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...; Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 106 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by U.S. No part of this copyright protection technology must be reproduced or transmitted in this card. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of GBT. Due to update the information contained herein. Use of this graphics card. The...
...; Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 106 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by U.S. No part of this copyright protection technology must be reproduced or transmitted in this card. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of GBT. Due to update the information contained herein. Use of this graphics card. The...
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GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE 10 4. Appendix 14 5.1. Minimum System Requirements 1 2. Software Installation 5 3.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation 5 3.1.2. Regulatory Statements 14 SLI Technology 4 3. Driver and Utility Installation 5 3.1.1. Troubleshooting Tips 13 5. Hardware Installation 3 2.1. Introduction 1 1.1. Table of Contents 1.
GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE 10 4. Appendix 14 5.1. Minimum System Requirements 1 2. Software Installation 5 3.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation 5 3.1.2. Regulatory Statements 14 SLI Technology 4 3. Driver and Utility Installation 5 3.1.1. Troubleshooting Tips 13 5. Hardware Installation 3 2.1. Introduction 1 1.1. Table of Contents 1.
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Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Windows® 8 - Introduction 1.1. Windows® 10 - Motherboard with one or above PCI-Express x 16 slot - 2GB system memory (4GB recommended) - Windows® 7 1 Optical drive for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) • Operating System - 1.
Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Windows® 8 - Introduction 1.1. Windows® 10 - Motherboard with one or above PCI-Express x 16 slot - 2GB system memory (4GB recommended) - Windows® 7 1 Optical drive for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) • Operating System - 1.
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... your card. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on your hands to a safely grounded object or to your computer and unplug power supply. 2. ※ Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can work on the graphics card. 2 Unpacking and installation...
... your card. Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on your hands to a safely grounded object or to your computer and unplug power supply. 2. ※ Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. If you work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can work on the graphics card. 2 Unpacking and installation...
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... card when it in place, and replace the computer cover. ※ If there are ready to them, or the system will not boot. Step 2. Connect the appropriate cable to prevent system instability. then align your computer. Hardware Installation Now that the gold edge connector of the graphics card is securely inserted. DVI-I (Dual Link) DVI-D (Dual Link) HDMI Mini HDMI Monitor Monitor D-sub Monitor 3 DisplayPort Monitor Mini DisplayPort Monitor Locate the PCI Express...
... card when it in place, and replace the computer cover. ※ If there are ready to them, or the system will not boot. Step 2. Connect the appropriate cable to prevent system instability. then align your computer. Hardware Installation Now that the gold edge connector of the graphics card is securely inserted. DVI-I (Dual Link) DVI-D (Dual Link) HDMI Mini HDMI Monitor Monitor D-sub Monitor 3 DisplayPort Monitor Mini DisplayPort Monitor Locate the PCI Express...
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... Link Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLI system, the following are connected together via SLI bridge connector in a system that two graphics cards are linked in parallel in an SLI configuration. 2-Way SLI Configuration: Two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers are required: An SLI certified motherboard with two or above PCI Express x16 slots to scale graphics performance. The...
... Link Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLI system, the following are connected together via SLI bridge connector in a system that two graphics cards are linked in parallel in an SLI configuration. 2-Way SLI Configuration: Two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers are required: An SLI certified motherboard with two or above PCI Express x16 slots to scale graphics performance. The...
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... the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program.) Step 1: Choose Express Install to install driver and XTREME ENGINE at once, or Customize Install to install them separately. Then click the Install item. 5 3. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Make sure your screen 3.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your system has installed DirectX 11 or later version. 2. Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1.
... the optical drive and execute the setup.exe program.) Step 1: Choose Express Install to install driver and XTREME ENGINE at once, or Customize Install to install them separately. Then click the Install item. 5 3. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Make sure your screen 3.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your system has installed DirectX 11 or later version. 2. Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1.
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Step 3: Click Browse to choose where you'd like GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE to be installed. If choosing Express Install, the window of XTREME ENGINE installation would appear first as the following picture. And then click the Next button. 6 Step 2: Click the Next button.
Step 3: Click Browse to choose where you'd like GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE to be installed. If choosing Express Install, the window of XTREME ENGINE installation would appear first as the following picture. And then click the Next button. 6 Step 2: Click the Next button.
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Step 6: Click the Install button. 7 Step 5: Check the box if you 'd like to place the shortcuts in Start Menu. Step 4: Click Browse to choose where you 'd like to create a desktop icon, and then click Next. And then click Next.
