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SkyTod

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xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

Is there something for xf86-video-ati like in nvidia:

nvidia gpufreq

nvidia temp

I can't find. Thanks in advance!

Last edited by SkyTod (2010-07-16 15:47:32)

SkyTod

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

Nobody knows?:(

mits

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Registered: 2008-01-10

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

I know only with catalyst driver:
$ aticonfig --odgt

Default Adapter - ATI Mobility Radeon HD 4500 Series
                  Sensor 0: Temperature - 58.50 C

$ aticonfig --pplib-cmd 'get activity'

Current Activity is Core Clock: 220MHZ
Memory Clock: 300MHZ
VDDC: 900
Activity: 0 percent
Performance Level: 0
Bus Speed: 2500
Bus Lanes: 16
Maximum Bus Lanes: 16

And other options:

ATI Overdrive (TM) options:
  The following options are used to get and set current and peak, core
  and memory clock information as well as read the current temperature of
  adapters.  By using the "--adapter=" argument the ATI Overdrive (TM)
  options can be targeted to a particular adapter in a multi-adapter scenario.
  If no adapter is explicitly targeted the commands will be run on the Default
  adapter as indicated by the "--list-adapters" command
  --od-enable
        Unlocks the ability to change core or memory clock values by
        acknowledging that you have read and understood the ATI Overdrive (TM)
        disclaimer and accept responsibility for and recognize the potential
        dangers posed to your hardware by changing the default core or memory
        clocks
  --od-disable
        Disables ATI Overdrive(TM) set related aticonfig options.  Previously
        commited core and memory clock values will remain, but will not be set
        on X Server restart.
  --odgc, --od-getclocks
        Lists various information regarding current core and memory clock
        settings.
        Including: current and peak clocks
                   the theoretical range clocks can be set to
                   the current load on the GPU
  --odsc, --od-setclocks={NewCoreClock|0,NewMemoryClock|0}
        Sets the core and memory clock to the values specified in MHz
        The new clock values must be within the theoretical ranges provided
        by --od-getclocks.  If a 0 is passed as either the NewCoreClock or
        NewMemoryClock it will retain the previous value and not be changed.
        There is no guarantee that the attempted clock values will succeed
        even if they lay inside the theoretical range.  These newly set
        clock values will revert to the default values if they are not
        committed using the "--od-commitclocks" command before X is
        restarted
  --odrd, --od-restoredefaultclocks
        Sets the core and memory clock to the default values.
        Warning X needs to be restarted before these clock changes will take
        effect
  --odcc, --od-commitclocks
        Once the stability of a new set of custom clocks has been proven this
        command will ensure that the Adapter will attempt to run at these new
        values whenever X is restarted
  --odgt, --od-gettemperature
        Returns the temperature reported by any thermal sensors available on
        the adapter.

See all options with "aticonfig --help"

Last edited by mits (2010-07-17 21:01:42)

SkyTod

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

I tried many commands. And everytime see the same:

 sh: aticonfig: command not found

It's weird. Isn't it?

Coacher

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

AFAIR this utility is a part of catalyst-utils package which should be placed somewhere in AUR.

Last edited by Coacher (2010-07-17 23:35:26)

AndyRTR

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

http://www.phoronix.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=43 - there are several threads. you need a kernel with debugfs enabled and then you can watch /sys/kernel/debug/dri/0/radeon_pm_info - this file may change with the kernel versions. also check dmesg. the kernel drm driver is responsible for power management.

SkyTod

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

AFAIR this utility is a part of catalyst-utils package which should be placed somewhere in AUR.

To install catalyst-utils I have to install catalyst that conflicts with xf86-video-ati.:/

http://www.phoronix.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=43 - there are several threads. you need a kernel with debugfs enabled and then you can watch /sys/kernel/debug/dri/0/radeon_pm_info - this file may change with the kernel versions. also check dmesg. the kernel drm driver is responsible for power management.

It's needed by my conky. So I'm looking for command that may show the same(conky was written for nvidia). Thanks!

Last edited by SkyTod (2010-07-18 09:37:27)

mits

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

To use aticonfig you must change xf86-video-ati driver with catalyst (catalyst-utils included).
If you want that, be careful and follow verry close "Ati catalyst" how to in wiki:
http://wiki.archlinux.org/index.php/ATI_Catalyst
I use catalyst driver for my Dell 1555 laptop (ATI HD4570 video card), because of ATI powerplay feature, and 3d higer performance and manny advantages.
Catalyst is not perfect but is more useful for laptops and newer video cards.
There are some problems with black/grey/white boxes/artifacts in firefox, in newest driver, but I can live with that.
Follow that thread :
http://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?id=57084&p=1

Last edited by mits (2010-07-18 14:14:52)

SkyTod

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

I'm not sure. I have Radeon 9100 IGP. Is catalyst better for me than xf86-video-ati?
And why can't I use something like that with xf86-video-ati, huh?

mits

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

So, if all is fine for you with  xf86-video-ati, stay with that driver, but no aticonfig feature.
I think that current catalyst driver don't suport your card.
Catalyst is much better for my Dell laptop needs:
- powersave/clocking feature, lower temp, silent fan = longer battery time (with ....ati - about 2,5 hours vs catalyst over 4 hours.

Last edited by mits (2010-07-18 15:25:58)

SkyTod

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

I think so. But I don't believe that xf86-video-ati doesn't support simple features like that!

takedown

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

For PM functions in xf86-video-ati you can check this thread: https://bbs.archlinux.org/viewtopic.php?id=79509

SkyTod

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

Sorry, I don't know what PM functions are. If it's 3D, I don't need it. I haven't found something useful in that tread yet. Eh...

stqn

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Re: xf86-video-ati temp & gpufreq

"Power Management"