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AMD Radeon™ HD 6450User GuidePart Number: 137-41820-10

4 Getting StartedAMD Radeon™ HD 6450 © 2010 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

Chapter 2Hardware InstallationThis chapter details how to install your AMD Radeon HD 6450 in your system.Installation OverviewThe installation of the

2. Unplug the computer's power cord, and then disconnect all cables from the backof the computer.Caution:Wait approximately 20 seconds after unpl

Figure 2–1 Possible Power Connection Locations on the Graphics Card1 Power supply2 Graphics card8. Fasten the graphics card securely to the back pan

8 Hardware InstallationAMD Radeon™ HD 6450 © 2010 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

Chapter 3Software InstallationThis chapter describes the installation of the software and drivers associated withyour AMD Radeon product.ATI Drivers

2. From the menu that appears, click Software Install.3. Follow the on-screen instructions. When prompted, select either Express orCustom .Not all sof

Chapter 4Display ConfigurationThis section describes how to configure the display and lists the available displayconnections.AMD Radeon HD 6450 Conne

Table 4–1 Display ConfigurationsDisplay Configuration Connection OptionsCRT (VGA) display•DVI-I connection and DVI-I-to-VGA adapter•DisplayPort conn

2. Plug the adapter into the connection from your AMD Radeon graphics card andtighten the thumbscrews (if there are any).3. Connect your display'

© 2010 Advanced Micro Devices Inc. All rights reserved.The contents of this document are provided in connection with Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (“AM

f. Click OK.14 Display ConfigurationAMD Radeon™ HD 6450 © 2010 Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.

Chapter 5Using Catalyst Control CenterCatalyst Control Center OverviewThe Catalyst Control Center software provides access to the display features of

Accessing the Catalyst Control Center HelpCatalyst Control Center Help provides information on the features and concepts ofyour AMD Radeon product. Yo

Chapter 6ReferenceThe following section offers troubleshooting tips and provides customer care,warranty, and compliance information.TroubleshootingNo

whether your product contains a defect, and whether your product is underwarranty.•AMD Customer Care is unable to assist with refunds, returns, or exc

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card isrequired to ensure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modific

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Compliance(European Union)This product was manufactured by Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.VCCI

KCC Certification Information (Korea)"Class B" Equipment (Household purpose info/telecommunications equipment)As this equipment has undergon

Product Environmental ComplianceThis product may carry a marking similar to those below that indicates its level ofcompliance with China RoHS standard

Important Safety InstructionsNote: This product is for use only with compatible UL-listed personal computers that have installationinstructions detail

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ContentsChapter 1 Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.1 System Requirement

6.3.3 CE Compliance Information (European Union) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Chapter 1Getting StartedBefore you begin installing your new AMD Radeon HD 6450, please make sure youhave the proper system requirements and have com

The emphasized numbers in bold are required for registration and free support.Figure 1–1 Sample Serial and Part NumbersUninstalling the Old Driver (

3. Click Device Manager. If you are using the Category View of the Control Panel,do one of the following:➭ For Windows Vista, click System and Mainten