot your HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards. Chapter 1 9 - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 10
of your graphics. The HP Visualize fx graphics subsystem occupies the Advanced Graphics Port (AGP) slot in your Personal Workstation. It brings you: • SDRAM integrated frame buffer and texture memory. • Full OpenGL 1.1 hardware features and extensions support. • Hardware accelerated texture mapping. - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 11
Internet, you can find a backup copy of the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 driver on the HP CD-ROM provided with your Personal Workstation. The version number of this driver may be different from the one preloaded on your Personal Workstation. However, HP recommends that you obtain the latest version from - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 12
. Moreover, the information contained in the README file supersedes any information contained in this manual. To update the driver, follow these instructions: 1. Download the driver from HP's web site to a temporary folder on your hard disk. For example, C:\TEMP\fxDRV\ 2. Run the executable file to - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 13
on Display. On Windows 2000 systems, there are two extra steps: click on Settings and then click Advanced. When the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 driver is installed, the Display Properties dialog box contains five extra panels: About Options Administrator Gamma Correction Customize Video Formats Click - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 14
fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver The About Panel The About panel (below) displays useful information, including the version of the driver, OpenGL version and extensions, and the amount of frame buffer memory and available texture memory. 14 Chapter 1 - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 15
fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver The Options Panel Driver Basic Configuration Configure the driver for the application you are using by selecting the application name in the Application group box (see above). If your application is not listed, select - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 16
Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver Application Box Table 1-1 Driver Advanced Configurations Option Compatibility setting becomes active when the user manually modifies one or more settings. For more information refer to "Creating Custom Driver Configurations" in a subsequent - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 17
fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver Option Fast Buffer Swapsa Fast Clearsa Object Space Lighting Optimize DL Execution Description Fast Buffer Swaps take advantage of HP's multi-buffer hardware. The hardware has a physical front and back buffer that - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 18
figuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver Option Description RasterPos default Windows 2000 cursor, these options may cause problems between the cursor and OpenGL applications. If you to applications. Note that stereo timing is only supported in True Color screen formats less than 1600×1200 - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 19
Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver Option Description Hardware Accumulation This option enables a special hardware accelerated implementation of the accumulation buffer. It speeds up advanced features such as scene anti-aliasing - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 20
this option enabled, non-planar quads are not guaranteed to be rendered correctly. Creating Custom Driver Configurations The Options panel allows you to create customized driver configurations for the HP Visualize fx graphics card. These configurations appear in the Application group box. To create - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 21
and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver Delete Button Allows you to delete a to view all combinations of colors, desktop area, and refresh frequency currently configured for the HP Visualize fx graphics card. If you select a mode, click Test to see if your choice - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 22
Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver The Customize Video Formats Panel The Customize Video Formats tab allows you to manipulate the list of video formats reported to the system. You can - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 23
Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver panel under Display Properties1. All video formats are available for True Color mode (32 bits per pixel) and 65536 color mode (16 bits per pixel). - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 24
and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver New Video Format Pressing the New button pixel clock. From this information, the basic video timing information is generated. A device that supports the GTF should be able to display this format as long as it is within the - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 25
fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Configuring the HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Driver The dialog box will not allow a video format that exceeds the display capabilities of the graphics card. Selecting the Custom mode and pressing the Customize - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 26
HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Stereo Vision Stereo Vision The stereo modes cause the display to alternate between the left and right images in - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 27
HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Troubleshooting Troubleshooting This section describes how to troubleshoot problems that may arise with your graphics subsystem. It also provides some tips on how to improve the graphics performance. Troubleshooting Video Problems PROBLEM: At boot time, - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 28
rate selected. If the monitor does not support the selected resolution, boot in VGA and then change your settings. Run the diagnostics tool. Check that you are using the correct video driver. The video driver version is displayed in the About panel. This problem may occur if you have just changed - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 29
HP Visualize fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Troubleshooting PROBLEM: The computer boots correctly in VGA and Hi-resolution mode, but visual anomalies are observed using applications. Table 1-6 Solution Explanation The driver may not be optimized for the application used. Open Display Properties, - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 30
fx5 and fx10 Graphics Cards Troubleshooting PROBLEM: Graphics performance is below expectations Table 1-7 3. Point to HP Diagnostics. 4. Click on HP Visualize fx Diagnostics Troubleshooting Performance Problems Solution Explanation Check the HP web site for an updated driver version for your - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 31
A Regulatory Information 31 - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 32
Conformity according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Hewlett edition with A1+A2+A3+A4+A11 HP Fort Collins CCQD HTC Supplementary information: workstation configuration. Fort Collins, CO, USA For Compliance Information ONLY, contact: European Contact: Your local Hewlett-Packard Sales and Service - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 33
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications FCC Compliance Tests were conducted with HP-supported peripheral devices and HP shielded cables, such as those you manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. Appendix A - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 34
Regulatory Information FCC Class B Statement Notice for Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la Class B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Notice for Taiwan Notice for Korea Notice for Japan (Class B) 34 Appendix A - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 35
type or of an equivalent model. If this accessory is purchased and used together with an HP Visualize Personal Workstation, it will be covered by the warranty of this computer or workstation, under the same conditions of service and duration. Please refer to the warranty statement provided with your - HP Workstation x2000 | fx5 and fx10 Configuration Guide - Page 36
Regulatory Information Hardware Warranty 36 Appendix A
HP VISUALIZE fx5 and fx10
Configuration Guide
for Windows NT and Windows 2000
Manufacturing Part Number: A5021-90015
Edition E0600 Printed in U.S.A. June 2000
© Copyright 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company.