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... is intended for any labels on this card. GV-N210OC-512I/ GV-N210D3-512I/ GV-N210TC-1GI Rev1.0/ GV-N210TC-1GI Rev1.1/ GV-N210TC-512I/ GV-N210D2-1GI NVIDIA® GeForceTM 210 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 106 12MM-N210O5I-106R Copyright © 2010 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation. No part of this this manual may be authorized by U.S. Due to update the information contained herein. Trademarks Third...
... is intended for any labels on this card. GV-N210OC-512I/ GV-N210D3-512I/ GV-N210TC-1GI Rev1.0/ GV-N210TC-1GI Rev1.1/ GV-N210TC-512I/ GV-N210D2-1GI NVIDIA® GeForceTM 210 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 106 12MM-N210O5I-106R Copyright © 2010 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation. No part of this this manual may be authorized by U.S. Due to update the information contained herein. Trademarks Third...
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Features ...7 1.2. Software Installation 14 3.1. Driver Installation ...14 3.1.2. Troubleshooting Tips 27 5. Regulatory Statements 31 - 6 - Introduction ...7 1.1. Board Layout ...8 2.2. Driver and Utility Installation 14 3.1.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 19 4. Minimum System Requirements 7 2. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 28 5.2. Hardware Installation 8 2.1. Display Properties Pages 18 3.3. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite on Driver Disk 16 3.2. Hardware Installation ...13 3. Appendix ...28 5.1. Resolutions and Color Depth Tables 29 5.3. Table ...
Features ...7 1.2. Software Installation 14 3.1. Driver Installation ...14 3.1.2. Troubleshooting Tips 27 5. Regulatory Statements 31 - 6 - Introduction ...7 1.1. Board Layout ...8 2.2. Driver and Utility Installation 14 3.1.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 19 4. Minimum System Requirements 7 2. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 28 5.2. Hardware Installation 8 2.1. Display Properties Pages 18 3.3. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite on Driver Disk 16 3.2. Hardware Installation ...13 3. Appendix ...28 5.1. Resolutions and Color Depth Tables 29 5.3. Table ...
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... 512MB GDDR2 memory(For GV-N210OC-512I only) • Integrated with 512MB DDR3 memory (For GV-N210D3-512I only) • Integrated with Service Pack 2 (SP2) - Optical drive for best performance - Features • Powered by allowing the graphics processing unit (GPU) to dynamically share the available system memory.The total effective VGA memory differs depending on system memory. • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports 1 HDMI connector • Supports 1 D-Sub connector • Supports 1 DVI-I connectors • Supports HDCP (High-Bandwidth...
... 512MB GDDR2 memory(For GV-N210OC-512I only) • Integrated with 512MB DDR3 memory (For GV-N210D3-512I only) • Integrated with Service Pack 2 (SP2) - Optical drive for best performance - Features • Powered by allowing the graphics processing unit (GPU) to dynamically share the available system memory.The total effective VGA memory differs depending on system memory. • Supports DirectX 10.1 • Supports 1 HDMI connector • Supports 1 D-Sub connector • Supports 1 DVI-I connectors • Supports HDCP (High-Bandwidth...
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GV-N210OC-512I/GV-N210D3-512I/GV-N210TC-1GI Rev1.0 SLI Connector D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor HDMI TV Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Board Layout 1. Hardware Installation 2.1. 2.
GV-N210OC-512I/GV-N210D3-512I/GV-N210TC-1GI Rev1.0 SLI Connector D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor HDMI TV Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Board Layout 1. Hardware Installation 2.1. 2.
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D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor HDMI TV Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - 3. GV-N210TC-512I D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector
D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector or Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor HDMI TV Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - 3. GV-N210TC-512I D-Sub monitor Connector (15-pin) HDMI Connector DVI-I Connector
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... on the graphics card. Shipping and handling may cause damage to a metal object, such as the anti-static mat. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Use a grounded wrist strap before proceeding. The operator should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on...
... on the graphics card. Shipping and handling may cause damage to a metal object, such as the anti-static mat. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Use a grounded wrist strap before proceeding. The operator should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the power supply case. 3. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on...
