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ATI mach32 beta build 46, 11/04/92, Windows 3.1 driver release notes.
This is the latest build of the mach32 driver (and supporting files) for
Windows 3.1. It works with the GRAPHICS ULTRA PRO and the GRAPHICS ULTRA+
graphics accelerators. OEM mach32 based products may use this driver but
the features are dependent upon the configuration of the OEM board. This
build (46) provides the following support above the original shipped driver:
* Accelerated 24bpp color, now 25% faster than build 45.
Keep in mind 24 bit support is still beta, please email any problems to
ATI Driver Development.
Note: 640x480 24bpp requires 1MB of RAM minimum, 800x600 24bpp requires 2MB
of RAM.
* This build of the Mach32 driver is designed for ISA systems with more than
10MB of system memory, but will support any Graphics Ultra Pro (ISA) card.
* Aperture support for ISA systems regardless of the amount of system memory.
This means that you may use all the features of your mach32 board on an
ISA machine even if you have more than 12MB of system memory.
* Greater performance than previous builds.
1024x768 at 256 colors is now over 26 million winmarks (and still climbing)
* Bug fixes from build 45
Please use this beta version as such, newer versions of the driver will
be uploaded as they become available.
This driver is in beta form and has been released with no implied warranties
and or guarantees of functionality. Any questions or problem reports should
be addressed to ATI Driver Development via the ATI forum on Compuserve.
Files in this archive:
M32-30.DRV
M32-36.DRV
M32-38.DRV
M32-40.DRV
M32-46.DRV
M32-48.DRV
M32-80.DRV
M32-86.DRV
M32-88.DRV
M32-H0.DRV
M32-H6.DRV
M32-H8.DRV
MACH32.386
MACH32.DRV
VDDM32.386
The drivers enclosed in this archive are designed to run with Microsoft
Windows 3.1 and ATI Mach32 Accelerator cards.
To install these drivers please follow the instructions outlined below.
For Network Installations, please see "Network Installation" below.
*IMPORTANT: The Mach32 Windows 3.1 drivers must first be installed
from the ATI supplied Graphics Ultra Pro/+ diskettes. Please run
the INSTALL utility from diskette #1 to first install the Windows
3.1 drivers.
Easy Installation
-----------------
1) Run the INSTALL.BAT batch file in this archive. Specifying the path to
your Windows directory on the command line.
Example:
INSTALL C:\WINDOWS <enter>
2) After installing the drivers run the Windows SETUP program, reconfigure
Windows for the MACH32 driver, and run Windows.
Manual Installation
-------------------
1) Run M32BTA.EXE with the following syntax:
M32BTA /EC:\WINDOWS\SYSTEM <enter>
NOTE: If you Windows directory is not C:\WINDOWS, then specify that
path you are using (ie. C:\WIN31)
2) Run the Windows SETUP, reconfigure Windows for the MACH32 driver, and
run Windows.
Network Installation
--------------------
1) Run the INSTALL.BAT file specifying the path to your personal
Windows directory and the NET keyword:
Example:
INSTALL W:\WIN31 NET <enter>
2) Run the Windows SETUP, reconfigure Windows for the MACH32 driver, and
run Windows.
To activate 24-bit true color change the line in your WIN.INI file that
reads "PixelDepth=#" to "PixelDepth=24".
This driver will work with all versions of mach32 based products.
24-bit true color requires the ATI 68875 RAMDAC to be installed on the card.
If you experience any problems with the new drivers you may use the main
ATI install program included with your card to place the original drivers
back into your WINDOWS\SYSTEM directory.
If you have difficulties or have any questions, please feel free to call
ATI Customer Support for assistance.
ATI Customer Support: (416) 756-0711 9am-5:30pm EST
FAX: (416) 756-0720
Thank You,
ATI Technologies.