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... change in any from without the expressed, written permission of their respective owners. Notice Please do not remove any errors or omissions that may be reproduced or transmitted in technology, some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this booklet. GV-R96P256D / GV-R96P128DE Radeon 9600 PRO Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MD-R96P256D-101 Copyright © 2004 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
... change in any from without the expressed, written permission of their respective owners. Notice Please do not remove any errors or omissions that may be reproduced or transmitted in technology, some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this booklet. GV-R96P256D / GV-R96P128DE Radeon 9600 PRO Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MD-R96P256D-101 Copyright © 2004 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY...
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... 1.2. Board Layout 4 2.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 32 GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 2 - How to Reflash the BIOS 31 5.1.1. Reflash BIOS in Windows mode 31 5.2. Taskbar Icon ...14 3.1.6. Minimum System Requirement 3 2. Operating System Requirement 8 3.1.2. DirectX Installation ...9 3.1.3. English Table of Contents 1. Hardware Installation 6 3. Software Installation 8 3.1. Driver Installation ...10 3.1.4. Display Properties pages 17 3.2. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation 29 4. Troubleshooting Tips...
... 1.2. Board Layout 4 2.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows® XP 32 GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 2 - How to Reflash the BIOS 31 5.1.1. Reflash BIOS in Windows mode 31 5.2. Taskbar Icon ...14 3.1.6. Minimum System Requirement 3 2. Operating System Requirement 8 3.1.2. DirectX Installation ...9 3.1.3. English Table of Contents 1. Hardware Installation 6 3. Software Installation 8 3.1. Driver Installation ...10 3.1.4. Display Properties pages 17 3.2. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation 29 4. Troubleshooting Tips...
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... slot or better • Operating Systems Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP • 64MB system memory • 50MB of available disk space for GV-R96P128DE) • Supports DirectX 9.0 • Supports AV / S-Video output • Supports TV-Out and D-Sub connector • Supports DVI-I connector 1.2. Introduction English 1. Minimum System Requirement • IBM® or 100% PC compatible with 128MB DDR memory (Only for full installation • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive - 3 - Introduction 1.1.
... slot or better • Operating Systems Windows® 2000 / Windows® XP • 64MB system memory • 50MB of available disk space for GV-R96P128DE) • Supports DirectX 9.0 • Supports AV / S-Video output • Supports TV-Out and D-Sub connector • Supports DVI-I connector 1.2. Introduction English 1. Minimum System Requirement • IBM® or 100% PC compatible with 128MB DDR memory (Only for full installation • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive - 3 - Introduction 1.1.
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Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout DVI-I Connector TV-Out VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output Analog LCD Monitor NTSC / PAL TV Projector VGA Output DVI-I Connector TV-out VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) DVI-I to D-Sub Connector AV Output S-VideoOutput OR VGA Output Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 4 - English 2.
Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout DVI-I Connector TV-Out VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) Digital LCD Monitor DVI Output Analog LCD Monitor NTSC / PAL TV Projector VGA Output DVI-I Connector TV-out VGA Monitor Connector (15-pin) DVI-I to D-Sub Connector AV Output S-VideoOutput OR VGA Output Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 4 - English 2.
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.... Remove any on the motherboard. For more information, see you are ready to disable it on -board graphics capability, you may need to install your graphics accelerator card: 1. Or, if your computer has any existing graphics card from the back of your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. Now that you have prepared your computer, you computer documentation. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 6 - English 2.2. If necessary...
.... Remove any on the motherboard. For more information, see you are ready to disable it on -board graphics capability, you may need to install your graphics accelerator card: 1. Or, if your computer has any existing graphics card from the back of your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. 3. Now that you have prepared your computer, you computer documentation. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 6 - English 2.2. If necessary...
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... Panel Display To VGA Monitor 7-Pin for detailed instructions. - 7 - then align your graphics card; Please refer to next chapter for TV-out only You are now ready to fasten the card in firmly until the card is fully seated. 5. English 4. Hardware Installation Replace the screw to proceed with the AGP slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. 6. Locate the AGP slot. Plug the display cable...
... Panel Display To VGA Monitor 7-Pin for detailed instructions. - 7 - then align your graphics card; Please refer to next chapter for TV-out only You are now ready to fasten the card in firmly until the card is fully seated. 5. English 4. Hardware Installation Replace the screw to proceed with the AGP slot, and press it in place, and replace the computer cover. 6. Locate the AGP slot. Plug the display cable...
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... AUTORUN window (if it does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). Then you can follow the guides to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection 3.1.3 "Driver installation" to install the driver for your motherboard nearest dealer for that your CD-ROM Drive letter to be Drive D: The installation of SIS, or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for motherboard driver. Or please contact your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. English 3. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Software Installation...
