NEW DNA 1.5.3.6 drivers
Hi all im new here.
I'm a Driver modder and i released an new Driver Set today
DNA 1.5.3.6
VERSION:: DNA-DRIVERS 1.5.3.6
* Based upon the Catalyst 3.6 driver release
* Integrated DNA-CLEANER into the uninstall process
- !! UNISTALLATION HAS TO BE DONE IN SAFE MODE !!
- Read Section C for more info
* Re-Added the RotationTab to the Control Panel
* Re-Added the ProjectorTab to the Control Panel
* RadClocker 1800d Must be installed from the start-menu
* Added "Wizzrad's" 9500 -> 9700 SoftMod to the package (see section D for more info)
* Redone some of the Direct3d Tweaks
Two Install options
1.FULL INSTALL INCLUDES
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 drivers
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 Control Panel
- The DNA Advanced SmartGart (Start Menu)
- RadClocker (Start Menu)
- Wizzard's softMod 9500 = > 9700 (Read the ReadMe for more info)
- Advanced AtiGart (Start Menu)
- ATI Check Driver Version
2. MINIMUM INSTALL INCLUDES
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 drivers
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 Control Panel
- ATI Check Driver Version
Enjoy
Link : http://dna-drivers.nl.red.wsgate.net/
A little of the readme :
DNA-DRIVERS
2003
© 2003 DNA-DRIVERS © 2003 All rights reserved.
Welcome to the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
This file contains information to help you install, uninstall, and troubleshoot the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite.
NOTE: people with an M6 are advised to stick with the DNA 1.4.3.5HFSU
CONTENTS
A. Version history
B. Installing DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
C. Uninstalling DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
D. Using ”Wizzard’s” 9500 => 9700 Soft mod
E. DNA-DRIVER fixed issues + add-ons
F. Known Issues
G. Installation Troubleshooting
H. DNA-DRIVERS suite Support Services
VERSION:: DNA-DRIVERS 1.5.3.6
* Based upon the Catalyst 3.6 driver release
* Integrated DNA-CLEANER into the uninstall process
- !! UNISTALLATION HAS TO BE DONE IN SAFE MODE !!
- Read Section C for more info
* Re-Added the RotationTab to the Control Panel
* Re-Added the ProjectorTab to the Control Panel
* RadClocker 1800d Must be installed from the start-menu
* Added "Wizzrad's" 9500 -> 9700 SoftMod to the package (see section D for more info)
* Redone some of the Direct3d Tweaks
B. Installing DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
System Requirements
DNA-DRIVERS requires a personal computer running either Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, It is also required that your computer has an ATI RADEON family Video Card.
Installing DNA-DRIVERS
1. Make sure DirectX 9.0 is installed
2. Download the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite.
3. Start the installation by double clicking the Setup file.
C. Uninstalling DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
1. Go to the Add Or Remove Programs panel
2. Uninstall the ATI Display Driver
3. Uninstall the ATI Control Panel
4. Don’t uninstall DNA-DRIVERS suite *.*.*.* (*.*.*.* is driver version)
5. Reboot
6. And boot into Safe Mode
7. Go into the Start Menu \ DNA-DRIVERS and run Uninstall all
8. Reboot
9. Install New Other drivers
D. Using ”Wizzard’s” 9500 => 9700 Soft mod
INSTALLATION:
1. Run Fillrate tests before changing drivers. You don't need to flash another BIOS.
2. Manually add the modded ati2mtag.sys to the Windows\System32\Drivers directory in SAFE MODE
FAQ:
Q: What kind of card do I have to buy?
A: You need a Radeon 9500 Non-pro (NP) 128MB on a 9700 PCB. The 9700 pcb has 2 chips of RAM on top and 2 chips on the right of the GPU (L-shaped). The new 9500 pro pcb has 4 chips all on top of the GPU in a straight line.
Q: I have a Radeon 9500 Non-pro 64MB. Will the patch work for me too?
A: Yes. But you will get a 9500 PRO 64MB with the patched driver.
Q: I have a Radeon 9500 Non-pro 128MB with the new pcb layout.
