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- Page 2 Before using this information and the product it supports, read the information in “Safety Information” on page v and “Appendix B. Notices” on page 25. © International Business Machines Corporation 2000. All rights reserved. Note to U.S. Government Users Restricted Rights--Use, duplication or disclosure restricted by GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1. Overview . Software Requirements . Chapter 2. Preparing for Installation . Checking Prerequisites Chapter 3. Installing Device Driver Software Chapter 4. Installing the POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter Installing the Adapter . Troubleshooting . 11 Checking Cables . - Page 4 VCCI Statement . . 23 Radio Protection for Germany . . 23 Appendix B. Notices . 25 Reader’s Comments — We’d Like to Hear From You . . 27 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 5: Safety Information
Safety Information DANGER An electrical outlet that is not correctly wired could place hazardous voltage on metal parts of the system or the devices that attach to the system. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the outlet is correctly wired and grounded to prevent an electrical shock. - Page 6 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 7: Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices Attention: Static electricity can damage this device and your system unit. To avoid damage, keep this device in its anti-static protective bag until you are ready to install it. To reduce the possibility of electrostatic discharge, follow the precautions listed below: v Limit your movement. - Page 8 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 9: About This Book
About This Book Use this book with your system unit documentation to install the POWER GXT4000P or the POWER GXT6000P graphics adapter with its associated device driver software. ISO 9000 ISO 9000 registered quality systems were used in the development and manufacturing of this product. - Page 10 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 11: Chapter 1. Overview
Refer to the PCI Adapter Placement Reference for supported system units and supported slot locations. Figure 1. POWER GXT6000P Top View; (POWER GXT4000P does not include shaded technology) Note: Be sure to retain your proof of purchase as it might be required to receive warranty service. - Page 12 – Stencil test – Alpha test – Blending – Dithering v Texture mapping: – 108MB Texture Memory (1280x1024) – Dual Textures – 3D Texture – Texture Color Table v Display resolution: POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 13: Software Requirements
Hardware Geometry Acceleration and Lighting Software Requirements The POWER GXT4000P and the POWER GXT6000P are supported on AIX Version 4.3.3 with AIX 4.3.3.0-05 Recommended Maintenance package. If support is required on an AIX release other than AIX 4.3.3, ensure that this adapter is supported on that release of AIX prior to installation. - Page 14 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 15: Chapter 2. Preparing For Installation
Chapter 2. Preparing for Installation This chapter helps you prepare to install the POWER GXT4000P or the POWER GXT6000P graphics adapter. Note: If AIX is not installed on your system unit, install your graphics adapter before you install the operating system. (See “Chapter 4. Installing the POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter”... - Page 16 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 17: Chapter 3. Installing Device Driver Software
If you should install your graphics adapter hardware first, go to “Chapter 4. Installing the POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter” on page 9. When you install AIX, your graphics adapter device driver automatically installs. To install the device driver software on an AIX system, do the following: 1. - Page 18 15. Remove the installation media from the drive. 16. Press F10 to exit SMIT. 17. Go to graphics adapter install procedure, “Chapter 4. Installing the POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter” on page 9. POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 19: Chapter 4. Installing The Power Gxt4000P And Power Gxt6000P Graphics Adapter
This chapter explains how to install the graphics adapter. Before you begin, be sure you have read “Handling Static-Sensitive Devices” on page vii. Attention: Do not remove the POWER GXT4000P or POWER GXT6000P adapter from its anti-static package at this time. - Page 20 Note: If you are planning to run applications such as OpenGL 1.2, GLX 1.3, graPHIGS, or X 11R6, be sure to install the appropriate level of the licensed program after you install the POWER GXT4000P or POWER GXT6000P Adapter. POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
Type the following: lslpp -l all | grep GXT4000P Press Enter. 2. If the POWER GXT4000P device driver is installed, the following is an example of the data that displays if you are running AIX Version 4.3.3: devices.pci..X11 4.3.3.0 COMMITTED AIXwindows GXT4000P devices.pci..diag 4.3.3.0 COMMITTED GXT4000P Graphics... -
Page 22: Verifying Aix Hardware Installation
GXT6000P adapter, type the following: lsdev -Cs pci Press Enter. 2. If the POWER GXT4000P or POWER GXT6000P adapter did install, the following is an example of the data that displays on your screen if installing the POWER GXT4000P adapter: Available 04-02 GXT4000P Graphics Adapter 3. -
Page 23: Chapter 5. Display Information
4. From the System Management screen, select Devices and press Enter. 5. Select Graphic Displays and press Enter. 6. Select Select the Display Type. 7. Select the POWER GXT4000P or POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter and press Enter. 8. Press PF4 for a list of Display Types supported. - Page 24 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 25: Chapter 6. Software Application Considerations
Chapter 6. Software Application Considerations This chapter discusses operating system tasks related to the POWER GXT4000P or POWER GXT6000P graphics adapters. Starting the Server in Overlay and Color Planes The X server can create windows in a separate set of frame buffer planes called overlays . - Page 26 Because the X server and graPHIGS are both running in the color planes, graPHIGS must handle exposure events from manipulating the X windows, forcing more graPHIGS redraws. POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
- Page 27 If the application chooses to create its own window and it is not the top-level window, a Window Manager Install property must be added when creating the window. This property allows a color map to be installed for the graPHIGS child window in the overlays and is created to support echoes.
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Page 29: Chapter 7. Stereo-Ready System Unit, Sync And Power-Supplied
Chapter 7. Stereo-Ready System Unit, Sync and Power-Supplied The POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P graphics adapter are stereo-ready (sync- and power-supplied) and require attachment of a stereo device such as StereoGraphics CrystalEyes Stereoscopic System. This system comes complete with eyewear (model CE-PC) and emitter (ENT REV B or higher). -
Page 30: Using The X_Stereo Environment Variable
Note: Omission of this step trips the fuse. To reset a tripped fuse, power off the system unit and wait approximately 15 minutes for the fuse to return to its base value. The following table lists only the stereo options supported by POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P. Option... -
Page 31: Appendix A. Communications Statements
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement Note: The POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P have been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 32: European Union (Eu) Statement
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide... -
Page 33: Vcci Statement
Radio Protection for Germany Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt in Übereinstimmung mit dem deutschen EMVG vom 9.Nov.92 das EG–Konformitätszeichen zu führen. Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die IBM Germany. Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN 55022 Klasse B. Appendix A. Communications Statements... - Page 34 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 35: Appendix B. Notices
Appendix B. Notices This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. The manufacturer may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult the manufacturer’s representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to the manufacturer’s product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used. - Page 36 POWER GXT4000P and POWER GXT6000P Graphics Adapter: Installation and Using Guide...
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Page 37: Reader's Comments - We'd Like To Hear From You
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- Page 40 Part Number: 09P0887 Printed in the United States of America on recycled paper containing 10% recovered post-consumer fiber. October 2000 SA23-1236-00...