... AUTORUN window (if it does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). Then you can follow the guides to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection 3.1.3 "Driver installation" to install the driver for your motherboard nearest dealer for that your CD-ROM Drive letter to be Drive D: The installation of SIS, or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for motherboard driver. Or please contact your graphics accelerator.) 3.1. English 3. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 8 - Software Installation...
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... new hardware wizard: Video controller (VGA Compatible) Click the Next button to finish the installation. New hardware found After the graphics card is inserted into your graphics accelerator, please insert it automatically. The following is a driver CD disk that came with your computer at the first time, the windows will search for the driver and install it now.) Or click the Cancel button to install the driver from AUTORUN window. Driver Installation A. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator...
... new hardware wizard: Video controller (VGA Compatible) Click the Next button to finish the installation. New hardware found After the graphics card is inserted into your graphics accelerator, please insert it automatically. The following is a driver CD disk that came with your computer at the first time, the windows will search for the driver and install it now.) Or click the Cancel button to install the driver from AUTORUN window. Driver Installation A. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator...
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... , please run "D:\setup.exe". Click the Install Display Drivers (Radeon 9600 Series) item. Click Yes button. Click the Finish button to restart computer. Driver installation (Autorun Window) Insert the driver CD disk into your CD-ROM, and then you can see the AUTORUN window. Step 3. English B. When autorun window show up , click the Install Display Drivers (Radeon 9600 Series) item. Setp 4. Click Express or Custom icon. Step 5. Software Installation Step 1. Windows installings the components...
... , please run "D:\setup.exe". Click the Install Display Drivers (Radeon 9600 Series) item. Click Yes button. Click the Finish button to restart computer. Driver installation (Autorun Window) Insert the driver CD disk into your CD-ROM, and then you can see the AUTORUN window. Step 3. English B. When autorun window show up , click the Install Display Drivers (Radeon 9600 Series) item. Setp 4. Click Express or Custom icon. Step 5. Software Installation Step 1. Windows installings the components...
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Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics card's enhanced and other information. Click "Advanced" after clicking Settings. You can link to change your display settings. You may click the "Display Properties" item, and then click Settings. Right-click the icon. Click the appropriate tab to GIGABYTE website for updated information about the graphics accelerator, latest drivers, and other functions. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Click the VGA Information item into...
Taskbar Icon After installation of the graphics card's enhanced and other information. Click "Advanced" after clicking Settings. You can link to change your display settings. You may click the "Display Properties" item, and then click Settings. Right-click the icon. Click the appropriate tab to GIGABYTE website for updated information about the graphics accelerator, latest drivers, and other functions. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 14 - Click the VGA Information item into...
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... you need to Fig. 3). You can right-click on ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center icon to select HYDRAVISIONTM> HYDRAVISIONTM Properties to set the HYDRAVISION (refer to manage increased amounts of the display drivers, you work. English ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center: After installation of information across your computer desktop. Or you to quickly and easily tailor your graphics card settings. The ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center is used to Fig. 2). Fig. 3 GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator...
... you need to Fig. 3). You can right-click on ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center icon to select HYDRAVISIONTM> HYDRAVISIONTM Properties to set the HYDRAVISION (refer to manage increased amounts of the display drivers, you work. English ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center: After installation of information across your computer desktop. Or you to quickly and easily tailor your graphics card settings. The ATI CATALYSTTM Control Center is used to Fig. 2). Fig. 3 GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator...
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Display Matrix Model CRT+TV CRT+DVI DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT GV-R96P256D Yes Yes Yes Yes GV-R96P128DE Yes Yes Yes Yes - 17 - Software Installation English 3.1.6. You can click the item to change the color quality. You can move the slider to change the resolution. Settings (Resolutions and Color depth for adapter and setting. Click the Advanced button for Windows) You may adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box. The Display Properties dialog box...
Display Matrix Model CRT+TV CRT+DVI DVI+TV DVI+TV+CRT GV-R96P256D Yes Yes Yes Yes GV-R96P128DE Yes Yes Yes Yes - 17 - Software Installation English 3.1.6. You can click the item to change the color quality. You can move the slider to change the resolution. Settings (Resolutions and Color depth for adapter and setting. Click the Advanced button for Windows) You may adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box. The Display Properties dialog box...
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... View Properties: The CATALYST Control Center dashboard supports three types of a modifier key or keys, such as changing a graphics setting or opening an application. It provides a single button in the left navigation pane. The Custom view is recommended for experienced users who want to the advanced features on each main page. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 18 - The Standard view is recommended for novice users. Advanced View...
... View Properties: The CATALYST Control Center dashboard supports three types of a modifier key or keys, such as changing a graphics setting or opening an application. It provides a single button in the left navigation pane. The Custom view is recommended for experienced users who want to the advanced features on each main page. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 18 - The Standard view is recommended for novice users. Advanced View...