A: You will get a Radeon 9500 Pro 128MB.
Q: Will this work with a 9500 Pro card?
A: Nope. 9500 Pro can't be turned into anything.
Q: Which brand should I buy?
A: There's no difference in moddability between the cards. All OEMs have to use the same GPU and PCB.
Q: What is artifacting/checkerboard effect?
A: Artifacting is when you get undesired 'dots' or patterns on screen. The theory as of now is that artifacts are caused by undocumented defects on the 9500 NP's disabled by the 9500 drivers. Worst case scenario, the unused pipelines have a possibility of being broken, resulting crashing and not booting up. You might get a card that works flawlessly or one that doesn't. It's a gamble.
Q: I have artifacts. Is it possible to enable only 5, 6 or 7 pipelines?
A: Sorry. This is not possible. The GPU only supports running with four or eight rendering pipelines.
Q: If I have artifacts when using hacked drivers, will I also have them if I hardmod the card?
A: Yes. You will.
Q: How can I guarantee I get a card that works?
A: You can't. Even the same supplier has cards that work, and those that don't.
Q: How can I overclock my 9500/9700?
A: The BIOS often ships locked on OCing. In this case you need to flash it with an unlocked bios (see warp11's site). However, many confirm that the Sapphire cards come unlocked by default.
Q: Do different bios' matter when OCing?
A: Yes. Different bios' spec'd for different memory cannot be used to OC the memory. (i.e.: cannot OC Infineon ram with Hynix bios) However, core clock does not seem to have compatibility problems.
Q: I installed your patch but my card still shows up as "Radeon 9500".
A: This patch does not change the cards displayed name. Run benchmarks to verify that the patch worked.
Q: Will you update your patch when a new driver is released?
A: Definitely since I’m using a 9500->9700 card myself.
Q: I installed your drivers and can't find any place where I can change settings.
A: You probably didn't download ATI's Control Panel. It's no longer part of the driver. Get it from here.
Q: How do I disable Hierarchical-Z? I hear this solves the artifact problem for a small number of people.
A: OpenGL:
• In your Registry find a folder called "OpenGL". Make sure you end up in the "CurrentControlSet" branch.
On my system: "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Video\{17B35A74-5588-4595-A586-8C735F496DB2}\0000\OpenGL". Your ClassID will be different so use text search to find "OpenGL".
• Add a folder "Private" under the "OpenGL" folder.
• Add a DWORD value there called "An6aYj2vwKuKd9brxl7" with value "0".
Direct3D:
• Find the OpenGL folder. Go to the "0000" folder above it.
• Add a String value there called "HierarchicalZEnable" with value "0".
Q: What is this Radeon 9500 -> 9800 thing?
A: During development of Radeon 9800 drivers ATI found a way to increase performance for 9500/9700 drivers too. However they decided not to include these improvements for the 9500/9700 series at this time. They will be included in Catalyst 3.3 if they prove to be stable.
To verify the improvements I used 3DMark2001 standard pixel shader test with 6x Anti-Aliasing. This gave me a ~10% increase. Post your results here
E. DNA-DRIVER fixed issues (Reported by BETA TEST TEAM)
See the System Spec’s of the BETA TESTERS on the DNA-DRIVERS web site
TAMiller reported
-NASCAR 2003 would crash if I ALT-TABbed to the desktop, not with yours. (system 1)
badwished reported
-Star wars galaxies Running Better Also, about 3fps faster
-Also noticed the texture looks better in Star wars galaxies now
-Getting 7050 Marks in 3dmark 2003 now, I was getting 6800
Heiner B reported
- OpenGL (Counterstrike) and Direct3D-Games (Gothic2, MotoGP2) work great, I tested every game
Under quality (4xAA, 16xAF) and performance (no AA and AF) and have no mistakes found.
