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...the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states. Copyright © 2007 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Macrovision. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the property of their respective owners. Use of this ...this product must not be disposed of with user's other intellectual property rights. GV-NX84G256H GeForce™ 8400 GS Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 201 12MD-NX84G2H-201R * The WEEE marking on VGA card, this may appear in this document nor does the author make a commitment ...
...the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment!! * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states. Copyright © 2007 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by Macrovision. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the property of their respective owners. Use of this ...this product must not be disposed of with user's other intellectual property rights. GV-NX84G256H GeForce™ 8400 GS Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 201 12MD-NX84G2H-201R * The WEEE marking on VGA card, this may appear in this document nor does the author make a commitment ...
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...MB • Powered by allowing the graphics processing unit (GPU) to dynamically share the available system memory. Features • The graphics card supports NVIDIA TurboCache technology, which enhances graphics card performance by NVIDIA® GeForce™ 8400 GS Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports... with 256 MB GDDR2 memory • Supports NVIDIA® SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology via the PCI Express bus, the GV-NX84G256H requires driver version 158.27 or later. - 3 - Introduction The total effective VGA memory differs depending on system memory. Minimum ...
...MB • Powered by allowing the graphics processing unit (GPU) to dynamically share the available system memory. Features • The graphics card supports NVIDIA TurboCache technology, which enhances graphics card performance by NVIDIA® GeForce™ 8400 GS Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports... with 256 MB GDDR2 memory • Supports NVIDIA® SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology via the PCI Express bus, the GV-NX84G256H requires driver version 158.27 or later. - 3 - Introduction The total effective VGA memory differs depending on system memory. Minimum ...
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...power supply case. 3. If you work on a grounded anti-static mat. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. Shipping and handling may cause damage to your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON ...THE CARD. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can be easily damaged by static electricity, so the card should be left in ...
...power supply case. 3. If you work on a grounded anti-static mat. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. Shipping and handling may cause damage to your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON ...THE CARD. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can be easily damaged by static electricity, so the card should be left in ...
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Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 6 - To remove the existing graphics card: 1. Hardware Installation Installing Your graphics card. Remove the computer cover. Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your computer. 2. English 2.2. Remove any existing graphics card from the back of your graphics accelerator card. If necessary, consult your computer.
Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 6 - To remove the existing graphics card: 1. Hardware Installation Installing Your graphics card. Remove the computer cover. Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your computer. 2. English 2.2. Remove any existing graphics card from the back of your graphics accelerator card. If necessary, consult your computer.
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If necessary, remove the metal cover from the slot; then turn on the computer and monitor. If your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. 3. Replace the screws to the appropriate connector, as shown ... refer to proceed with a DVI-I connector, you can connect a flat panel display to fasten the card in firmly until the card is fully seated. * Please make sure that the gold edge connectors of the graphics card driver. To Flat Panel Display To TV/VCR To D-Sub Monitor You are now ready to next chapter...
If necessary, remove the metal cover from the slot; then turn on the computer and monitor. If your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. 3. Replace the screws to the appropriate connector, as shown ... refer to proceed with a DVI-I connector, you can connect a flat panel display to fasten the card in firmly until the card is fully seated. * Please make sure that the gold edge connectors of the graphics card driver. To Flat Panel Display To TV/VCR To D-Sub Monitor You are now ready to next chapter...
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... the same model on Desktop and select Properties. Figure 1 Step 1: After installing the graphics card driver, right-click on an SLI motherboard (Figure 1), users can enable SLI mode simply through the graphics card driver (For the GV-NX84G256H, driver version must be at least 158.27)(Note). Step 2: Click the GeForce 8400 GS tab when advanced...
... the same model on Desktop and select Properties. Figure 1 Step 1: After installing the graphics card driver, right-click on an SLI motherboard (Figure 1), users can enable SLI mode simply through the graphics card driver (For the GV-NX84G256H, driver version must be at least 158.27)(Note). Step 2: Click the GeForce 8400 GS tab when advanced...
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... If your TV has a Composite video connection, you can connect the RCA cable from your TV to the TV-Out port on the adapter. - 9 - English GIGABYTE Video Adapter for Nvidia Graphics Cards AV Out S-Video Out Connect to the AV Out port on the...
... If your TV has a Composite video connection, you can connect the RCA cable from your TV to the TV-Out port on the adapter. - 9 - English GIGABYTE Video Adapter for Nvidia Graphics Cards AV Out S-Video Out Connect to the AV Out port on the...
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... does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Or please contact your motherboard nearest dealer for your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. When you insert the driver CD into your CD-ROM drive, you install the graphics card drivers for the motherboard, which consist of SIS ...installation of Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP drivers is very simple. English 3. Operating System Requirement • When loading the graphics card drivers for the system, please make sure your system has installed DirectX 9.0c or later version. • If you can follow the ...
... does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 10 - Or please contact your motherboard nearest dealer for your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. When you insert the driver CD into your CD-ROM drive, you install the graphics card drivers for the motherboard, which consist of SIS ...installation of Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP drivers is very simple. English 3. Operating System Requirement • When loading the graphics card drivers for the system, please make sure your system has installed DirectX 9.0c or later version. • If you can follow the ...