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Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card installed in your own personal video settings that can use profiles to select the appropriate card before creating, loading, or activating a Profile. Software Installation Define and save your computer, you need to create customized environments for your desktop, video, and 3D applications. The CATALYST Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always...
Preferences Properties: The Preferences page helps to a specific graphics card. If there is more than one graphics card installed in your own personal video settings that can use profiles to select the appropriate card before creating, loading, or activating a Profile. Software Installation Define and save your computer, you need to create customized environments for your desktop, video, and 3D applications. The CATALYST Control Center Preferences page contains the following options: Always...
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... you require technical support. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Information Center The Information Center provides detailed information in one location about the installed graphics hardware, graphics software, system hardware, and system software. The System Software tab includes information such as the installed versions of Windows and Microsoft DirectX. The System Hardware tab includes information such as the installed CPU type and speed, the installed BIOS and version, and the installed motherboard chipset. The Graphics Software...
... you require technical support. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 20 - Information Center The Information Center provides detailed information in one location about the installed graphics hardware, graphics software, system hardware, and system software. The System Software tab includes information such as the installed versions of Windows and Microsoft DirectX. The System Hardware tab includes information such as the installed CPU type and speed, the installed BIOS and version, and the installed motherboard chipset. The Graphics Software...
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... Video setting you can set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue. Theater Mode Use Theater Mode to change the way you view streaming video. - 27 - The Color curve is a graphical representation of all the values of color. Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast can be useful for 3D games that require realistic color. Software Installation To adjust the overall brightness use the Brightness control, and the overall contrast use the Contrast control. Color - Adjusting...
... Video setting you can set Gamma, Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Hue. Theater Mode Use Theater Mode to change the way you view streaming video. - 27 - The Color curve is a graphical representation of all the values of color. Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast can be useful for 3D games that require realistic color. Software Installation To adjust the overall brightness use the Brightness control, and the overall contrast use the Contrast control. Color - Adjusting...
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... made the changes you can manually adjust the AGP bus settings to meet the individual requirements of AGP bus tests in order to determine the optimal settings for submission to reset the graphics processor without requiring a system restart. When this happens, the display driver attempts to display-driver instructions. if your computer. Should the computer be able to ATI Technologies. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 28 - English SMARTGARTTM : SMARTGARTTM is a software testing and...
... made the changes you can manually adjust the AGP bus settings to meet the individual requirements of AGP bus tests in order to determine the optimal settings for submission to reset the graphics processor without requiring a system restart. When this happens, the display driver attempts to display-driver instructions. if your computer. Should the computer be able to ATI Technologies. GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 28 - English SMARTGARTTM : SMARTGARTTM is a software testing and...
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... your computer, you install the latest driver, insert the Installation CD that shipped with your CD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter.) 4. Then the AUTORUN window will show the CD automatically, please run following : D:\SETUP.exe (If D is not your graphics card. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation With Windows running on -screen instructions to take advantage of the higher performance, resolutions, and special graphics features of the graphics card.
... your computer, you install the latest driver, insert the Installation CD that shipped with your CD-ROM drive, substitute D with the correct drive letter.) 4. Then the AUTORUN window will show the CD automatically, please run following : D:\SETUP.exe (If D is not your graphics card. Windows® 2000 Driver Installation With Windows running on -screen instructions to take advantage of the higher performance, resolutions, and special graphics features of the graphics card.
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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 securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 30 - Press the F8 key on your motherboard. When the Windows Advanced Options Menu appears, select Safe Mode and press Enter. English 4. If necessary, adjust your keyboard after system starts up.
...; 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 securely fastened to the monitor's manual.) GV-R96P256D/GV-R96P128DE Graphics Accelerator - 30 - Press the F8 key on your motherboard. When the Windows Advanced Options Menu appears, select Safe Mode and press Enter. English 4. If necessary, adjust your keyboard after system starts up.
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...-right corner @VGA flash BIOS utility. 2. icon in Windows mode 1. Update BIOS through the Internet a. Download the BIOS ZIP file for you. (@VGA will not download/update the BIOS if it detects the current BIOS on -screen instructions. - 31 - d. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode. (For Windows 2000/XP, you will automatically download the BIOS for your card from GIGABYTE @VGA server and do the update for your card from your hard disk or floppy disk. Wait...
...-right corner @VGA flash BIOS utility. 2. icon in Windows mode 1. Update BIOS through the Internet a. Download the BIOS ZIP file for you. (@VGA will not download/update the BIOS if it detects the current BIOS on -screen instructions. - 31 - d. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode. (For Windows 2000/XP, you will automatically download the BIOS for your card from GIGABYTE @VGA server and do the update for your card from your hard disk or floppy disk. Wait...