- 3Dmark03: 5098 Points => (with your old driver I got 30 Points less)
- 3DMark01SE: 16500 Points => (with your old driver I got 130 Points less)
DogMan reported
- IQ is superb with C&C: Generals. Look’s just fabulous. (System 1)
- MS: Rise of Nations works good. (System 1)
gwar reported
- Well after playing UT2003 and most of there
mods"stormtroopers"..Counterstrike,Day of defeat,starwars racer, Total
Imersion "racing game" Unrealtournament,all run perfect bro..I havent had 1
problem..im also looking @ the I/Q in games and on the desktop..all look
great
F. Known Issues
Known Issues (from the Original CATALYST™ drivers) these issues might not be in the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
The following section provides a brief description of known issues associated with the latest version of CATALYST™.
• When updating to future CATALYST™ releases your current color control panel profiles will be lost. This will be fixed in an upcoming CATALYST™ release
• Running the 3D Pipes screen saver for an extended period of time (24 hours or longer), produces an error message indicating that the virtual memory is not enough
• Setting the Landscape details to Perfect in the game IL2 Stumovik Forgotten Battles results in the system not responding during the track playback
• Running MS Links 2003 with Anisotropic filtering and Anti-Aliasing enabled results in vertical and horizontal lines being displayed within the game. This issue is known to occur under Windows XP with a RADEON™ 9700 series card installed. This will be fixed in an upcoming CATALYST™ release
• Enabling Anit-Aliasing and attempting to take a screen shot results in a corrupt capture when running OpenGL games such as, CounterStrike, Half-Life, Quake III or Medal of Honour: Allied Assault. This will be fixed in an upcoming CATALYST™ release
G. Installation Troubleshooting
P Driver will not install I get the Error Message: The video card is not compatible with the video-
driver
A Install the original Catalyst drivers. Uninstall the ATI control panel and reboot. Then install the
DNA-DRIVERS and everything should be working
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A _
P ???
A _
P ???
A _
P ???
A _
H. DNA-DRIVERS Support Services
This file contains information to help you troubleshoot issues with the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite. You can find more information about the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite on the DNA-DRIVERS website ().
Also posted at the front page of
www.warp2seach.com
www.guru3d.com
I'm a Driver modder and i released an new Driver Set today
DNA 1.5.3.6
VERSION:: DNA-DRIVERS 1.5.3.6
* Based upon the Catalyst 3.6 driver release
* Integrated DNA-CLEANER into the uninstall process
- !! UNISTALLATION HAS TO BE DONE IN SAFE MODE !!
- Read Section C for more info
* Re-Added the RotationTab to the Control Panel
* Re-Added the ProjectorTab to the Control Panel
* RadClocker 1800d Must be installed from the start-menu
* Added "Wizzrad's" 9500 -> 9700 SoftMod to the package (see section D for more info)
* Redone some of the Direct3d Tweaks
Two Install options
1.FULL INSTALL INCLUDES
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 drivers
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 Control Panel
- The DNA Advanced SmartGart (Start Menu)
- RadClocker (Start Menu)
- Wizzard's softMod 9500 = > 9700 (Read the ReadMe for more info)
- Advanced AtiGart (Start Menu)
- ATI Check Driver Version
2. MINIMUM INSTALL INCLUDES
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 drivers
- The DNA 1.5.3.6 Control Panel
- ATI Check Driver Version
Enjoy
Link : http://dna-drivers.nl.red.wsgate.net/
A little of the readme :
DNA-DRIVERS
2003
© 2003 DNA-DRIVERS © 2003 All rights reserved.
Welcome to the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
This file contains information to help you install, uninstall, and troubleshoot the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite.
NOTE: people with an M6 are advised to stick with the DNA 1.4.3.5HFSU
CONTENTS
A. Version history
B. Installing DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
C. Uninstalling DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
D. Using ”Wizzard’s” 9500 => 9700 Soft mod
E. DNA-DRIVER fixed issues + add-ons
F. Known Issues
G. Installation Troubleshooting
H. DNA-DRIVERS suite Support Services
VERSION:: DNA-DRIVERS 1.5.3.6
* Based upon the Catalyst 3.6 driver release
* Integrated DNA-CLEANER into the uninstall process
- !! UNISTALLATION HAS TO BE DONE IN SAFE MODE !!
