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... specifications might be out of date before publication of this this graphics card. GV-N570OC-13I NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 570 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MM-N570OC-101R Copyright © 2011 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for any form without the expressed, written permission of GBT. Macrovision corporation product notice: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that may be authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
... specifications might be out of date before publication of this this graphics card. GV-N570OC-13I NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 570 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MM-N570OC-101R Copyright © 2011 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for any form without the expressed, written permission of GBT. Macrovision corporation product notice: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that may be authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
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Features ...4 1.2. Software Installation 10 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation 10 3.1.1. Introduction ...4 1.1. Board Layout ...5 2.2. Troubleshooting Tips 21 5. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 22 5.2. Table of Contents 1. Display Properties Pages 12 3.3. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows XP 23 5.3. Appendix ...22 5.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 13 4. Regulatory Statements 25 - 3 - Hardware Installation ...8 3. Hardware Installation 5 2.1. Minimum System Requirements 4 2. Driver Installation ...10 3.2.
Features ...4 1.2. Software Installation 10 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation 10 3.1.1. Introduction ...4 1.1. Board Layout ...5 2.2. Troubleshooting Tips 21 5. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 22 5.2. Table of Contents 1. Display Properties Pages 12 3.3. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows XP 23 5.3. Appendix ...22 5.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 13 4. Regulatory Statements 25 - 3 - Hardware Installation ...8 3. Hardware Installation 5 2.1. Minimum System Requirements 4 2. Driver Installation ...10 3.2.
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... technology (Note 1) • Supports 2 Dual-Link DVI-I connectors • Supports 1 mini HDMI connector • Supports HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology 1.2. Features • Powered by NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 570 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express 2.0 • Integrated with two/three x16 physical connectors. Windows® Vista - 1. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 4 - An SLI certified motherboard with the same model name (e.g.GV-N570OC-13I) and from the same vendor (e.g. Optical drive for software installation...
... technology (Note 1) • Supports 2 Dual-Link DVI-I connectors • Supports 1 mini HDMI connector • Supports HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology 1.2. Features • Powered by NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 570 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express 2.0 • Integrated with two/three x16 physical connectors. Windows® Vista - 1. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 4 - An SLI certified motherboard with the same model name (e.g.GV-N570OC-13I) and from the same vendor (e.g. Optical drive for software installation...
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The GV-N570OC-13I graphics card is taken from the computer power supply to the GeForce card(s).Use the connection method for your particular graphics card. • GV-N570OC-13I: Connect BOTH a 6-pin AND an 8-pin PCI Express auxiliary power connector coming from the PCI Express host bus as well as the external PCI Express power connectors. NVIDIA power Connect power from the system power supply to the connectors on the top edge of the GeForce GTX 570 graphics card. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Power is a performance optimized high-end card.
The GV-N570OC-13I graphics card is taken from the computer power supply to the GeForce card(s).Use the connection method for your particular graphics card. • GV-N570OC-13I: Connect BOTH a 6-pin AND an 8-pin PCI Express auxiliary power connector coming from the PCI Express host bus as well as the external PCI Express power connectors. NVIDIA power Connect power from the system power supply to the connectors on the top edge of the GeForce GTX 570 graphics card. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - Power is a performance optimized high-end card.
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... SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. Unpacking and installation 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 a grounded anti-static mat. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Shipping and handling may cause damage to your computer. 1. Hardware Installation Expansion cards contain very delicate...
... SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. Unpacking and installation 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 a grounded anti-static mat. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Shipping and handling may cause damage to your computer. 1. Hardware Installation Expansion cards contain very delicate...
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.... 2.2. Step 1. Replace the screw to a HDMI monitor. You can connect a monitor that the gold edge connector of the graphics card is fully seated. Connect a flat panel To HDMI Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect a HDMI monitor GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Hardware Installation Now that you have prepared your computer, you need a cable or adapter to install your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. Step 2. To connect a HDMI monitor,you are ready to connect from...
.... 2.2. Step 1. Replace the screw to a HDMI monitor. You can connect a monitor that the gold edge connector of the graphics card is fully seated. Connect a flat panel To HDMI Monitor To Flat Panel Display Connect a HDMI monitor GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Hardware Installation Now that you have prepared your computer, you need a cable or adapter to install your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. Step 2. To connect a HDMI monitor,you are ready to connect from...
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...) technology works: In an SLI configuration, two/three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) - 9 - SLI Configuration: SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) 3-Way SLI Configuration: 3-Way SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers are linked in parallel in a system that two and three graphics cards are connected together via SLI bridge connector in an SLI configuration...
...) technology works: In an SLI configuration, two/three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) - 9 - SLI Configuration: SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) 3-Way SLI Configuration: 3-Way SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers are linked in parallel in a system that two and three graphics cards are connected together via SLI bridge connector in an SLI configuration...
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Driver Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program.) Step 1: Click the Install Display Driver item. First make sure your optical drive. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. For software MPEG support in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun...
Driver Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to My Computer, double-click the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program.) Step 1: Click the Install Display Driver item. First make sure your optical drive. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. For software MPEG support in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun...
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Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. You can move the slider to change the color quality. Select Display Settings to change the resolution. 3.2. 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. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 12 - You can click the item to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings.
Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. You can move the slider to change the color quality. Select Display Settings to change the resolution. 3.2. 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. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 12 - You can click the item to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings.
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... Control Panel\Appearance Personalization\Personalization window will show up. Software Installation Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Select Display Settings. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel After installation of the display driver, right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. On the GeForce GTX 570 tab page, click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel to launch the NVIDIA Control Panel. - 13 - Or you 'll see the Generic PnP Monitor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 Properties...
