Nvidia Geforce PCI-Express Series User manual

nVidia
Geforce PCI-Express Series
GeForce PCX 5300 / PCX 5750 / PCX 5900 / 6200TC/ 6200 / 6600 /
6600GT / 6800 / 6800 GT / 6800 Ultra / 7800 GTX / 7800 GT
PCI Express GPU
User's Manual

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FCC Information
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation of this device is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. This device has been tested
and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device. These accessories
are required to be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC Rules. It is the
responsibility of the user to provide and use these accessories.

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Contents
Chapter 1. Introduction
· System Requirements
· Pack Checklist
· Features List
· Supported High Resolution Graphics Modes
· Back Panel Connectors
Chapter 2. Hardware and Software Installation
· Hardware Installation
· Software Installation
Chapter 3. Troubleshooting

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Chapter 1. Introduction
Congratulations on choosing the PCI-Express Series graphics accelerator! The
PCI-E Series sets itself apart with unprecedented performance that is boosted by
a unique 64/128/256-bit Memory Bus configuration. Built around the power of
NVIDIA's renowned GPU chipset, the PCI-E Series boasts unparalleled power
and efficiency, as well as a very high rate of hardware/software component
integration.
Also included is NVIDIA's nView technology allowing users maximum flexibility
and control when enhancing 3D effects and configuring multi-display
environments.
System requirements
Before installation the following conditions are required in your system:
· The processor must be an Intel Pentium processor or compatible system
· The OS must be one of the following: Windows 9X/ ME/ 2000/ XP.
· You must use an LCD or CRT monitor or TV
· You must have an empty PCI Express Slot on your mainboard.
· Your system must include a CD-ROM drive (for software installation)
· You must have more then 15 MB space on your hard disk
· Your system must have 64 MB or more system memory
. For the 6800 models: Minimum of a 350 Watt power supply with two available 4-
pin molex hard drive power dongles.
. The 7800 GTX model requires :
1.A minimum 400W system power supply (with 12V current rating of 26A)
2.A PCI-Express compliant motherboard.
3.A PCI-Express supplementary power connector.
4.For two GeForce 7800 GTX-based graphics cards running in NVIDIA SLi
configurations, a minimum 500W system power supply (with 12V rating of 34A is
recommended.
. The 7800 GT model requires :
1. A minimum 350W system power supply (with 12V rating of 20A)
2.A PCI-Express compliant motherboard.
3.A PCI-Express supplementary power connector.

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GeForce 7800 GTX / GT
Next-generation superscalar GPU architecture
NVIDIA® CineFX
TM
4.0 engine
64-bit floating point texture filtering and blending
NVIDIA® SLI
TM
Ready (NVIDIA SLI-certified versions of GeForce 7800 GTX
only.)
NVIDIA® Intellisample
TM
4.0 technology
NVIDIA® PureVideo
TM
technology* (*Supported video software is required to
experience certain features. Go to www.nvidia.com for more details.)
NVIDIA® ForceWare
TM
Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
NVIDIA® nView® multi-display technology
PCI Express support
Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 support
 OpenGL® 2.0 support
Features & Benefits
Next-generation superscalar GPU architecture
Delivers up to 2x the shading power of previous generation products taking
gaming performance to extreme levels.
Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 support
Ensures top-notch compatibility and performance for all DirectX® 9
applications, including Shader Model 3.0 titles.
NVIDIA® CineFX
TM
4.0 engine
Delivers advanced visual effects at unimaginable speeds. Full support for
Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 enables stunning and complex
special effects. Next-generation shader architecture with new texture unit
design streamlines texture processing for faster and smoother gameplay.
64-bit floating point texture filtering and blending
Based on the Open EXR technology from Industrial Light & Magic
(http://www.openexr.com/), NVIDIA’s 64-bit texture implementation delivers
state-of-the-art high dynamic-range (HDR) visual effects through floating
point capabilities in shading, filtering, texturing, and blending.
128-bit studio-precision computation
128-bit studio-precision computation through the entire pipeline prevents
image defects due to low precision and ensures the best image quality for
even the most demanding applications.
NVIDIA® Intellisample
TM
4.0 technology
The industry’s fastest antialiasing delivers ultra-realistic visuals, with no
jagged edges, at lightning-fast speeds. Visual quality is taken to new heights
through a new rotated grid sampling pattern, advanced 128 Tap sample
coverage, 16x anisotropic filtering, and support for transparent
supersampling and multisampling.
NVIDIA® SLI
TM
technology
Delivers up to 2x the performance of a single GPU configuration for
unparalleled gaming experiences by allowing two graphics cards to run in
parallel. The must-have feature for performance PCI Express graphics, SLI
dramatically scales performance on over 60 top PC games.

