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GV-N28-1GH-B NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 280 Graphics Accelerator User's Manual Rev. 101 12MM-NX28GB-101R Copyright © 2008 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 - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 2
VGA Card GV-N28-1GH-B Jun. 5, 2008 VGA Card GV-N28-1GH-B Jun. 5, 2008 - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 3
13 3.1.3. Driver Installation ...14 3.1.4. Taskbar Icon ...16 3.1.5. Display Properties Pages 17 3.1.6. nView Properties Pages (Note 28 4. Troubleshooting Tips 33 5. Appendix ...34 5.1. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode 34 5.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows XP 35 Regulatory - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 4
a PCI Express motherboard with two/three x16 physical connectors. Graphics cards working in an SLI configuration must be with the same model name (e.g. GV-N28-1GH-B) and from the same vendor (e.g. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY). (Note 2) The minimum system power requirement recommended here is based on a PC - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 5
2. Hardware Installation 2.1. Board Layout SLI Connector TV-Out DVI-I Connector 1 DVI-I Connector 2 HDTV or NTSC / PAL TV Projector or NTSC / PAL TV Projector Digital LCD Monitor Y Pr Pb/AV Output S- - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 6
is taken from the PCI Express host bus as well as the 8-pin and 6-pin PCI Express power connectors. Without auxiliary power provided to the GV-N28-1GH-B graphics card, an LED on the bracket goes red and the graphics card will not boot. In addition, the connector that is not adequately powered - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 7
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. - 7 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 8
back of your computer. Step 2. Remove the computer cover. If necessary, consult your computer's manual for help in removing the cover. Step 3. Remove any existing graphics card from your computer. edge connector of the graphics card is securely inserted. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 8 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 9
Or use the DVI-I to HDMI adapter to connect an HDMI monitor. (Note: Only the DVI-I Connector 2 supports the DVI-I to HDMI adapter.) Connect a flat panel To TV / VCR To Flat Panel Display Connect a D- driver. Please refer to next chapter for detailed instructions. - 9 - Hardware Installation - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 10
GIGABYTE Video Adapter AV Out S-Video Out Connect to the TV-Out port on the graphics card. HDTV Component (Y+Pr+Pb) (1) Connecting HDTV TV has a Composite video connection, you can connect the RCA cable from your TV to the AV Out port on the adapter. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 10 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 11
cards are linked in parallel in an SLI configuration. SLI Configuration: SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer) Two SLI-ready graphics cards of the same type. (Example: GV-N28-1GH-B) 3-Way SLI Configuration: 3-Way SLI bridge connector (provided by motherboard manufacturer - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 12
installed DirectX 9.0c or later version. 2. Make sure your system has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (for the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 12 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 13
DirectX Installation Install Microsoft DirectX to enable 3D hardware acceleration support for Windows XP to achieve better 3D performance. For software MPEG support in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Users who run Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 14
automatically and display a New Hardware Found message. The following are stepby-step installation instructions. Step 1: Found New Hardware Wizard: Video Controller (VGA Compatible) Click the Next : Finish Click the Finish button to finish the installation. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 14 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 15
B. Driver Installation (Autorun Window) Insert the driver CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The autorun window will appear. If it does not show up, please run "D:\setup.exe". Step 1. When the autorun window shows up, click the Install Display Driver item. Step 2. Click the Next button. The system is - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 16
open the control panel. Right click the NVIDIA icon to enter the NVIDIA Control Center. You can adjust the properties of the graphics card here. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 16 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 17
settings NVIDIA Control Panel After pressing the Advanced button in Settings, you'll see the Plug and Play Monitor and NVIDIA GeForce GTX 280 Properties dialog box. Click the GeForce GTX 280 tab. (You can also click the NVIDIA icon in your system tray and select NVIDIA Control Panel.) Access the - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 18
. The supported modes are games that utilize Direct3D and OpenGL technology. • Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your GPU and GPU memory to increase your GPU performance. • Assign specific 3D settings to a game so that these settings automatically load when a game is launched. GV-N28-1GH - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 19
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. „ Set Multi-GPU Configuration (Note 2) Multi-GPU technology allows you to use two or more GPUs together. This results in significant - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 20
