System Requirements
1. To install the Sparkle Intel® Arc™ Graphics Card, you'll need a
motherboard with one or more PCI Express x16 slots for expansion.
2. 10
th
Gen Intel® Core™ Processors and higher with compatible
motherboard supporting Resizable Bar. AMD Ryzen™ 3000 Series
Processors with AMD 500 Series motherboard supporting Smart Access
Memory. See Intel’s website for more details
3. Make sure your monitor or display device is compatible with the output
interface of your graphics card.
4. Power consumption varies by model, so please refer to Sparkle's
website to calculate your system's minimum power requirement.
5. Your operating system must be Linux© /Windows® 10/ Windows® 11.
For additional support details, please refer to Intel's website.
Install Your Graphics Card
1. Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cord before opening
up the case.
2. Remove any existing graphics card (if applicable) or PCIE slot cover.
3. Insert the Sparkle Intel® Arc™ Graphics Card into the PCIE slot and
make sure it's securely in place with the locking mechanism.
4. Secure the graphics card to the PCIE bracket using a thumbscrew.
5. Plug in any required external PCIE power connectors from your
appropriate PC Power Supply Unit.
6. Close up the case and connect your display cable to the corresponding
GPU display output port.
7. Power on your system and boot up to OS! We recommend removing all
drivers for your previous card and performing a clean install of new
drivers for optimal performance.