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... or disassembly is protected by U.S. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of this manual may void the warranty of their respective owners. NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 105 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation.
... or disassembly is protected by U.S. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of this manual may void the warranty of their respective owners. NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 105 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Rovi Corporation.
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Hardware Installation 5 2.1. Appendix...29 5.1. Software Installation ...7 3.1. Display Properties Pages 19 3.3. Driver and Utility Installation 7 3.1.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 20 4. Regulatory Statements 29 - 2 - GIGABYTE OC Guru II...9 3.2. SLI Technology ...5 3. Introduction...3 1.1. Minimum System Requirements 3 2. Table of Contents 1. Driver Installation...7 3.1.2. Troubleshooting Tips 28 5.
Hardware Installation 5 2.1. Appendix...29 5.1. Software Installation ...7 3.1. Display Properties Pages 19 3.3. Driver and Utility Installation 7 3.1.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 20 4. Regulatory Statements 29 - 2 - GIGABYTE OC Guru II...9 3.2. SLI Technology ...5 3. Introduction...3 1.1. Minimum System Requirements 3 2. Table of Contents 1. Driver Installation...7 3.1.2. Troubleshooting Tips 28 5.
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... point as the power supply case. 3. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. Using non-of ficial GIGABYTE BIOS only. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 4 - To protect them against damage from the system. Unpacking and installation should be left in its original packing until it is... to a metal object, such as the anti-static mat. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. If you work correctly, please use of ficial GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on a grounded anti-static mat.
... point as the power supply case. 3. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. Using non-of ficial GIGABYTE BIOS only. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 4 - To protect them against damage from the system. Unpacking and installation should be left in its original packing until it is... to a metal object, such as the anti-static mat. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. If you work correctly, please use of ficial GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on a grounded anti-static mat.
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...figuration: 3-Way SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - How NVIDIA®SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLI system, the...
...figuration: 3-Way SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - How NVIDIA®SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLI system, the...
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NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Step 4: Check the Install NVIDIA Update then click the NEXT button. The system is completed. Then the driver installation is installing the components. Step 3: Check the Express then click the NEXT button. Step 5: Click the RESTART NOW button to restart the computer.
NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Step 4: Check the Install NVIDIA Update then click the NEXT button. The system is completed. Then the driver installation is installing the components. Step 3: Check the Express then click the NEXT button. Step 5: Click the RESTART NOW button to restart the computer.
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...files, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 MINIMUM VOLTAGE、POWER TARGET、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Function: Apply to the previous applied setup. Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/ POWER TARGET can be...
...files, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 MINIMUM VOLTAGE、POWER TARGET、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Function: Apply to the previous applied setup. Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/ POWER TARGET can be...
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Function: Return to save the recorded files. Function: Restore the default setup. Function: Save the settings. Function: Set up a folder to MONITORING Page. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Monitoring panel settings: Function: Show the chosen items on the MONITORING PANEL.
Function: Return to save the recorded files. Function: Restore the default setup. Function: Save the settings. Function: Set up a folder to MONITORING Page. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Monitoring panel settings: Function: Show the chosen items on the MONITORING PANEL.
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... to change GPU OFFSET. When changing MEMORY CLOCK, represents PLUS and represents MINUS. When changing DEFAULT CLOCK, represents PLUS and represents MINUS. GPU CLOCK Under nVIDIA new structure, there are BASE and BOOST CLOCK under GPU Clock. Under most cases, BASE CLOCK is the combination of DEFAULT BOOST CLOCK and OFFSET...
... to change GPU OFFSET. When changing MEMORY CLOCK, represents PLUS and represents MINUS. When changing DEFAULT CLOCK, represents PLUS and represents MINUS. GPU CLOCK Under nVIDIA new structure, there are BASE and BOOST CLOCK under GPU Clock. Under most cases, BASE CLOCK is the combination of DEFAULT BOOST CLOCK and OFFSET...
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NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will show 0% if using a passive graphics card. MODE: shows Auto mode or Manual mode, users can adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph. Return to PROFILES page. FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: shows real time fan speed, it will be controlled automatically.
NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will show 0% if using a passive graphics card. MODE: shows Auto mode or Manual mode, users can adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph. Return to PROFILES page. FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: shows real time fan speed, it will be controlled automatically.
