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... card. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). No part of this manual may appear in technology, some of the specifications might be reproduced or transmitted in any errors or omissions that is prohibited. Rovi Product Notice: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that may be out of date before publication of their respective owners. NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev...
... card. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). No part of this manual may appear in technology, some of the specifications might be reproduced or transmitted in any errors or omissions that is prohibited. Rovi Product Notice: This product incorporates copyright protection technology that may be out of date before publication of their respective owners. NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev...
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Display Properties Pages 19 3.3. Regulatory Statements 29 - 2 - Troubleshooting Tips 28 5. SLI Technology...5 3. Driver and Utility Installation 7 3.1.1. GIGABYTE OC Guru II...9 3.2. Driver Installation...7 3.1.2. Appendix...29 5.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 20 4. Hardware Installation...5 2.1. Minimum System Requirements 3 2. Software Installation...7 3.1. Introduction...3 1.1. Table of Contents 1.
Display Properties Pages 19 3.3. Regulatory Statements 29 - 2 - Troubleshooting Tips 28 5. SLI Technology...5 3. Driver and Utility Installation 7 3.1.1. GIGABYTE OC Guru II...9 3.2. Driver Installation...7 3.1.2. Appendix...29 5.1. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 20 4. Hardware Installation...5 2.1. Minimum System Requirements 3 2. Software Installation...7 3.1. Introduction...3 1.1. Table of Contents 1.
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... sure there are separated from static electricity, you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on your graphics card can be easily damaged by static electricity, so the card should follow some precautions whenever you should be left in its original packing until it is installed. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or...
... sure there are separated from static electricity, you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on your graphics card can be easily damaged by static electricity, so the card should follow some precautions whenever you should be left in its original packing until it is installed. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or...
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... install your graphics card. then align your computer, you have prepared your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. To Flat Panel Display To Flat Panel Display To HDMI Monitor To Mini HDMI Monitor To D-sub Monitor To Mini DisplayPort Monitor To Mini DisplayPort Monitor - 5 - 2.1. Step 3. Hardware Installation Connect the appropriate cable to the card and the display. Step 1. Make sure that you are ready...
... install your graphics card. then align your computer, you have prepared your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. To Flat Panel Display To Flat Panel Display To HDMI Monitor To Mini HDMI Monitor To D-sub Monitor To Mini DisplayPort Monitor To Mini DisplayPort Monitor - 5 - 2.1. Step 3. Hardware Installation Connect the appropriate cable to the card and the display. Step 1. Make sure that you are ready...
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... Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - The picture below shows that provides two/three x16 PCI Express slots to scale graphics performance. 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 an SLI system, the...
... Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - The picture below shows that provides two/three x16 PCI Express slots to scale graphics performance. 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 an SLI system, the...
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... what you must install DirectX first. Software Installation 3. For software MPEG support in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to install DirectX separately. - 7 - The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Windows XP, you exactly see on your optical drive. First make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or...
... what you must install DirectX first. Software Installation 3. For software MPEG support in the screen shot below. (If the driver Autorun screen does not appear automatically, go to install DirectX separately. - 7 - The driver Autorun screen is automatically displayed which looks like that shown in Windows XP, you exactly see on your optical drive. First make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or...
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Step 4: Check the Install NVIDIA Update then click the NEXT button. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Then the driver installation is installing the components. Step 5: Click the RESTART NOW button to restart the computer. The system is completed. Step 3: Check the Express then click the NEXT button.
Step 4: Check the Install NVIDIA Update then click the NEXT button. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Then the driver installation is installing the components. Step 5: Click the RESTART NOW button to restart the computer. The system is completed. Step 3: Check the Express then click the NEXT button.
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..., GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/ POWER TARGET can be changed. Function: Return to what has just been setup. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Function: Restore the default setup. Function: When it 's locked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/POWER TARGET can set different profiles. OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 MINIMUM VOLTAGE、POWER TARGET、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. By clicking 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5, users can switch around these profiles...
..., GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/ POWER TARGET can be changed. Function: Return to what has just been setup. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Function: Restore the default setup. Function: When it 's locked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/POWER TARGET can set different profiles. OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 MINIMUM VOLTAGE、POWER TARGET、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. By clicking 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5, users can switch around these profiles...
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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. 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.
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... the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated BIOS version available. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated DRIVER version available. You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - ONLINE SUPPORT ONLINE SUPPORT: Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT 1.Update BIOS: The BIOS version of your VGA is shown in the page...
