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... are the properties of the specifications might be reproduced or transmitted in this card. Notice Please do not remove any form without the expressed, written permission of this manual. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by U.S. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 106 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO...
... are the properties of the specifications might be reproduced or transmitted in this card. Notice Please do not remove any form without the expressed, written permission of this manual. Reverse engineering or disassembly is protected by U.S. patents and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 106 Copyright © 2012 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO...
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Software Installation 5 3.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation 5 3.1.2. Minimum System Requirements 1 2. Troubleshooting Tips 13 5. Driver and Utility Installation 5 3.1.1. Appendix 14 5.1. Table of Contents 1. Regulatory Statements 14 SLI Technology 4 3. GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE 10 4. Introduction 1 1.1. Hardware Installation 3 2.1.
Software Installation 5 3.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation 5 3.1.2. Minimum System Requirements 1 2. Troubleshooting Tips 13 5. Driver and Utility Installation 5 3.1.1. Appendix 14 5.1. Table of Contents 1. Regulatory Statements 14 SLI Technology 4 3. GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE 10 4. Introduction 1 1.1. Hardware Installation 3 2.1.
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1. Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Windows® 10 - Introduction 1.1. Optical drive for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) • Operating System - Motherboard with one or above PCI-Express x 16 slot - 2GB system memory (4GB recommended) - Windows® 7 1 Windows® 8 -
1. Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Windows® 10 - Introduction 1.1. Optical drive for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) • Operating System - Motherboard with one or above PCI-Express x 16 slot - 2GB system memory (4GB recommended) - Windows® 7 1 Windows® 8 -
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... done on a grounded anti-static mat. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the card before handling computer components. Use a grounded wrist strap before proceeding. ☛ DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. ☛ In order to ensure... the power supply case. 3. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can work on the bag that your card. To protect them against damage from the system. Unpacking and installation should be left in its original packing until it is installed. ※ Expansion cards contain ...
... done on a grounded anti-static mat. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the card before handling computer components. Use a grounded wrist strap before proceeding. ☛ DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. ☛ In order to ensure... the power supply case. 3. The card contains sensitive electric components, which can work on the bag that your card. To protect them against damage from the system. Unpacking and installation should be left in its original packing until it is installed. ※ Expansion cards contain ...
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... graphics card. Do not touch the card when it in place, and replace the computer cover. ※ If there are ready to install your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it 's operating to prevent system instability. Replace the screw to fasten the card in firmly until the card is securely inserted. Step 3. DVI-I (Dual Link) DVI-D (Dual Link) HDMI Mini HDMI Monitor Monitor D-sub Monitor 3 DisplayPort Monitor Mini DisplayPort Monitor Connect...
... graphics card. Do not touch the card when it in place, and replace the computer cover. ※ If there are ready to install your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it 's operating to prevent system instability. Replace the screw to fasten the card in firmly until the card is securely inserted. Step 3. DVI-I (Dual Link) DVI-D (Dual Link) HDMI Mini HDMI Monitor Monitor D-sub Monitor 3 DisplayPort Monitor Mini DisplayPort Monitor Connect...
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... SLI system, the following are required: An SLI certified motherboard with two or above PCI-E x16 slots and correct chipset driver A two-way SLI bridge connector In an SLI configuration, two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers 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 type (Example: GeForce® GTX 1080 G1 Gaming) SLI bridge connector...
... SLI system, the following are required: An SLI certified motherboard with two or above PCI-E x16 slots and correct chipset driver A two-way SLI bridge connector In an SLI configuration, two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufacturers 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 type (Example: GeForce® GTX 1080 G1 Gaming) SLI bridge connector...
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... Computer, double-click 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. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Then click the Install item. 5 First make sure your screen 3.1. Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your optical...
... Computer, double-click 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. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Then click the Install item. 5 First make sure your screen 3.1. Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation After installing the operating system, insert the driver disk into your optical...
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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. 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.
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Step 4: Click Browse to choose where you 'd like to create a desktop icon, 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. And then click Next.
Step 4: Click Browse to choose where you 'd like to create a desktop icon, 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. And then click Next.