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... have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your graphics card, use the DVI-I connector. Step 3. To connect a D-Sub monitor to your graphics card, use the HDMI connector. To connect a flat panel display to your graphics card. Connect an HDMI monitor Connect a D-Sub monitor To HDMI Monitor To D-Sub Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect a flat panel display - 13 - Hardware Installation then align your card; Plug the display cable into your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. then turn...
... have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your graphics card, use the DVI-I connector. Step 3. To connect a D-Sub monitor to your graphics card, use the HDMI connector. To connect a flat panel display to your graphics card. Connect an HDMI monitor Connect a D-Sub monitor To HDMI Monitor To D-Sub Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect a flat panel display - 13 - Hardware Installation then align your card; Plug the display cable into your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. then turn...
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... drivers (for the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) 3.1. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. 3. For software MPEG support in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to install DirectX separately. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Driver Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your optical drive. Users who run Windows...
... drivers (for the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) 3.1. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. 3. For software MPEG support in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to install DirectX separately. The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Driver Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your optical drive. Users who run Windows...
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3.1.2. The system is completed. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Step 4: Click the Install button. Step 2: Choose the language for the installation and click the OK button. Step 3: Click the Next button. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite on Driver Disk Step 1: Click the GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite item. Then the installation of the GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite is installing the components. Step 5: Click the Finish button.
3.1.2. The system is completed. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Step 4: Click the Install button. Step 2: Choose the language for the installation and click the OK button. Step 3: Click the Next button. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite on Driver Disk Step 1: Click the GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite item. Then the installation of the GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite is installing the components. Step 5: Click the Finish button.
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Software Installation Help page Displays the current operating frequency Automatically optimizes the voltage/frequency Enables manual adjustment of the GPU, Shader, and video memory. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite The GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite allows you to manually configure the voltage and GPU/Shader/Memory frequency settings Displays the GPU usage and temperature, the GPU usage/thermal curve, and your graphics card information Opens Help page Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to your system and reduce the useful life of the...
Software Installation Help page Displays the current operating frequency Automatically optimizes the voltage/frequency Enables manual adjustment of the GPU, Shader, and video memory. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite The GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite allows you to manually configure the voltage and GPU/Shader/Memory frequency settings Displays the GPU usage and temperature, the GPU usage/thermal curve, and your graphics card information Opens Help page Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to your system and reduce the useful life of the...
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Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. You can move the slider to change the resolution. 3.2. You can click the item to change the color quality. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - Select Display Settings to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings. Click the Advanced button for Windows) To access Display Settings page, right-click on desktop and select Personalize, then the Personalization windows will show up.
Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. You can move the slider to change the resolution. 3.2. You can click the item to change the color quality. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - Select Display Settings to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings. Click the Advanced button for Windows) To access Display Settings page, right-click on desktop and select Personalize, then the Personalization windows will show up.
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... Control Panel\Appearance Personalization\Personalization window will show up. Software Installation Or you 'll see the Generic PnP Monitor and NVIDIA GeForce 210 Properties dialog box. When the Display Settings dialog box appears, click Advanced Settings. 3.3. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel After installation of the display driver, right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to configure all your graphics card settings...
... Control Panel\Appearance Personalization\Personalization window will show up. Software Installation Or you 'll see the Generic PnP Monitor and NVIDIA GeForce 210 Properties dialog box. When the Display Settings dialog box appears, click Advanced Settings. 3.3. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel After installation of the display driver, right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to configure all your graphics card settings...
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In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. The categories are : Standard Advanced Custom GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - The supported modes are : 3D Settings Display Video & Television In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you . Standard Settings Advanced Settings The following pages provide details on configuring advanced settings. Select the view of the NVIDIA Control Panel that is most appropriate for you want.
In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. The categories are : Standard Advanced Custom GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - The supported modes are : 3D Settings Display Video & Television In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you . Standard Settings Advanced Settings The following pages provide details on configuring advanced settings. Select the view of the NVIDIA Control Panel that is most appropriate for you want.
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... and games that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your GPU and GPU memory to increase your GPU performance. • Assign specific 3D settings to a game so that these settings automatically load when a game is launched. Adjust Image Settings with Preview If you are unfamiliar with 3D technology or not an advanced graphics user, use the Adjust Image Settings with Preview...
