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... technology, some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this this manual.The author assumes no responsibility for home and other intellectual property rights.Use of their respective owners. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for any errors or omissions that is prohibited. NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev...
... technology, some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this this manual.The author assumes no responsibility for home and other intellectual property rights.Use of their respective owners. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for any errors or omissions that is prohibited. NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev...
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GIGABYTE OC Guru II...9 3.2. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 20 4. Regulatory Statements 29 - 2 - Software Installation...7 3.1. Appendix...29 5.1. Hardware Installation...5 2.1. Driver and Utility Installation 7 3.1.1. Troubleshooting Tips 28 5. Introduction...3 1.1. Driver Installation...7 3.1.2. Display Properties Pages 19 3.3. Table of Contents 1. Minimum System Requirements 3 2. SLI Technology...5 3.
GIGABYTE OC Guru II...9 3.2. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel 20 4. Regulatory Statements 29 - 2 - Software Installation...7 3.1. Appendix...29 5.1. Hardware Installation...5 2.1. Driver and Utility Installation 7 3.1.1. Troubleshooting Tips 28 5. Introduction...3 1.1. Driver Installation...7 3.1.2. Display Properties Pages 19 3.3. Table of Contents 1. Minimum System Requirements 3 2. SLI Technology...5 3.
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... the same point as the power supply case. 3. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the graphics card. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can work on the card before handling computer components. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 4 - Use a grounded wrist strap before proceeding. In order to your computer and unplug power supply. 2. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the bag that your...
... the same point as the power supply case. 3. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the graphics card. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can work on the card before handling computer components. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 4 - Use a grounded wrist strap before proceeding. In order to your computer and unplug power supply. 2. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the bag that your...
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... the display. Step 3. Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Now that the gold edge connector of the graphics card is fully seated. 2.1. Connect the appropriate cable to install your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. If necessary, remove the metal cover from this slot; Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Step 2. To Flat Panel Display To Flat Panel Display To HDMI Monitor To Mini HDMI Monitor...
... the display. Step 3. Hardware Installation Hardware Installation Now that the gold edge connector of the graphics card is fully seated. 2.1. Connect the appropriate cable to install your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. If necessary, remove the metal cover from this slot; Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. Step 2. To Flat Panel Display To Flat Panel Display To HDMI Monitor To Mini HDMI Monitor...
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... by motherboard manufacturer) Three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - An SLI bridge connector or 3-way SLI bridge connector In an SLI configuration, two/three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers are connected together via SLI bridge connector in an SLI configuration. The picture below shows that provides two/three x16 PCI Express slots to scale graphics performance. How NVIDIA®SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works...
... by motherboard manufacturer) Three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 6 - An SLI bridge connector or 3-way SLI bridge connector In an SLI configuration, two/three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers are connected together via SLI bridge connector in an SLI configuration. The picture below shows that provides two/three x16 PCI Express slots to scale graphics performance. How NVIDIA®SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works...
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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. 3. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Driver Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Step 2: Click the AGREE AND CONTINUE button. Software Installation First make sure your optical drive. Make sure...
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. 3. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Driver Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Step 2: Click the AGREE AND CONTINUE button. Software Installation First make sure your optical drive. Make sure...
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Then the driver installation is installing the components. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - The system is completed. Step 4: Check the Install NVIDIA Update then click the NEXT button. Step 5: Click the RESTART NOW button to restart the computer. Step 3: Check the Express then click the NEXT button.
Then the driver installation is installing the components. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 8 - The system is completed. Step 4: Check the Install NVIDIA Update then click the NEXT button. Step 5: Click the RESTART NOW button to restart the computer. Step 3: Check the Express then click the NEXT button.
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...Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/ POWER TARGET can not be adjusted. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to the previous applied setup. Function: Return to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 MINIMUM VOLTAGE、POWER TARGET、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. Function: Restore the default setup. Function: Apply to what has just been setup. Function: When it 's locked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/POWER TARGET can be changed.
...Function: When it 's unlocked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/ POWER TARGET can not be adjusted. NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 10 - OC GURU II: Profiles Users have 5 Profiles, 1/ 2/ 3/ 4/ 5 , to the previous applied setup. Function: Return to set up MONITORING、GPU CLOCK、MEMORY CLOCK、FAN、 MINIMUM VOLTAGE、POWER TARGET、OSD、ONLINE SUPPORT. Function: Restore the default setup. Function: Apply to what has just been setup. Function: When it 's locked, GPU CLOCK/MEMORY CLOCK/MINIMUM VOLTAGE/POWER TARGET can be changed.