... Control Panel\Appearance Personalization\Personalization window will show up. Software Installation Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Select Display Settings. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel After installation of the display driver, right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. On the GeForce GTX 570 tab page, click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel to launch the NVIDIA Control Panel. - 13 - Or you 'll see the Generic PnP Monitor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 Properties...
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In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. Select the view of the NVIDIA Control Panel that is most appropriate for you want. The categories are : Standard Advanced Custom GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - The supported modes are : 3D Settings Display Video In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you . Standard Settings Advanced Settings The following pages provide details on configuring advanced settings.
In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. Select the view of the NVIDIA Control Panel that is most appropriate for you want. The categories are : Standard Advanced Custom GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - The supported modes are : 3D Settings Display Video In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you . Standard Settings Advanced Settings The following pages provide details on configuring advanced settings.
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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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... allow you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution • Adjust desktop color settings • Rotate display • Manage custom resolutions (Note) • Set up multiple displays Change Resolution Using the Change Resolution controls, you to further manipulate and configure your display settings to optimize the use of information appearing on your displays. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Display A variety of display features enable you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust the amount of your...
... allow you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution • Adjust desktop color settings • Rotate display • Manage custom resolutions (Note) • Set up multiple displays Change Resolution Using the Change Resolution controls, you to further manipulate and configure your display settings to optimize the use of information appearing on your displays. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Display A variety of display features enable you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust the amount of your...
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To change video color settings, go to Adjust Video Color Settings under the Video and TV section from the Start page. Adjust Desktop Color Settings You can adjust desktop color settings for your displays or enhance picture quality if you are using televisions. Rotate Display The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you have rotated your physical display and need to rotate the desktop to match the orientation of your display. (Note) This item is useful if...
To change video color settings, go to Adjust Video Color Settings under the Video and TV section from the Start page. Adjust Desktop Color Settings You can adjust desktop color settings for your displays or enhance picture quality if you are using televisions. Rotate Display The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you have rotated your physical display and need to rotate the desktop to match the orientation of your display. (Note) This item is useful if...
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... across displays and 3D applications are connected to output from two monitors on both display (Clone) • Configured independently from each display as when the application spans displays. (Note) This item is present only in Windows XP. Clone Mode Dualview Mode Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your desktop in one of several multi-display modes to make the best use one display (Single) • The same on the Set Up Multiple Displays page...
... across displays and 3D applications are connected to output from two monitors on both display (Clone) • Configured independently from each display as when the application spans displays. (Note) This item is present only in Windows XP. Clone Mode Dualview Mode Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your desktop in one of several multi-display modes to make the best use one display (Single) • The same on the Set Up Multiple Displays page...
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Software Installation Horizontal Span Mode Vertical Span Mode Display Matrix Model CRT(Note 2)+HDMI CRT+DVI(Note 2) DVI+HDMI DVI+HDMI+CRT DVI +DVI CRT+CRT(Note 2) GV-N570OC-13I Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes (Note 1) This item is half the height of the total virtual desktop height. The height of the total virtual desktop width. (4) As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) (Note 1) Vertical Span mode indicates that both displays in the display pair function as one tall virtual desktop. (3) As one...
Software Installation Horizontal Span Mode Vertical Span Mode Display Matrix Model CRT(Note 2)+HDMI CRT+DVI(Note 2) DVI+HDMI DVI+HDMI+CRT DVI +DVI CRT+CRT(Note 2) GV-N570OC-13I Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes (Note 1) This item is half the height of the total virtual desktop height. The height of the total virtual desktop width. (4) As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) (Note 1) Vertical Span mode indicates that both displays in the display pair function as one tall virtual desktop. (3) As one...
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... quality and video color settings for some features under Windows Vista is in development and may not be available with your display. Select one of the desktop video to best fit your television screen. Adjust Video Color Settings Use the controls on this page to fine tune the color settings for video content on your changes. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - For best results, play a video while you make adjustment to view the changes as...
... quality and video color settings for some features under Windows Vista is in development and may not be available with your display. Select one of the desktop video to best fit your television screen. Adjust Video Color Settings Use the controls on this page to fine tune the color settings for video content on your changes. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - For best results, play a video while you make adjustment to view the changes as...
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... disabled or to the monitor's manual.) - 21 - Troubleshooting Tips 4. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver. Restart your motherboard. Press on your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to become the secondary display.) Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE...
... disabled or to the monitor's manual.) - 21 - Troubleshooting Tips 4. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you install the graphics driver. Restart your motherboard. Press on your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to become the secondary display.) Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE...
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The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Display Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Screen Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) 32bpp(16.7M) Resolution 1600 x 1200 (Hz) 60~100 Standard mode 3 High mode 3 True mode 3 120 3 3 X 1920 x 1080 (16:9) 60~85 3 3 3 100 3 3 X 1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 3 3 3 100 3 3 X 1920 x 1440 60~85 3 3 3 2048 x 1536 60~85 3 3 3 2560 x 1600 60 3 3 3 (Dual-Link) * This table is for reference only.
The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. GV-N500 Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Display Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Screen Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) 32bpp(16.7M) Resolution 1600 x 1200 (Hz) 60~100 Standard mode 3 High mode 3 True mode 3 120 3 3 X 1920 x 1080 (16:9) 60~85 3 3 3 100 3 3 X 1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 3 3 3 100 3 3 X 1920 x 1440 60~85 3 3 3 2048 x 1536 60~85 3 3 3 2560 x 1600 60 3 3 3 (Dual-Link) * This table is for reference only.
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... that the information in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for details of environmentally safe recycling. When your product's user's manual and we at the time of Certain Hazardous Substances in your effort. - 25 - The parts and components have not intended to maximize the use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on its...
... that the information in all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regulations for details of environmentally safe recycling. When your product's user's manual and we at the time of Certain Hazardous Substances in your effort. - 25 - The parts and components have not intended to maximize the use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on its...