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256-bit memory interface
Delivers more memory bandwidth and efficiency to power the latest games
and applications at blazing speeds.
NVIDIA® UltraShadow
TM
II technology
Enhances the performance of bleeding-edge games, like id Software’s
DOOM 3, that feature complex scenes with multiple light sources and
objects.
NVIDIA® PureVideo
TM
technology
The combination of high-definition video processors and NVIDIA DVD
decoder software deliver unprecedented picture clarity, smooth video,
accurate color, and precise image scaling for all video content to turn your
PC into a high-end home theater. (Feature requires supported video
software.)
Adaptable programmable video processor
PureVideo’s programmable technology adapts to new video encoding
formats as they are developed to provide a future-proof video solution.
(Feature requires supported video software.)
High-definition MPEG-2 and WMV hardware acceleration
Smoothly playback all MPEG-2 and WMV video---including WMV-HD---with
minimal CPU usage so the PC is free to do other work.
Advanced motion adaptive de-interlacing
Smoothes video and DVD playback on progressive displays to deliver a crisp,
clear picture that rivals high-end home theater systems. (Feature requires
supported video software.)
Video scaling and filtering
High-quality scaling and filtering technology delivers a clear, clean image at
any window size, including full-screen HDTV resolutions up to 1080i.
Video color correction
Color temperature correction makes actors’ faces appear natural, rather than
washed out and pale, when playing videos on LCD and CRT displays.
Display gamma correction ensures videos are not too dark, overly bright, or
washed out regardless of the video format or display. (Feature requires
supported video software.)
Integrated HDTV encoder
Provides world-class TV-out functionality up to 1080i resolution.
NVIDIA® ForceWare
TM
Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
Delivers a proven record of compatibility, reliability, and stability with the
widest range of games and applications. ForceWare ensures the best out-of-
box experience for every user and delivers continuous performance and
feature updates over the life of NVIDIA GeForce GPUs. Includes full support
for PCI Express and AGP.
OpenGL 2.0 optimizations and support
Ensures top-notch compatibility and performance for all OpenGL
applications.
NVIDIA® nView® multi-display technology
Advanced technology provides the ultimate in viewing flexibility and control
for multiple monitors.
NVIDIA® Digital Vibrance Control
TM
(DVC) 3.0 technology