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NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: shows real time fan speed, it will be controlled automatically. 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. MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will show 0% if using a passive graphics card.
NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 14 - FAN Show real time fan speed and fan mode SPEED: shows real time fan speed, it will be controlled automatically. 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. MANUAL mode, users can set up in SETTINGS SETTINGS: AUTO mode, fans will show 0% if using a passive graphics card.
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... the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated BIOS version available. You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated DRIVER version available. 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. You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically. - 17 - By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated DRIVER version available. 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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... item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is shown in the page. 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...
... item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is shown in the page. 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...
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Select Display Settings to change the resolution. 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. Software Installation You can move the slider to change the color quality. 3.2. Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. - 19 - You can click the item to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings.
Select Display Settings to change the resolution. 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. Software Installation You can move the slider to change the color quality. 3.2. Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for advanced settings. - 19 - You can click the item to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings.
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The NVIDIA Control Panel is used to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. 3D settings Display Stereoscopic 3D Video NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 20 - 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. In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to configure all your graphics card settings. 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 - 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. In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to configure all your graphics card settings. 3.3.
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Software Installation 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 to preview any changes you make for improved image quality and rendering. Manage 3D Settings The Manage 3D...
Software Installation 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 to preview any changes you make for improved image quality and rendering. Manage 3D Settings The Manage 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: • 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 optimize the use of information appearing on your displays. Tasks in the Display pages allow you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust ...
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: • 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 optimize the use of information appearing on your displays. Tasks in the Display pages allow you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust ...
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... modes. This is HDCPcapable. - 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 have rotated your physical display and need to rotate the desktop to match the orientation of the images on your desktop to change the orientation of your desktop. Software Installation These changes will not affect any video...
... modes. This is HDCPcapable. - 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 have rotated your physical display and need to rotate the desktop to match the orientation of the images on your desktop to change the orientation of your desktop. Software Installation These changes will not affect any video...
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... nView display modes here. • Only use of the displays (monitors) that are connected to your desktop in one of several multi-display modes to make the best use one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Dual-Monitor Setup You can adjust desktop size and position for your displays. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your computer. Adjust Desktop Size and Position You can set the display to output from two monitors on both display (Clone) • Configured...
... nView display modes here. • Only use of the displays (monitors) that are connected to your desktop in one of several multi-display modes to make the best use one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) NVIDIA Series Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Dual-Monitor Setup You can adjust desktop size and position for your displays. Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your computer. Adjust Desktop Size and Position You can set the display to output from two monitors on both display (Clone) • Configured...
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... quality and video color settings for optimal viewing. Note: Support for some features under Windows Vista is in its environment. • Change the position and size of the test images to do the following: • Adjust your television screen. Adjust Video Color Settings Use the controls on this page to view the changes as they happen. Tasks in the Video & Television pages allow you to monitor your ForceWare graphics driver version. Software Installation You can...
... quality and video color settings for optimal viewing. Note: Support for some features under Windows Vista is in its environment. • Change the position and size of the test images to do the following: • Adjust your television screen. Adjust Video Color Settings Use the controls on this page to view the changes as they happen. Tasks in the Video & Television pages allow you to monitor your ForceWare graphics driver version. Software Installation You can...
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... assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact your motherboard. Restart your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the card's display connector. If you are plugged in graphics to be disabled or to find the desired monitor color/resolution settings: The color and screen resolution options available for selection depend on the graphics card being installed. Check that the card is correct...
... assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact your motherboard. Restart your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the card's display connector. If you are plugged in graphics to be disabled or to find the desired monitor color/resolution settings: The color and screen resolution options available for selection depend on the graphics card being installed. Check that the card is correct...
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... Statement GIGABYTE will be prosecuted. Troubleshooting Tips Contravention will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE and PBB). Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to maximize the use internationally banned toxic chemicals. Under the Directive, used for any responsibility for errors or omissions in all GIGABYTE VGA Card fulfill...
... Statement GIGABYTE will be prosecuted. Troubleshooting Tips Contravention will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE and PBB). Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment In addition to maximize the use internationally banned toxic chemicals. Under the Directive, used for any responsibility for errors or omissions in all GIGABYTE VGA Card fulfill...