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Step 8: After installing XTREME ENGINE, the window of NVIDIA Driver would appear. Step 7: Click the Finish button to complete XTREME ENGINE installation. Step 9: Click the AGREE AND CONTINUE button. 8
Step 8: After installing XTREME ENGINE, the window of NVIDIA Driver would appear. Step 7: Click the Finish button to complete XTREME ENGINE installation. 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 11: Installation begins. Step 12: Click the Close button, and then restart your computer to complete driver installation. 9
Step 10: Check Express (Recommended) and then click the NEXT button. Step 11: Installation begins. Step 12: Click the Close button, and then restart your computer to complete driver installation. 9
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Click on APPLY, the adjusted data will be saved in the profile on +/- , drag the control button or enter numbers to previous setting. according to their own preference through this intuitive interface. ※ The interface and functionality of the software is subject to default setting. 10 GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE Users could adjust clock speeds, voltage, fan performance, and LED etc. OC Click on the upper left, click RESET to return to adjust GPU clock, memory clock, GPU voltage, power limit, and temperature. 3.1.2. Click DEFAULT 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 previous setting. according to their own preference through this intuitive interface. ※ The interface and functionality of the software is subject to default setting. 10 GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE Users could adjust clock speeds, voltage, fan performance, and LED etc. OC Click on the upper left, click RESET to return to adjust GPU clock, memory clock, GPU voltage, power limit, and temperature. 3.1.2. Click DEFAULT to return to each model.
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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 noise low 11 FAN Easy Setting: Turbo High fan speed to keep temperature low Auto Default mode Silent Low fan speed to adjust GPU clock and voltage.
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 noise low 11 FAN Easy Setting: Turbo High fan speed to keep temperature low Auto Default mode Silent Low fan speed to adjust GPU clock and voltage.
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If more than one graphics cards are installed, users could choose different styles, brightness, colors; LED Users could set different effects for each card by clicking EACH, or choose the same effect for every card by clicking ALL. 12 they could enter numbers or move the white dots on the line chart to adjust fan speed and temperature. Advanced Setting: Users could also turn off the LED effects through this software.
If more than one graphics cards are installed, users could choose different styles, brightness, colors; LED Users could set different effects for each card by clicking EACH, or choose the same effect for every card by clicking ALL. 12 they could enter numbers or move the white dots on the line chart to adjust fan speed and temperature. Advanced Setting: Users could also turn off the LED effects through this software.
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.... 13 Press on the graphics card being installed. ※ If necessary, adjust your motherboard. After getting into Safe Mode, in Device Manager, check whether the driver for the graphics card is correct. If you are plugged in and receiving power. If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to find the desired monitor color/resolution settings: The color and screen resolution options available for more...
.... 13 Press on the graphics card being installed. ※ If necessary, adjust your motherboard. After getting into Safe Mode, in Device Manager, check whether the driver for the graphics card is correct. If you are plugged in and receiving power. If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to find the desired monitor color/resolution settings: The color and screen resolution options available for more...
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...To prevent releasing harmful substances into the environment and to meet RoHS requirement. We believe that the information in all GIGABYTE VGA Cards fulfill European Union regulations for errors or omissions in your "end of life" product: Restriction of must not be imparted to add hazardous ... directives, as well as a commitment by GIGABYTE. The parts and components have not intended to a third party nor be construed as most of the materials in this document is subject to develop products that do not use of electric and electronic devices and their components...
...To prevent releasing harmful substances into the environment and to meet RoHS requirement. We believe that the information in all GIGABYTE VGA Cards fulfill European Union regulations for errors or omissions in your "end of life" product: Restriction of must not be imparted to add hazardous ... directives, as well as a commitment by GIGABYTE. The parts and components have not intended to a third party nor be construed as most of the materials in this document is subject to develop products that do not use of electric and electronic devices and their components...
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... centers for activation of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered 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 for recycling. ☛ If you need...
... centers for activation of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered 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 for recycling. ☛ If you need...
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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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....giga-byte.kz You may go to the GIGABYTE website, select your language to : http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language in the language list at the bottom left corner of the website. GIGABYTE Global Service System To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to enter the system. 18 Giga-Byte Technology...