... and games that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your GPU and GPU memory to increase your GPU performance. • Assign specific 3D settings to a game so that these settings automatically load when a game is launched. Adjust Image Settings with Preview If you are unfamiliar with 3D technology or not an advanced graphics user, use the Adjust Image Settings with Preview...
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... configure your display settings to optimize the use your mouse (by clicking on the arrow keys on this page) or the arrow keys on your display. (Note) This item is a useful alternative to using the controls (buttons) on your actual physical display. Change Resolution Using the Change Resolution controls, you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution • Adjust desktop color settings • Rotate display • Manage custom resolutions...
... configure your display settings to optimize the use your mouse (by clicking on the arrow keys on this page) or the arrow keys on your display. (Note) This item is a useful alternative to using the controls (buttons) on your actual physical display. Change Resolution Using the Change Resolution controls, you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution • Adjust desktop color settings • Rotate display • Manage custom resolutions...
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... analog CRT and DVI connections. Adjust Desktop Color Settings Use this page to set the contrast, sharpness, and color depth (Digital Vibrance) of the images on your graphics card in Advanced view mode. - 23 - To change video color settings, go to Adjust Video Color Settings under the Video and TV section from the Start page. Rotate Display The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you to change the orientation of your desktop to view custom display modes you can use the advanced Change Resolution...
... analog CRT and DVI connections. Adjust Desktop Color Settings Use this page to set the contrast, sharpness, and color depth (Digital Vibrance) of the images on your graphics card in Advanced view mode. - 23 - To change video color settings, go to Adjust Video Color Settings under the Video and TV section from the Start page. Rotate Display The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you to change the orientation of your desktop to view custom display modes you can use the advanced Change Resolution...
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... displays in Windows XP. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your desktop in one virtual desktop. Dual-Monitor Setup You can set the display to output from each other (Dualview) • As one large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span) (Note) • As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) (Note) (1) The same on the Set Up Multiple Displays page. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Select your preferred nView display modes here. • Only use of the same desktop. (2) Configured...
... displays in Windows XP. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your desktop in one virtual desktop. Dual-Monitor Setup You can set the display to output from each other (Dualview) • As one large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span) (Note) • As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) (Note) (1) The same on the Set Up Multiple Displays page. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Select your preferred nView display modes here. • Only use of the same desktop. (2) Configured...
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... large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span) (Note 1) Horizontal Span mode indicates that both displays in Windows XP. (Note 2) By an HDMI-to-DVI adapter. (Note 3) By a DVI-to-D-Sub adapter. - 25 - The width of each display is present only in the display pair function as one wide virtual desktop. Horizontal Span Mode Vertical Span Mode Display Model GV-N210OC-512I GV-N210D3-512I GV-N210TC-1GI GV-N210TC-512I GV-N210D2-1GI Matrix CRT+HDMI Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes CRT+DVI Yes Yes...
... large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span) (Note 1) Horizontal Span mode indicates that both displays in Windows XP. (Note 2) By an HDMI-to-DVI adapter. (Note 3) By a DVI-to-D-Sub adapter. - 25 - The width of each display is present only in the display pair function as one wide virtual desktop. Horizontal Span Mode Vertical Span Mode Display Model GV-N210OC-512I GV-N210D3-512I GV-N210TC-1GI GV-N210TC-512I GV-N210D2-1GI Matrix CRT+HDMI Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes CRT+DVI Yes Yes...
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.... Note: Support for video content on your changes. You can choose to monitor your display. Tasks in the Video & Television pages allow you to do the following: • Adjust your television picture quality and video color settings for video content on your ForceWare graphics driver version. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - For best results, play a video while you make adjustment to view the changes as they happen. Adjust Video Image Settings Use the controls on...
.... Note: Support for video content on your changes. You can choose to monitor your display. Tasks in the Video & Television pages allow you to do the following: • Adjust your television picture quality and video color settings for video content on your ForceWare graphics driver version. GV-N210 Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - For best results, play a video while you make adjustment to view the changes as they happen. Adjust Video Image Settings Use the controls on...
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... the graphics card being installed. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver. Restart your dealer or GIGABYTE for selection depend on your motherboard. For more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the display cable is correct. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows...
... the graphics card being installed. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver. Restart your dealer or GIGABYTE for selection depend on your motherboard. For more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the display cable is correct. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows...