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The video provides a comprehensive guide on installing and optimizing the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT graphics card. It begins with system preparation, including downloading drivers from AMD and a Display Driver Uninstaller (DDU) from wagnardsoft.com, and booting into safe mode to cleanly uninstall old drivers. The process of ensuring a clean installation of new graphics drivers using DDU is detailed, with emphasis on preventing Windows from auto-downloading drivers and managing chipset drivers correctly.
The video proceeds with steps for physically removing the old graphics card, such as disconnecting cables, turning off the power supply, and grounding oneself to avoid electrostatic discharge. Important details include how to safely detach the PCIE cable, unscrew and remove the video card, and handle components carefully.
The installation of the new graphics card involves removing protective covers, aligning and securing the card into the PCIE slot, and correctly connecting the power supply. Users switching from onboard video to a dedicated graphics card are advised to connect display cables directly to the new card, which offers multiple port options.
The setup continues with installing the AMD driver, adjusting display settings for optimal performance, and accessing AMD Software Adrenalin Edition to customize graphics settings. Features like video profiles, color settings, and game recording options are explored.
Finally, the presenter discusses optimizing game performance with AMD tools like Radeon Super Resolution, Radeon Anti-Lag, and FreeSync, among others. The video concludes with an overview of optimizing graphics settings and an introduction to streaming, performance tuning, and overclocking. Future videos on system-building with the new card are hinted at.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, the creator demonstrates how to install the AMD Radeon RX 7900 XT graphics card. The steps include preparing your system, removing the old graphics card, installing the new one, and setting up drivers. The initial preparation involves downloading necessary drivers from the AMD website and a display driver uninstaller (DDU) from wagnardsoft.com. Instructions are provided for booting into safe mode by right-clicking the start button, selecting restart while holding down the shift key, and navigating through troubleshoot and startup settings. Once in safe mode, the video guides you to extract and run DDU to cleanly uninstall old display drivers.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the presenter explains the process of ensuring a clean installation of new graphics drivers using DDU (Display Driver Uninstaller). Key actions include selecting the option to prevent Windows from downloading drivers automatically, which provides a clear foundation for installing new drivers, and selecting the appropriate GPU manufacturer (e.g., NVIDIA, AMD, Intel) for driver removal. The presenter emphasizes the importance of correctly managing chipset drivers, especially if using an AMD chipset, to avoid accidental removal. Steps are also outlined to clean and shutdown the system in preparation for installing a new graphics card.
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In this part of the video, the presenter explains how to safely remove a video card from a computer. The steps include disconnecting all cables, turning off the power supply, and grounding oneself to avoid electrostatic discharge. After removing the side panel, the presenter advises touching the power supply or a bare metal part to discharge any static electricity. The actual process of removing the video card involves detaching the PCIE cable by pressing its clip, unscrewing the card while supporting it to prevent it from falling, and unlocking the PCIE slot mechanism. The presenter also mentions handling the card carefully to avoid damaging components. Finally, any protective plastic on the new card should be removed before installation.
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In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates the installation of a graphics card into a computer. First, they remove the plastic or rubber cover from the PCIE portion of the card. They describe how to unlock the PCIE slot by pressing down on it. The card is carefully aligned and slid into the slot, ensuring the metal pieces on the back fit between the case and the motherboard. Once the card is in position, it clicks into place, and the presenter screws it in to secure it.
Next, the presenter connects the power supply to the card using the required PCIE connections, emphasizing the importance of not daisy-chaining them to avoid potential issues. They demonstrate connecting either an eight-pin or a six plus two PCIE connector, ensuring the locking mechanism clicks into place securely.
They also highlight a crucial step for those switching from onboard video to a dedicated graphics card: users should connect their display cables directly to the ports on the new graphics card instead of the onboard video ports. The graphics card features two DisplayPort connections, one HDMI, and a Type-C connection. After connecting the HDMI cable and turning the power supply back on, they proceed to power up the system and return to Windows to continue setup.
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In this part of the video, the presenter walks through installing the AMD driver, explaining that after installation, it’s normal for the fan to stop spinning until the system heats up. They advise adjusting display settings to match the monitor’s maximum hertz for optimal performance. After setting up display settings, they demonstrate accessing the AMD Software Adrenalin Edition, highlighting features like video profiles, color settings, and various game and video recording options. The segment emphasizes maximizing performance and customizing graphics settings through the software.
00:15:00
In this part of the video, the presenter outlines how to optimize game performance using various AMD tools. Important features such as Radeon Super Resolution, Radeon Anti-Lag, Radeon Chill, Radeon Boost, and image sharpening are discussed. The setup also includes enabling FreeSync, adjusting GPU scaling, and configuring audio and video settings. The presenter highlights AMD noise suppression for reducing background noise and mentions hotkeys and accounts setup for social media and streaming platforms. The video also covers recording, live streaming, VR streaming, performance tuning, and overclocking. Finally, the presenter recaps how to prepare, install, and configure a new video card and hints at upcoming videos on building systems with a new graphics card.