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The settings can be adjusted by dragging the scrollbar. Function: Set up where OSD will show during games through clicking on NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Function: Setup a shortcut key for SOFTWARE On-Screen Display (OSD). or by clicking on one of the 9 squares. Function: Setup shortcut keys and a folder to SETTINGS Page. OSD settings: Function: Return to save screenshots.
The settings can be adjusted by dragging the scrollbar. Function: Set up where OSD will show during games through clicking on NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 16 - Function: Setup a shortcut key for SOFTWARE On-Screen Display (OSD). or by clicking on one of the 9 squares. Function: Setup shortcut keys and a folder to SETTINGS Page. OSD settings: Function: Return to save screenshots.
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...are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product page. 6.FAQ When you are connected to the of your VGA is an updated OC GURU version available. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - 3.Update OC GURU The OC GURU version of fi...;cial GIGABYTE CONTECT US page. You can download the updated OC GURU version and it installs automatically. 4.PRODUCT INFO...
...are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product page. 6.FAQ When you are connected to the of your VGA is an updated OC GURU version available. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - 3.Update OC GURU The OC GURU version of fi...;cial GIGABYTE CONTECT US page. You can download the updated OC GURU version and it installs automatically. 4.PRODUCT INFO...
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In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to configure all your graphics card settings. The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. 3D settings Display Stereoscopic 3D Video NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - 3.3. Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel After installation of the display driver, right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel.
In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to configure all your graphics card settings. The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. 3D settings Display Stereoscopic 3D Video NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - 3.3. Right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel After installation of the display driver, right-click on the desktop and select NVIDIA Control Panel.
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... for all your Direct3D or OpenGL applications and to establish a unique set of 3D settings for a particular game or application. Set PhysX confiquration NVIDIA® PhysX® is launched. Adjust Image Settings with Preview If you are unfamiliar with 3D... and rendering settings of your GPU perfor- Software Installation mance. • Assign specific 3D settings to a game so that these settings automatically load when a game is a powerful physics engine that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your 3D...
... for all your Direct3D or OpenGL applications and to establish a unique set of 3D settings for a particular game or application. Set PhysX confiquration NVIDIA® PhysX® is launched. Adjust Image Settings with Preview If you are unfamiliar with 3D... and rendering settings of your GPU perfor- Software Installation mance. • Assign specific 3D settings to a game so that these settings automatically load when a game is a powerful physics engine that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your 3D...
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NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Display A variety of display features enable you to further manipulate and configure your display settings to do the following: &#...
NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Display A variety of display features enable you to further manipulate and configure your display settings to do the following: &#...
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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. 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. View HDCP...
... 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 have rotated your physical display and need to rotate the desktop to match the orientation of your display. View HDCP...
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...) that are connected to view your computer. Dual-Monitor Setup You can adjust desktop size and position for your displays. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to your desktop in one large vertical desktop (Vertical span...
...) that are connected to view your computer. Dual-Monitor Setup You can adjust desktop size and position for your displays. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to your desktop in one large vertical desktop (Vertical span...
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The details: http://www. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-main.html) View Compatibility With Games You can enable stereoscopic 3D, set depth, and set your 3D displays and 3D glasses. (To enable stereoscopic 3D function, you will need 3D displays and glasses. Stereoscopic 3D Tasks in the Stereoscopic 3D pages allow you to do the following: • Set up stereoscopic 3D • View compatibility with games Set Up Stereoscopic 3D You can view stereoscopic 3D compatibility with games.
The details: http://www. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 26 - nvidia.com/object/3d-vision-main.html) View Compatibility With Games You can enable stereoscopic 3D, set depth, and set your 3D displays and 3D glasses. (To enable stereoscopic 3D function, you will need 3D displays and glasses. Stereoscopic 3D Tasks in the Stereoscopic 3D pages allow you to do the following: • Set up stereoscopic 3D • View compatibility with games Set Up Stereoscopic 3D You can view stereoscopic 3D compatibility with games.
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... the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. ■ Ensure that the monitor and computer are not able to the monitor's manual.) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Press on the graphics card being installed. If necessary, adjust your computer. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in... graphics capabilities on your keyboard after system starts up. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for selection depend on your motherboard.
... the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. ■ Ensure that the monitor and computer are not able to the monitor's manual.) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - Press on the graphics card being installed. If necessary, adjust your computer. For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in... graphics capabilities on your keyboard after system starts up. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for selection depend on your motherboard.
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... applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 30 - With your help, we suggest that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly. Finally...
... applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 30 - With your help, we suggest that potentially hazardous substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly. Finally...