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... Step 2: Found new hardware wizard: Searching and installing The wizard will automatically detect a new hardware in the system and pop out a "New Hardware Found" message. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Step 1: Found new hardware wizard: Video controller (VGA Compatible) Click the "Next" button to install the driver. (There is a driver CD...English 3.1.3. Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to install the driver from AUTORUN window. New hardware found After the graphics card is the step-by-step installation guide. Driver Installation A.
... Step 2: Found new hardware wizard: Searching and installing The wizard will automatically detect a new hardware in the system and pop out a "New Hardware Found" message. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 12 - Step 1: Found new hardware wizard: Video controller (VGA Compatible) Click the "Next" button to install the driver. (There is a driver CD...English 3.1.3. Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to install the driver from AUTORUN window. New hardware found After the graphics card is the step-by-step installation guide. Driver Installation A.
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English 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 (... game or application. Set SLI Configuration To enable SLI mode, select the Enable SLI Technology check box and click Apply after installation of two GV-NX84G256H graphics cards on an SLI-capable motherboard.
English 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 (... game or application. Set SLI Configuration To enable SLI mode, select the Enable SLI Technology check box and click Apply after installation of two GV-NX84G256H graphics cards on an SLI-capable motherboard.
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English Rotate Display The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you to change the orientation of your graphics card in order to support a variety of your display. Manage Custom Timings (Note 1) If you are an advanced user, you can ...advanced Change Resolution Attributes page to match the orientation of different display timings for ultimate flexibility for your desktop to portrait, landscape, and inverted modes. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 20 - This is present only in the Create Custom Timings page. Run Multiple Display Wizard (Note 2) This wizard will ...
English Rotate Display The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you to change the orientation of your graphics card in order to support a variety of your display. Manage Custom Timings (Note 1) If you are an advanced user, you can ...advanced Change Resolution Attributes page to match the orientation of different display timings for ultimate flexibility for your desktop to portrait, landscape, and inverted modes. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 20 - This is present only in the Create Custom Timings page. Run Multiple Display Wizard (Note 2) This wizard will ...
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English HDTV Setup Follow the steps below to connect an HDTV to your graphics card. Step 2: Go to the corresponding color. (Y= Green, Pr= Red, Pb= Blue). Step 4: Select Component in the Video & Television page. Step 1: Connect the HDTV component cable... appears, click Next. Connect the TV Out cable from the adapter to the TV Out port on the specifications of your HDTV) and click Next. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Select the Run television setup wizard (Note) item in the Connector Type screen. Step 5: Select a definition type for your HDTV (depending on your...
English HDTV Setup Follow the steps below to connect an HDTV to your graphics card. Step 2: Go to the corresponding color. (Y= Green, Pr= Red, Pb= Blue). Step 4: Select Component in the Video & Television page. Step 1: Connect the HDTV component cable... appears, click Next. Connect the TV Out cable from the adapter to the TV Out port on the specifications of your HDTV) and click Next. GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 24 - Select the Run television setup wizard (Note) item in the Connector Type screen. Step 5: Select a definition type for your HDTV (depending on your...
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GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 26 - English 3.1.6. Multiple desktops give you extra desktop areas on which to run your applications so you be more productive when using your applications. .... Enable the nView Desktop Manager features: Click the NVIDIA icon on all the nView Desktop Manager features. Click the "Enable" button to work with your graphics card. on one desktop. Step 2: Click Enable. Access nView properties page: To access the nView properties page, you connect two monitors. With nView you can set...
GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 26 - English 3.1.6. Multiple desktops give you extra desktop areas on which to run your applications so you be more productive when using your applications. .... Enable the nView Desktop Manager features: Click the NVIDIA icon on all the nView Desktop Manager features. Click the "Enable" button to work with your graphics card. on one desktop. Step 2: Click Enable. Access nView properties page: To access the nView properties page, you connect two monitors. With nView you can set...
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...shipped with the correct drive letter.) 4. Follow the Wizard's on your graphics card. English 3.2. To ensure you need to install the graphics card driver to take advantage of the higher performance, resolutions, and special graphics features of the graphics card. Software Installation If Windows® does not show up. Windows®... agreement. 8. Click Install Display Driver item, and follow the wizard to begin the Installation Wizard. 6. To install the graphics card driver for Windows® 2000, please insert the Installation CD. Click on the control bar. 2.
...shipped with the correct drive letter.) 4. Follow the Wizard's on your graphics card. English 3.2. To ensure you need to install the graphics card driver to take advantage of the higher performance, resolutions, and special graphics features of the graphics card. Software Installation If Windows® does not show up. Windows®... agreement. 8. Click Install Display Driver item, and follow the wizard to begin the Installation Wizard. 6. To install the graphics card driver for Windows® 2000, please insert the Installation CD. Click on the control bar. 2.
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... Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for the graphics card is correct. For more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot...whether the driver for more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in graphics capabilities on your monitor's setting by monitor's adjust panel to make the screen looks focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the monitor's manual.) GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 32 -
... Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for the graphics card is correct. For more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot...whether the driver for more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in graphics capabilities on your monitor's setting by monitor's adjust panel to make the screen looks focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the monitor's manual.) GV-NX84G256H Graphics Accelerator - 32 -