- Read Section C for more info
* Re-Added the RotationTab to the Control Panel
* Re-Added the ProjectorTab to the Control Panel
* RadClocker 1800d Must be installed from the start-menu
* Added "Wizzrad's" 9500 -> 9700 SoftMod to the package (see section D for more info)
* Redone some of the Direct3d Tweaks
B. Installing DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
System Requirements
DNA-DRIVERS requires a personal computer running either Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 2000, It is also required that your computer has an ATI RADEON family Video Card.
Installing DNA-DRIVERS
1. Make sure DirectX 9.0 is installed
2. Download the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite.
3. Start the installation by double clicking the Setup file.
C. Uninstalling DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
1. Go to the Add Or Remove Programs panel
2. Uninstall the ATI Display Driver
3. Uninstall the ATI Control Panel
4. Don’t uninstall DNA-DRIVERS suite *.*.*.* (*.*.*.* is driver version)
5. Reboot
6. And boot into Safe Mode
7. Go into the Start Menu \ DNA-DRIVERS and run Uninstall all
8. Reboot
9. Install New Other drivers
D. Using ”Wizzard’s” 9500 => 9700 Soft mod
INSTALLATION:
1. Run Fillrate tests before changing drivers. You don't need to flash another BIOS.
2. Manually add the modded ati2mtag.sys to the Windows\System32\Drivers directory in SAFE MODE
FAQ:
Q: What kind of card do I have to buy?
A: You need a Radeon 9500 Non-pro (NP) 128MB on a 9700 PCB. The 9700 pcb has 2 chips of RAM on top and 2 chips on the right of the GPU (L-shaped). The new 9500 pro pcb has 4 chips all on top of the GPU in a straight line.
Q: I have a Radeon 9500 Non-pro 64MB. Will the patch work for me too?
A: Yes. But you will get a 9500 PRO 64MB with the patched driver.
Q: I have a Radeon 9500 Non-pro 128MB with the new pcb layout.
A: You will get a Radeon 9500 Pro 128MB.
Q: Will this work with a 9500 Pro card?
A: Nope. 9500 Pro can't be turned into anything.
Q: Which brand should I buy?
A: There's no difference in moddability between the cards. All OEMs have to use the same GPU and PCB.
Q: What is artifacting/checkerboard effect?
A: Artifacting is when you get undesired 'dots' or patterns on screen. The theory as of now is that artifacts are caused by undocumented defects on the 9500 NP's disabled by the 9500 drivers. Worst case scenario, the unused pipelines have a possibility of being broken, resulting crashing and not booting up. You might get a card that works flawlessly or one that doesn't. It's a gamble.
Q: I have artifacts. Is it possible to enable only 5, 6 or 7 pipelines?
A: Sorry. This is not possible. The GPU only supports running with four or eight rendering pipelines.
Q: If I have artifacts when using hacked drivers, will I also have them if I hardmod the card?
A: Yes. You will.
Q: How can I guarantee I get a card that works?
A: You can't. Even the same supplier has cards that work, and those that don't.
Q: How can I overclock my 9500/9700?
A: The BIOS often ships locked on OCing. In this case you need to flash it with an unlocked bios (see warp11's site). However, many confirm that the Sapphire cards come unlocked by default.
Q: Do different bios' matter when OCing?
A: Yes. Different bios' spec'd for different memory cannot be used to OC the memory. (i.e.: cannot OC Infineon ram with Hynix bios) However, core clock does not seem to have compatibility problems.
Q: I installed your patch but my card still shows up as "Radeon 9500".
A: This patch does not change the cards displayed name. Run benchmarks to verify that the patch worked.
Q: Will you update your patch when a new driver is released?
A: Definitely since I’m using a 9500->9700 card myself.
Q: I installed your drivers and can't find any place where I can change settings.
A: You probably didn't download ATI's Control Panel. It's no longer part of the driver. Get it from here.
Q: How do I disable Hierarchical-Z? I hear this solves the artifact problem for a small number of people.
A: OpenGL:
• In your Registry find a folder called "OpenGL". Make sure you end up in the "CurrentControlSet" branch.
On my system: "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Video\{17B35A74-5588-4595-A586-8C735F496DB2}\0000\OpenGL". Your ClassID will be different so use text search to find "OpenGL".
