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- Page 1 VGA Card GV-NX88X768H-RH Nov. 8, 2006...
- Page 2 VGA Card GV-NX88X768H-RH Nov. 8, 2006...
- Page 3 * The WEEE marking applies only in European Union's member states. Copyright © 2006 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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Page 4: Table Of Contents
2000 Driver Installation ............. 30 ® 4. Troubleshooting Tips ................ 31 5. Appendix ..................32 5.1. Reflash BIOS in MS-DOS Mode ..............32 5.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows XP) ....... 33 ® GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 2 -... -
Page 5: 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 (i.e. GV-NX88X768H-RH) and from the same vendor (i.e. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY). - 3 -... -
Page 6: Hardware Installation
Pb/AV Output NTSC / PAL TV Projector TV-Out S-Video Output DVI-I Connector NTSC / PAL TV Projector DVI Output DVI-I Connector Digital LCD Monitor DVI-I to D-Sub Adapter VGA Output Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 4 -... - Page 7 DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED ON THE CARD. In order to ensure your graphics card working correctly, please use official Gigabyte BIOS only. Use none official Gigabyte BIOS might cause problem on the graphics card. - 5 -...
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Page 8: Hardware Installation
3. Remove any existing graphics card from your computer. Or, if your computer has any on-board graphics capability, you may need to disable it on the motherboard. For more information, please see your computer documentation. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 6 -... - Page 9 To install your new graphics card: 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. * Please make sure that the gold edge connectors of the graphics card is securely inserted.
- Page 10 GIGABYTE Video Adapter for Nvidia Graphics Cards AV Out HDTV Component S-Video Out (Y+Pr+Pb) Connect to the TV-Out port on the graphics card. (1) Connecting HDTV Connect your HDTV cables to the video adapter according to the corresponding color. (Y= Green, Pr= Red, Pb= Blue)
- Page 11 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) - 9 -...
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Page 12: Software Installation
• If you install the graphics card drivers for the motherboard, which consist of SIS or VIA chipsets, please install the appropriate driver program for that motherboard. Or please contact your motherboard nearest dealer for motherboard driver. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 10 -... -
Page 13: Directx Installation
3.1.2. DirectX Installation Install Microsoft DirectX to enable 3D hardware acceleration support for Windows 2000 or ® Windows XP to achieve better 3D performance. ® Note: For software MPEG support in Windows 2000 or Windows XP, you must install ® ®... -
Page 14: Driver Installation
Step 2: Found new hardware wizard: Searching and installing The wizard will search for the driver and install it automatically. Step 3: Found new hardware wizard: Finish Click the "Finish" button to finish the installation. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 12 -... - Page 15 B. Driver installation (Autorun Window) Insert the driver CD disk into your CD-ROM, and then you can see the AUTORUN window. If it does not show up, please run "D:\setup.exe". Step 1. When autorun window show up, click the Install Display Driver item.
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Page 16: Taskbar Icon
After installation of the display drivers, you will find a NVIDIA icon on the taskbar's status area. Click this icon to open the control panel. Right click the icon. You can adjust the properties of the graphics accelerator from here. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 14 -... -
Page 17: Display Properties
3.1.5. Display Properties Pages To access Display Properties pages, right-click on desktop and then select Properties. The Display Properties dialog box shows the information of display adapter, color, the range of display area, and the refresh rate. Settings (Resolutions and Color depth for Windows) You may adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box. - Page 18 Image Settings with Preview If you are unfamiliar with 3D technology or not an advanced graphics user, use the Adjust Image Settings with Preview page to preview any changes you make for improved image quality and rendering. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 16 -...
- Page 19 Manage 3D Settings The Manage 3D Settings page enables you to establish default 3D settings to use for all your Direct3D or OpenGL applications and to establish a unique set of 3D settings for a particular game or application. Performance Monitor Temperature Levels Use this page if you overclock your GPU and want to see how your GPU heats up over...
- Page 20 This is a useful alternative to using the controls (buttons) on your actual physical display. (Note) This item will show up when you connect two monitors. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 18 -...
- Page 21 Change Resolution Attributes Using the Change Resolution controls, you can change the color setting, reduce screen flickering, or adjust the amount of information appearing on your display. Adjust Desktop Color Settings Use this page to set the contrast, sharpness, and color depth (Digital Vibrance) of the images on your desktop.
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Page 22: Multiple Displays
(monitors) that are connected to your computer. (Note) This item will show up when you connect two monitors. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 20 -... - Page 23 Dual-Monitor Setup (Note) You can set the display to output from two monitors on the Change Display Configuration page. Select your preferred nView display modes here. • only use one display (Single) • The same on both display (Clone) • As one large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span) •...
- Page 24 Select one of the test images to monitor your changes. For best results, play a video while you make adjustment to view the changes as they happen. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 22 -...
- Page 25 Television (Note) Run Television Setup Wizard (Note) The wizard will guide you through the steps to configure your television for use with your computer. HDTV Setup Follow the steps below to connect an HDTV to your system using the included component video adapter.
- Page 26 (depending on the specifications of your HDTV) and click Next. Step 6: Step 7: Click the Preview button to preview the Click Finish to apply the new television selected settings. Then click Next. settings. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 24 -...
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Page 27: Nview Properties
3.1.6. nView Properties pages nView is a set of desktop tools designed to help you be more productive when using your graphics card. With nView you can set up multiple desktops to work with your applications. Multiple desktops give you extra desktop areas on which to run your applications so you won't have to crowd several open application windows on one desktop. - Page 28 Profiles properties This tab contains a record of all nView display settings for easy software setup. nView Windows properties This tab allows you to control window and dialog box placement when using multiple monitors. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 26 -...
- Page 29 nView Applications properties This tab allows you to control nView settings depending different applications. nView Desktops properties This tab allows you to create up to 32 unique desktops. nView User Interface properties This tab allows for customization of the nView user interface. - 27 - Software Installation...
- Page 30 This tab provides dynamic zoom functionality on the desktop. Also enables full screen video playback via the video mirroring control button. nView Hot Keys properties This tab lets you perform various actions with shortcut keys or key combinations. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 28 -...
- Page 31 nView Mouse properties This tab can modify and extend mouse behavior with kinematic actions. nView Tools properties This tab can improve nView functionality for mobile and desktop users. - 29 - Software Installation...
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Page 32: Windows ® 2000 Driver Installation
7. Click "Yes" to the license agreement. 8. Follow the Wizard's on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Please make sure the Windows 2000 have installed Windows 2000 Service ® ® Pack (or later) before installing the graphics accelerator driver. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 30 -... -
Page 33: 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 slot. PCI Express x16 Ensure that the display cable is securely fastened to the card's display connector. -
Page 34: Appendix
-s [BIOS file name] (example: gvf18 -s X79G8DPR.f1) and press Enter. 5. To flash BIOS, at the A:\> prompt, type [BIOS flash utility name] -p [BIOS file name] (example: gvf18 -p X79G8DPR.f2) and press Enter. 6. Wait until it's done, then restart your computer. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 32 -... -
Page 35: Resolutions And Color Depth Table (In Windows ® Xp)
5.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows ® GeForce 8800 GTX Single Display Standard Modes Display Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Screen Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) 32bpp(16.7M) Resolution (Hz) Standard mode High mode True mode 320 x 200 60~75 320 x 240 60~75 400 x 300... - Page 36 1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 1920 x 1440 60~85 2048 x 1536 60~85 2560 x 1600 (Dual-Link) * This table is for reference only. The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. GV-NX88X768H-RH Graphics Accelerator - 34 -...