Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G Manual
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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 Due to rapid change in technology, some of the specifications might be out of date before publication of this manual.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 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 2
System Requirements 1 2. Hardware Installation 3 2.1. SLI Technology 4 3. Software Installation 5 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation 5 3.1.1. Driver and XTREME ENGINE Installation 5 3.1.2. GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE 10 4. Troubleshooting Tips 13 5. Appendix 14 5.1. Regulatory Statements 14 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 3
1. Introduction 1.1. Minimum System Requirements • Hardware - Motherboard with one or above PCI-Express x 16 slot - 2GB system memory (4GB recommended) - Optical drive for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive) • Operating System - Windows® 10 - Windows® 8 - Windows® 7 1 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 4
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. 2 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 5
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 cover from this slot; then align your graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and press it in firmly until the card - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 6
2.1. SLI Technology How NVIDIA®SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works: If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an 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 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 7
has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (For the motherboard drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.) ※ Notice : The photos in this manual are for reference only and may not match what you exactly see on your screen 3.1. Driver and Utility Installation 3.1.1. Driver and - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 8
If choosing Express Install, the window of XTREME ENGINE installation would appear first as the following picture. Step 2: Click the Next button. Step 3: Click Browse to choose where you'd like GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE to be installed. And then click the Next button. 6 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 9
Step 4: Click Browse to choose where you'd like to place the shortcuts in Start Menu. And then click Next. Step 5: Check the box if you'd like to create a desktop icon, and then click Next. Step 6: Click the Install button. 7 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 10
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 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 11
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 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 12
3.1.2. GIGABYTE XTREME ENGINE Users could adjust clock speeds, voltage, fan performance, and LED etc. according to their own preference through this intuitive interface. ※ The interface and functionality of the software is subject to each model. OC Click on +/- , drag the control button or enter - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 13
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 adjust GPU clock and voltage. FAN Easy - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 14
Advanced Setting: Users could enter numbers or move the white dots on the line chart to adjust fan speed and temperature. LED Users could choose different styles, brightness, colors; they could also turn off the LED effects through this software. If more than one graphics cards are installed, users - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 15
may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or GIGABYTE for more advanced troubleshooting information. Check whether the graphics capabilities on your motherboard. For more information, consult your computer's manual or manufacturer. (NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 16
5. Appendix 5.1. Regulatory Statements Regulatory Notices This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 17
please contact your local government office, your household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally safe may contact us at the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you with your effort. Finally, we - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 18
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China RoHS) requirements: 16 - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 19
de Xian habla hispano) TEL: +86-29-85531943 FAX: +1-626-854-9339 FAX: +86-29-85510930 Correo: [email protected] Shenyang Tech. Support: TEL: +86-24-83992901 http://rma.gigabyte-usa.com FAX: +86-24-83992909 Web address: http://latam.giga-byte.com/ Saudi Arabia Giga-Byte - Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 WINDFORCE 6G | Manual - Page 20
kz You may go to the GIGABYTE website, 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: http://ggts.gigabyte.com.tw Then select your language to enter
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NVIDIA
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