• Add a folder "Private" under the "OpenGL" folder.
• Add a DWORD value there called "An6aYj2vwKuKd9brxl7" with value "0".
Direct3D:
• Find the OpenGL folder. Go to the "0000" folder above it.
• Add a String value there called "HierarchicalZEnable" with value "0".
Q: What is this Radeon 9500 -> 9800 thing?
A: During development of Radeon 9800 drivers ATI found a way to increase performance for 9500/9700 drivers too. However they decided not to include these improvements for the 9500/9700 series at this time. They will be included in Catalyst 3.3 if they prove to be stable.
To verify the improvements I used 3DMark2001 standard pixel shader test with 6x Anti-Aliasing. This gave me a ~10% increase. Post your results here
E. DNA-DRIVER fixed issues (Reported by BETA TEST TEAM)
See the System Spec’s of the BETA TESTERS on the DNA-DRIVERS web site
TAMiller reported
-NASCAR 2003 would crash if I ALT-TABbed to the desktop, not with yours. (system 1)
badwished reported
-Star wars galaxies Running Better Also, about 3fps faster
-Also noticed the texture looks better in Star wars galaxies now
-Getting 7050 Marks in 3dmark 2003 now, I was getting 6800
Heiner B reported
- OpenGL (Counterstrike) and Direct3D-Games (Gothic2, MotoGP2) work great, I tested every game
Under quality (4xAA, 16xAF) and performance (no AA and AF) and have no mistakes found.
- 3Dmark03: 5098 Points => (with your old driver I got 30 Points less)
- 3DMark01SE: 16500 Points => (with your old driver I got 130 Points less)
DogMan reported
- IQ is superb with C&C: Generals. Look’s just fabulous. (System 1)
- MS: Rise of Nations works good. (System 1)
gwar reported
- Well after playing UT2003 and most of there
mods"stormtroopers"..Counterstrike,Day of defeat,starwars racer, Total
Imersion "racing game" Unrealtournament,all run perfect bro..I havent had 1
problem..im also looking @ the I/Q in games and on the desktop..all look
great
F. Known Issues
Known Issues (from the Original CATALYST™ drivers) these issues might not be in the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite
The following section provides a brief description of known issues associated with the latest version of CATALYST™.
• When updating to future CATALYST™ releases your current color control panel profiles will be lost. This will be fixed in an upcoming CATALYST™ release
• Running the 3D Pipes screen saver for an extended period of time (24 hours or longer), produces an error message indicating that the virtual memory is not enough
• Setting the Landscape details to Perfect in the game IL2 Stumovik Forgotten Battles results in the system not responding during the track playback
• Running MS Links 2003 with Anisotropic filtering and Anti-Aliasing enabled results in vertical and horizontal lines being displayed within the game. This issue is known to occur under Windows XP with a RADEON™ 9700 series card installed. This will be fixed in an upcoming CATALYST™ release
• Enabling Anit-Aliasing and attempting to take a screen shot results in a corrupt capture when running OpenGL games such as, CounterStrike, Half-Life, Quake III or Medal of Honour: Allied Assault. This will be fixed in an upcoming CATALYST™ release
G. Installation Troubleshooting
P Driver will not install I get the Error Message: The video card is not compatible with the video-
driver
A Install the original Catalyst drivers. Uninstall the ATI control panel and reboot. Then install the
DNA-DRIVERS and everything should be working
P ???
A _
P ???
A _
P ???
A _
P ???
A _
H. DNA-DRIVERS Support Services
This file contains information to help you troubleshoot issues with the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite. You can find more information about the DNA-DRIVERS driver suite on the DNA-DRIVERS website ().
Also posted at the front page of
www.warp2seach.com
www.guru3d.com
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Comments
Yes there has
More features like in more Tab's in the Control Panel - NO
The are tweaked for better performance in games more/stable FPS
Yes just like Omeagdrive is doing
Nikumba
These are the drivers, you don't need to install 2 sets of drivers.
Sorta interested to hear how you make out with these....I just downloaded installed the 3.6's but if these are that much better maybe I should jump off the Cat bandwagon.