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Gigabyte GV-N96GMC-512H User Manual

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GV-N96GMC-512H
NVIDIA
GeForce
9600 GSO Graphics Accelerator
®
TM
User's Manual
Rev. 301
12MM-N96GM5H-301R
Copyright
© 2009 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD
Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted
in any form without the expressed, written permission of GBT.
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Please do not remove any labels on this graphics card. Doing so may void the warranty of this card.
Due to rapid change in technology, some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this this manual.
The author assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may appear in this document nor does the author
make a commitment to update the information contained herein.
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  • Page 1 User's Manual Rev. 301 12MM-N96GM5H-301R Copyright © 2009 GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD Copyright by GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. ("GBT"). No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the expressed, written permission of GBT. Trademarks Third-party brands and names are the properties of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.2. Hardware Installation ...................... 7 3. Software Installation ....................9 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation ................... 9 3.1.1. Driver Installation ......................9 3.1.2. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite on Driver Disk ............11 3.2. Display Properties Pages ..................13 3.3. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel ................14 4.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    (Note) SLI technology requires a PCI Express motherboard with two x16 physical connectors. Graphics cards working in an SLI configuration must be with the same model name (e.g. GV-N96GMC-512H) and from the same vendor (e.g. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY). GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator...

  • Page 5: Hardware Installation

    2. Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout SLI Connector TV-Out DVI-I Connector 1 DVI-I Connector 2 HDTV TV-Out Pb/AV Output (Optional) NTSC / PAL TV Projector DVI-I S-Video Output Connector 1 NTSC / PAL TV Projector DVI Output DVI-I Connector 2 Digital LCD Monitor DVI-I to D-Sub D-Sub...
  • Page 6 DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS DAMAGED. In order to ensure that your graphics card can work correctly, please use official GIGABYTE BIOS only. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problem(s) on the graphics card. GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator...

  • Page 7: Hardware Installation

    2.2. Hardware Installation Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your graphics card. Step 1. Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, remove the metal cover from this slot; then align your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in firmly until the card is fully seated.
  • Page 8 The picture below shows that two graphics cards are linked in parallel in an SLI configuration. Two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-NX88X768H-RH) SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 8 -...

  • Page 9: Software Installation

    3. Software Installation Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers: 1. First make sure your system has installed DirectX 9 or later version. 2. Make sure your system has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (for the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) 3.1.

  • Page 10: Gv-N96Gmc-512H Graphics Accelerator

    Step 3: Click the Yes button. The system is installing the components. Step 4: Click the Finish button to restart the computer. Then the driver installation is completed. GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 10 -...

  • Page 11: Gigabyte Gamer Hud Lite On Driver Disk

    3.1.2. GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite on Driver Disk Step 1: Click the GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite item. Step 2: Choose the language for the installation and click the OK button. Step 3: Step 4: Click the Next button. Click the Install button.
  • Page 12 GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite The GIGABYTE Gamer HUD Lite allows you to adjust the the working frequency of the GPU, Shader and video memory. Help page Displays the current operating frequency Hardware Monitor Automatically optimizes the frequency Enables manual adjustment...

  • Page 13: Display Properties

    3.2. Display Properties Pages Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for Windows) To access Display Settings page, right-click on desktop and select Personalize, then the Personalization windows will show up. Select Display Settings to adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings. You can move the slider to change the resolution.

  • Page 14: Accessing Nvidia Control Panel

    Monitor and NVIDIA GeForce 9600 GSO 512 Properties dialog box. Click the GeForce 9600 GSO 512 tab to access the NVIDIA Control Panel. On the GeForce 9600 GSO 512 tab page, click Start the NVIDIA Control Panel to launch the NVIDIA Control Panel. GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 14 -...
  • Page 15 Select the view of the NVIDIA Control Panel that is most appropriate for you. Standard Settings Advanced Settings The following pages provide details on configuring advanced settings. In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to alter specific NVIDIA display settings. The categories are: 3D Settings Display...
  • Page 16 (Note 1) This item is present only in Advanced view mode. (Note 2) This item will show up when you install two graphics cards with the same model name and from the same vendor. GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 16 -...
  • Page 17 Display A variety of display features enable you to further manipulate and configure your display settings to optimize the use of your displays. Tasks in the Display pages allow you to do the following: • Move CRT screen position • Change resolution •...
  • Page 18 You can use the advanced Change Resolution Attributes page to view custom display modes you have saved in the Create Custom Resolutions page. (Note) This item is present only in Advanced view mode. GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 18 -...
  • Page 19 Set Up Multiple Displays NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view your desktop in one of several multi-display modes to make the best use of the displays (monitors) that are connected to your computer. Dual-Monitor Setup You can set the display to output from two monitors on the Set Up Multiple Displays page. Select your preferred nView display modes here.
  • Page 20 HDMI +DVI (Note 3) HDMI +CRT (Note 3) (Note 2) (Note 1) This item is present only in Windows XP. (Note 2) By a DVI-to-D-Sub adapter (optional). (Note 3) By a DVI-to-HDMI adapter (optional). GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 20 -...
  • Page 21 Video & Television Video and television features are similar to those for analog for optimal viewing. Tasks in the Video & Television pages allow you to do the following: • Adjust your television picture quality and video color settings for the best possible viewing in its environment.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Tips

    4. Troubleshooting Tips The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for more advanced troubleshooting information. Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot. Ensure that the display cable is securely fastened to the card's display connector.

  • Page 23: Appendix

    5. Appendix 5.1. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 1. Extract the downloaded Zip file to your hard disk(s) or floppy disk. This procedure assumes drive A. 2. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode. (You may need a startup disk to restart the computer in MS-DOS mode.) 3.

  • Page 24: Resolutions And Color Depth Tables

    60~150 1280 x 768 60~150 1280 x 800 60~150 1280 x 960 60~150 1280 x 1024 60~150 1360 x 768 60~150 1600 x 900 (16:9) 60~120 140~150 1600 x 1024 60~100 To be continued... GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 24 -...
  • Page 25 Display Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Screen Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) 32bpp(16.7M) Resolution (Hz) Standard mode High mode True mode 1600 x 1200 60~100 1920 x 1080 (16:9) 60~85 1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 1920 x 1440 60~85 2048 x 1536 60~85 2560 x 1600 (Dual-Link)

  • Page 26: Regulatory Statements

    "end of life" product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6, PBDE and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement.
  • Page 27 Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or recycling used batteries properly.
  • Page 28 GV-N96GMC-512H Graphics Accelerator - 28 -...

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