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... collection point for home and other intellectual property rights. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. GV-NX86T512H/ GV-NX86T256H/ GV-NX86T256H-ZL GeForce™ 8600 GT Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 102 12MD-NX86T2H-102R * The WEEE marking on VGA card,...that may void the warranty of their respective owners. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision. Copyright © 2007 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the property...
... collection point for home and other intellectual property rights. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by U.S. GV-NX86T512H/ GV-NX86T256H/ GV-NX86T256H-ZL GeForce™ 8600 GT Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 102 12MD-NX86T2H-102R * The WEEE marking on VGA card,...that may void the warranty of their respective owners. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by Macrovision. Copyright © 2007 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the property...
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... 3.1. Reflash BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 34 5.2. Hardware Installation 5 2.1. Hardware Installation 8 3. nView Properties pages 27 3.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 35 GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 2 - Driver Installation ...14 3.1.4. Introduction 3 1.1.
... 3.1. Reflash BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 34 5.2. Hardware Installation 5 2.1. Hardware Installation 8 3. nView Properties pages 27 3.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 35 GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 2 - Driver Installation ...14 3.1.4. Introduction 3 1.1.
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... with 450-watt is recommended • Operating System - Graphics cards working in an SLI configuration must be with two x16 physical connectors. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY). - 3 - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition - Windows®Vista - Windows® 2000 (Note) SLI technology requires... Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express x16 • Integrated with 256 MB GDDR3 memory (For GV-NX86T256H/GV-NX86T256H-ZL only) • Integrated with 512 MB GDDR2 memory (For GV-NX86T512H only) • Supports DirectX 9.0c & 10 • Supports NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable ...
... with 450-watt is recommended • Operating System - Graphics cards working in an SLI configuration must be with two x16 physical connectors. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY). - 3 - Windows® XP Professional x64 Edition - Windows®Vista - Windows® 2000 (Note) SLI technology requires... Processing Unit (GPU) • Supports PCI Express x16 • Integrated with 256 MB GDDR3 memory (For GV-NX86T256H/GV-NX86T256H-ZL only) • Integrated with 512 MB GDDR2 memory (For GV-NX86T512H only) • Supports DirectX 9.0c & 10 • Supports NVIDIA® SLI™ (Scalable ...
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An SLITM bridge connector GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 4 - A power supply with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct PCIe chipset driver - Two GV-NX86T256H/GV-NX86T256H-ZL/GV-NX86T512H - English • SLITM Configuration If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLITM system, the following is recommended - An SLITM certified motherboard with 1000-watt or above is required: -
An SLITM bridge connector GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 4 - A power supply with two PCI Express x16 slots and correct PCIe chipset driver - Two GV-NX86T256H/GV-NX86T256H-ZL/GV-NX86T512H - English • SLITM Configuration If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLITM system, the following is recommended - An SLITM certified motherboard with 1000-watt or above is required: -
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Remove any existing graphics card from the back of your graphics accelerator card. To remove the existing graphics card: 1. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 8 - If necessary, consult your computer. English 2.2. Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. Hardware Installation Installing Your graphics card.
Remove any existing graphics card from the back of your graphics accelerator card. To remove the existing graphics card: 1. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 8 - If necessary, consult your computer. English 2.2. Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your computer. 2. Remove the computer cover. Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect the display cable from your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. Hardware Installation Installing Your graphics card.
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GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 10 - English GIGABYTE Video Adapter for Nvidia Graphics Cards AV Out S-Video Out Connect to the AV Out port on the graphics card. HDTV Component (Y+Pr+Pb) (1) Connecting ...
GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 10 - English GIGABYTE Video Adapter for Nvidia Graphics Cards AV Out S-Video Out Connect to the AV Out port on the graphics card. HDTV Component (Y+Pr+Pb) (1) Connecting ...
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... CD-ROM Drive letter to be Drive D: The installation of SIS or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for that your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 12 - English 3. Or please contact your CD-ROM drive, you install the graphics card drivers for motherboard driver. When you insert the...
... CD-ROM Drive letter to be Drive D: The installation of SIS or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for that your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 12 - English 3. Or please contact your CD-ROM drive, you install the graphics card drivers for motherboard driver. When you insert the...
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.... Step 1: Found new hardware wizard: Video controller (VGA Compatible) Click the "Next" button to install the driver. (There is the step-by-step installation guide. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to install the driver from AUTORUN window. English 3.1.3. Driver Installation A. The...
.... Step 1: Found new hardware wizard: Video controller (VGA Compatible) Click the "Next" button to install the driver. (There is the step-by-step installation guide. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to install the driver from AUTORUN window. English 3.1.3. Driver Installation A. The...
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Click this icon to open the control panel. English 3.1.4. Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics accelerator from here. You can adjust the properties of the display drivers, you will find a NVIDIA icon area. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 16 - on the taskbar's status Right click the icon.
Click this icon to open the control panel. English 3.1.4. Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics accelerator from here. You can adjust the properties of the display drivers, you will find a NVIDIA icon area. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 16 - on the taskbar's status Right click the icon.