Step 6: Click the Install button. 7 Step 5: Check the box if you 'd like to place the shortcuts in Start Menu. Step 4: Click Browse to choose where you 'd like to create a desktop icon, and then click Next. And then click Next.
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Step 7: Click the Finish button to complete XTREME ENGINE installation. Step 8: After installing XTREME ENGINE, the window of NVIDIA Driver would appear. Step 9: Click the AGREE AND CONTINUE button. 8
Step 7: Click the Finish button to complete XTREME ENGINE installation. Step 8: After installing XTREME ENGINE, the window of NVIDIA Driver would appear. Step 9: Click the AGREE AND CONTINUE button. 8
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Step 10: Check Express (Recommended) and then click the NEXT button. Step 12: Click the Close button, and then restart your computer to complete driver installation. 9 Step 11: Installation begins.
Step 10: Check Express (Recommended) and then click the NEXT button. Step 12: Click the Close button, and then restart your computer to complete driver installation. 9 Step 11: Installation begins.
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GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE Users could adjust clock speeds, voltage, fan performance, and LED etc. Click DEFAULT to return to adjust GPU clock, memory clock, GPU voltage, power limit, and temperature. 3.1.2. OC Click on the upper left, click RESET to return to each model. Click on APPLY, the adjusted data will be saved in the profile on +/- , drag the control button or enter numbers to default setting. 10 according to their own preference through this intuitive interface. ※ The interface and functionality of the software is subject to previous setting.
GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE Users could adjust clock speeds, voltage, fan performance, and LED etc. Click DEFAULT to return to adjust GPU clock, memory clock, GPU voltage, power limit, and temperature. 3.1.2. OC Click on the upper left, click RESET to return to each model. Click on APPLY, the adjusted data will be saved in the profile on +/- , drag the control button or enter numbers to default setting. 10 according to their own preference through this intuitive interface. ※ The interface and functionality of the software is subject to previous setting.
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FAN Easy Setting: Turbo High fan speed to keep noise low 11 ADVANCED OC Easy Setting: OC mode High performance over clocking mode Gaming mode Default setting gaming mode ECO mode Energy saving, silent ECO mode Advanced Setting: Users could click on +/-, enter numbers, or move the white dots on the line chart to keep temperature low Auto Default mode Silent Low fan speed to adjust GPU clock and voltage.
FAN Easy Setting: Turbo High fan speed to keep noise low 11 ADVANCED OC Easy Setting: OC mode High performance over clocking mode Gaming mode Default setting gaming mode ECO mode Energy saving, silent ECO mode Advanced Setting: Users could click on +/-, enter numbers, or move the white dots on the line chart to keep temperature low Auto Default mode Silent Low fan speed to adjust GPU clock and voltage.
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Advanced Setting: Users could set different effects for each card by clicking EACH, or choose the same effect for every card by clicking ALL. 12 If more than one graphics cards are installed, users could enter numbers or move the white dots on the line chart to adjust fan speed and temperature. LED Users could also turn off the LED effects through this software. they could choose different styles, brightness, colors;
Advanced Setting: Users could set different effects for each card by clicking EACH, or choose the same effect for every card by clicking ALL. 12 If more than one graphics cards are installed, users could enter numbers or move the white dots on the line chart to adjust fan speed and temperature. LED Users could also turn off the LED effects through this software. they could choose different styles, brightness, colors;
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..., adjust your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to the card's display connector. Make sure that the monitor and computer are plugged in and receiving power. If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the display cable is correct. If you install the graphics driver. ...
..., adjust your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to the card's display connector. Make sure that the monitor and computer are plugged in and receiving power. If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the display cable is correct. If you install the graphics driver. ...
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... printing. Appendix 5.1. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any unauthorized purpose. Under the Directive, used equipment must not be imparted to change without our written permission, and the contents there of properly. 14 The parts and components have not intended to meet RoHS requirement. 5. Moreover, we at the time of Certain Hazardous Substances in this document is subject...
... printing. Appendix 5.1. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any unauthorized purpose. Under the Directive, used equipment must not be imparted to change without our written permission, and the contents there of properly. 14 The parts and components have not intended to meet RoHS requirement. 5. Moreover, we at the time of Certain Hazardous Substances in this document is subject...
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...needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of life by disposing of or recycling used...number listed in your product's user's manual and we can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product... and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product must ...
...needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of "end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of life by disposing of or recycling used...number listed in your product's user's manual and we can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product... and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product must ...
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China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: 16
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: 16
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