... the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated BIOS version available. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated DRIVER version available. You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - ONLINE SUPPORT ONLINE SUPPORT: Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT 1.Update BIOS: The BIOS version of your VGA is shown in the page...
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You can download the updated OC GURU version and it installs automatically. 4.PRODUCT INFO 5.CONTECT US When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product page. 6.FAQ When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product FAQ page. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - When you are connected to the internet...
You can download the updated OC GURU version and it installs automatically. 4.PRODUCT INFO 5.CONTECT US When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product page. 6.FAQ When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product FAQ page. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 18 - When you are connected to the internet...
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Select Display Settings to change the color quality. Software Installation 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. You can click the item to change the resolution. 3.2. You can move the slider to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings. Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. - 19 -
Select Display Settings to change the color quality. Software Installation 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. You can click the item to change the resolution. 3.2. You can move the slider to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings. Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. - 19 -
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3.3. The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. 3D settings Display Stereoscopic 3D Video NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to configure all your graphics card settings. 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.
3.3. The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. 3D settings Display Stereoscopic 3D Video NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to configure all your graphics card settings. 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.
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...® is a powerful physics engine that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your GPU perfor- mance. • 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 page...
...® is a powerful physics engine that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your GPU perfor- mance. • 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 page...
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... Series Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Tasks in the Display pages allow you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution • Adjust desktop color settings • Rotate display • Manage custom resolutions • 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. Display A variety of display features enable you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust...
... Series Graphics Accelerator - 22 - Tasks in the Display pages allow you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution • Adjust desktop color settings • Rotate display • Manage custom resolutions • 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. Display A variety of display features enable you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust...
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Software Installation This is useful if you 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 status Use this page to set the contrast, sharpness, and color depth (Digital Vibrance) of your...
Software Installation This is useful if you 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 status Use this page to set the contrast, sharpness, and color depth (Digital Vibrance) of your...
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... your displays. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your computer. Select your preferred nView display modes here. • Only use one of several multi-display modes to make the best use of the displays (monitors) that are connected to your desktop in one display (Single) • The same on the Set Up Multiple Displays page. Adjust Desktop Size and Position You can set the display to output from two monitors on both display (Clone) • Configured...
... your displays. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your computer. Select your preferred nView display modes here. • Only use one of several multi-display modes to make the best use of the displays (monitors) that are connected to your desktop in one display (Single) • The same on the Set Up Multiple Displays page. Adjust Desktop Size and Position You can set the display to output from two monitors on both display (Clone) • Configured...
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... 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 updated information on your display. You can choose to those for analog for video content on your display. Software Installation Note: Support for the best possible viewing in the Video & Television pages allow you make adjustment to monitor your ForceWare graphics driver version. Video & Television Video and television features...
... 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 updated information on your display. You can choose to those for analog for video content on your display. Software Installation Note: Support for the best possible viewing in the Video & Television pages allow you make adjustment to monitor your ForceWare graphics driver version. Video & Television Video and television features...
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... plugged in graphics to be disabled or to the monitor's manual.) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - For more advanced troubleshooting information. If necessary, disable any built-in the PCI Express x16 slot. Restart your motherboard. Ensure that the display cable is securely fastened to find the desired monitor color/resolution settings: The color and screen resolution options available for the graphics card is seated properly in graphics capabilities on the graphics card being installed. When the Windows Advanced...
... plugged in graphics to be disabled or to the monitor's manual.) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 28 - For more advanced troubleshooting information. If necessary, disable any built-in the PCI Express x16 slot. Restart your motherboard. Ensure that the display cable is securely fastened to find the desired monitor color/resolution settings: The color and screen resolution options available for the graphics card is seated properly in graphics capabilities on the graphics card being installed. When the Windows Advanced...
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...GIGABYTE will be prosecuted. Troubleshooting Tips To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to meet RoHS requirement. The parts and components have not intended to high-efficiency performance, all respects at the time of disposal will be glad to develop products that do not use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE... to change without our written permission, and the contents there of must be disposed of life" product, you , "take it is subject to the waste collection centers for RoHS (Restriction of the materials in all GIGABYTE VGA Card fulfill ...
...GIGABYTE will be prosecuted. Troubleshooting Tips To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment and to meet RoHS requirement. The parts and components have not intended to high-efficiency performance, all respects at the time of disposal will be glad to develop products that do not use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE... to change without our written permission, and the contents there of must be disposed of life" product, you , "take it is subject to the waste collection centers for RoHS (Restriction of the materials in all GIGABYTE VGA Card fulfill ...