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... & Television In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you . Standard Settings Advanced Settings This follow pages provide details on configuring Advanced Settings. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 18 - The categories are : Standard Advanced Custom 3D Settings Tasks in the 3D Settings pages allow you to do...
... & Television In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you . Standard Settings Advanced Settings This follow pages provide details on configuring Advanced Settings. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 18 - The categories are : Standard Advanced Custom 3D Settings Tasks in the 3D Settings pages allow you to do...
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... 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-NX86T256H/GVNX86T256H-ZL/GV-NX86T512H graphics cards on an SLI-capable motherboard.
... 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-NX86T256H/GVNX86T256H-ZL/GV-NX86T512H graphics cards on an SLI-capable motherboard.
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GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Display A variety of display features enable you connect two monitors. Tasks in the Display pages allow you to do the following: ...
GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Display A variety of display features enable you connect two monitors. Tasks in the Display pages allow you to do the following: ...
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GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 22 - The Advanced Timing page enables you connect two monitors. You can create custom timing modes with the width, height, bit-color ...
GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 22 - The Advanced Timing page enables you connect two monitors. You can create custom timing modes with the width, height, bit-color ...
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... Display Matrix Model CRT+TV CRT+DVI DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT DVI +DVI CRT+CRT GV-NX86T256H Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes GV-NX86T256H-ZL Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes GV-NX86T512H Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 24 - English (3) As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) Vertical Span mode...
... Display Matrix Model CRT+TV CRT+DVI DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT DVI +DVI CRT+CRT GV-NX86T256H Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes GV-NX86T256H-ZL Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes GV-NX86T512H Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 24 - English (3) As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span) Vertical Span mode...
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Then click Next. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Step 7: Click Finish to preview the selected settings. English Step 6: Click the Preview button to apply the new television settings.
Then click Next. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 26 - Step 7: Click Finish to preview the selected settings. English Step 6: Click the Preview button to apply the new television settings.
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The setup wizard can also be accessed from this tab. nView Windows properties This tab allows you to control window and dialog box placement when using multiple monitors. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 28 - English nView Desktop Management properties ThistabcontainsinformationaboutthenViewDesktopManager. nView Profiles properties This tab contains a record all nView display settings for easy software setup.
The setup wizard can also be accessed from this tab. nView Windows properties This tab allows you to control window and dialog box placement when using multiple monitors. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 28 - English nView Desktop Management properties ThistabcontainsinformationaboutthenViewDesktopManager. nView Profiles properties This tab contains a record all nView display settings for easy software setup.
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GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 30 - nView Hot Keys properties This tab lets you can apply to your applications. nView Zoom properties This tab provides dynamic zoom functionality on the desktop. English nView Effects properties This tab provides special windows effects that you perform various actions with shortcut keys or key combinations. Also enables full screen video playback via the video mirroring control button.
GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 30 - nView Hot Keys properties This tab lets you can apply to your applications. nView Zoom properties This tab provides dynamic zoom functionality on the desktop. English nView Effects properties This tab provides special windows effects that you perform various actions with shortcut keys or key combinations. Also enables full screen video playback via the video mirroring control button.
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If Windows® does not show up. Click "OK". 5. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Then the AUTORUN window will show the CD automatically, please run following : D:\SETUP.exe (If D is not your graphics card. Click ...
If Windows® does not show up. Click "OK". 5. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 32 - Then the AUTORUN window will show the CD automatically, please run following : D:\SETUP.exe (If D is not your graphics card. Click ...
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To back up the current BIOS, at the A:\> prompt, type [BIOS flash utility name] -p [BIOS file name] (example: gvf19 -p X86T2H.F2) and press Enter. 6. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 34 - Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode. (For Windows® 2000/XP, you need a startup disk to restart the computer in ...
To back up the current BIOS, at the A:\> prompt, type [BIOS flash utility name] -p [BIOS file name] (example: gvf19 -p X86T2H.F2) and press Enter. 6. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 34 - Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode. (For Windows® 2000/XP, you need a startup disk to restart the computer in ...
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The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. English Display Refresh Screen Rate Resolution (Hz) 1600 x 1200 60~100 120 1920 x 1080 (16:9) 60~85 100 1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 100 1920 x 1440 60~85 2048 x 1536 60~85 2560 x 1600 60 (Dual-Link) Color Depth (bpp) 8bpp(256 color) Standard mode 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 16bpp (65K color) High mode 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 32bpp (16.7M) True mode 3 X 3 X 3 X 3 3 3 * This table is for reference only. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 36 -
The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. English Display Refresh Screen Rate Resolution (Hz) 1600 x 1200 60~100 120 1920 x 1080 (16:9) 60~85 100 1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 100 1920 x 1440 60~85 2048 x 1536 60~85 2560 x 1600 60 (Dual-Link) Color Depth (bpp) 8bpp(256 color) Standard mode 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 16bpp (65K color) High mode 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 32bpp (16.7M) True mode 3 X 3 X 3 X 3 3 3 * This table is for reference only. GV-NX86T256H(-ZL)/512H Graphics Accelerator - 36 -