and repersentation of colors. (Note 1) This item is present only in Advanced view mode. (Note 2) This item will show up when you connect two monitors. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 20 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 21
„ Move CRT Screen Position You can use your mouse (by clicking on the arrow keys on this page) or the arrow keys on your keyboard to adjust the position of your desktop to better fit your display. This is a useful alternative to using the controls (buttons) on your actual physical display. „ Change - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 22
The Advanced Timing page enables you to adjust timings for your graphics card in order to support a variety of different display timings for ultimate flexibility for analog CRT and DVI connections. 2) This item will show up when you connect two monitors. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 22 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 23
„ 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 - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 24
accelerated as efficiently as when the application spans displays. Display Matrix Model CRT+HDMI CRT+DVI DVI+HDMI DVI+HDMI+CRT DVI +DVI CRT+CRT GV-N28-1GH-B Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes Vertical Span Mode Dualview Mode - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 25
use for your standard television or HDTV as well as change country- specific signal or the HDTV format. • Enable full screen video mirroring. as they happen. „ Run Television Setup Wizard (Note) The wizard will guide you through the steps to configure your television for use with your computer. - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 26
Wizard appears, click Next. Step 4: Select Component in the Connector Type screen. Step 5: Select a definition type for your HDTV (depending on the specifications of your HDTV) and click Next. (Note) This item will show up when you connect a television. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 26 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 27
Step 6: Click the Preview button to preview the selected settings. Then click Next. Step 7: Click Finish to apply the new television settings. - 27 - Software Installation - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 28
. in your system tray and select Click the item to start configuringing nView features. (Note) This item will show up when you connect two monitors. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 28 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 29
nView Desktop Management properties „ This tab contains information about the nView Desktop Manager. The Setup Wizard can also be accessed from this tab. nView Profiles properties „ This tab contains a record of all nView display settings for easy software setup. nView Windows properties „ This - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 30
„ 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. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 30 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 31
nView Effects properties „ This tab provides special windows effects that you can apply to your applications. nView Zoom properties „ This tab provides dynamic zoom functionality on the desktop. Also enable full screen video playback via the video mirroring control button. nView Hot Keys - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 32
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. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 32 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 33
experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for more advanced troubleshooting information . For more information, consult your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not „ For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 34
name] -s [BIOS file name] (example: gvf18 -s 28GHB.f1) and press Enter. 5. To flash BIOS, at the A:\> prompt, type[ B I O S f l a s h u t i l i t y n a m e ] - p [BIOS file name] (example: gvf18 -p 28GHB.f2) and press Enter. 6. Wait until it's done, then restart your computer. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 35
1088 x 612 (16:9) 1152 x 864 1280 x 720 (16:9) 1280 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 960 1280 x 1024 1360 x 768 1600 x 900 (16:9) 1600 x 1024 GeForce GTX 280 Single Display Standard Modes Refresh Color Depth (bpp) Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) (Hz) Standard mode High mode 60~75 3 3 60~75 - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 36
) 60~85 3 3 3 100 3 3 X 1920 x 1440 60~85 3 3 3 2048 x 1536 60~85 3 3 3 2560 x 1600 60 3 3 3 (Dual-Link) * This table is for reference only. The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use. GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 36 - - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 37
" product. Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort. - Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA | Manual - Page 38
disposed of properly. China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: GV-N28-1GH-B Graphics Accelerator - 38 -
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GV-N28-1GH-B
NVIDIA
®
GeForceT
M
GTX 280 Graphics Accelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 101
12MM-NX28GB-101R
Copyright
© 2008 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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Third-party brands and names are the properties of their respective owners.
Notice
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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