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Allows the user to adjust color controls digitally to compensate for the
lighting conditions of their workspace, in order to achieve accurate, bright
colors in all conditions.
PCI Express support
Designed to run perfectly with the next-generation PCI Express bus
architecture. This new bus doubles the bandwidth of AGP 8X delivering over
4 GB/sec. in both upstream and downstream data transfers.
Dual 400MHz RAMDACs
Blazing-fast RAMDACs support dual QXGA displays with ultra-high,
ergonomic refresh rates –up to 2048x1536@85Hz.
Dual DVI support
Able to drive the industry’s largest and highest resolution flat-panel displays.
Other Features List
The following is a features list for the GeForce PCX 5300 / PCX 5750 / PCX 5900
6200TC / 6200 / 6600 / 6600GT / 6800 / 6800 GT / 6800 Ultra graphics cards:
Superscalar GPU architecture
NVIDIA CineFX™ engine
On-chip video processor
High-Precision Graphics
Intellisample Technology
Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
Digital Vibrance Control (DVC)
Advanced Pixel Shaders
NVIDIA® ForceWare™ Unified Driver Architecture
NVIDIA® nView™ multi-isplay technology
NVIDIA® Digital Vibrance Control™ 3.0
Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Optimizations and Support.
OpenGL® 1.5 support
Integrated HDTV encoder ( for 6600 series )
Supported High Resolution Graphics Modes
Resolution Colours Vertical Refresh Rate
640 x 480 8/16/32 bits 150 Hz
800 x 600 8/16/32 bits 150 Hz
1024 x 768 8/16/32 bits 120 Hz
1152 x 864 8/16/32 bits 120 Hz
1280 x 1024 8/16/32 bits 100 Hz
1600 x 1200 8/16/32 bits 85 Hz
1920 x 1200 8/16/32 bits 75 Hz
2048 x 1536 8/16/32 bits 60Hz

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Features & Benefits
•NVIDIA TurboCache Technology
Shares the capacity and bandwidth of dedicated video memory and
dynamically available system memory for turbocharged performance and
larger total graphics memory. Available in select GeForce 6200 models only.
•Revolutionary Superscalar Architecture
Delivers up to 8x the shading power of previous generation products for
screaming gaming performance.
•CineFX 3.0 Engine
Powers the next generation of cinematic realism. Full support for Microsoft®
DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 enables stunning and complex special effects.
Next-generation shader architecture delivers faster and smoother gameplay.
•Adaptable Programmable Video Processor
PureVideo’s programmable technology adapts to new video encoding formats
as they are developed to provide a future-proof video solution.
•UltraShadow II Technology
Enhances the performance of bleeding-edge games, like id Software’s Doom
III, that feature complex scenes with multiple light sources and objects. 2nd-
generation technology delivers more than 4x the shadow processing power
over the previous generation.
•Intellisample 3.0 Technology
The industry’s fastest antialiasing delivers ultra-realistic visuals, with no
jagged edges, at lightning-fast speeds. Visual quality is taken to new heights
through a new rotated grid sampling pattern.
•Unified Driver Architecture (UDA)
Part of the NVIDIA Forceware unified software environment (USE). The
NVIDIA UDA guarantees forward and backward compatibility with software
drivers. Simplifies upgrading to a new NVIDIA product because all NVIDIA
products work with the same driver software.
•nView Multi-Display Technology
The nView hardware and software technology combination delivers maximum
flexibility for multi-display options, and provides unprecedented end-user
control of the desktop experience. NVIDIA GPUs are enabled to support
multi-displays, but graphics cards vary. Please verify multi-display support in
the graphics card before purchasing.
•Digital Vibrance Control 3.0 Technology
Allows the user to adjust color controls digitally to compensate for the lighting
conditions of their workspace, in order to achieve accurate, bright colors in all
conditions.
•Full-Speed 32-Bit Color Precision
Delivers increased image quality with no performance compromise.
•OpenGL® 2 Optimizations and Support
Ensures the best performance and application compatibility for all OpenGL
applications.
•Dual 400MHz RAMDACs
Blazing-fast RAMDACs support dual QXGA displays with ultra-high,
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•Microsoft® DirectX® 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 Support
Ensures top-notch compatibility and performance for all DirectX 9 applications,
including Shader Model 3.0 titles.
•Integrated HDTV Encoder
Provides world-class HDTV-out functionality up to and including 1920x1080i
resolutions.
Back Panel Connectors

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This section describes the back panel on your graphics card. Note that your card
may vary slightly from the diagram below depending on the model.
VGA Output Connector
This connector is a standard DB 15-pin, VGA (Virtual Graphics Array) connector
used to attach directly to a VGA compatible CRT or LCD monitor. Simply attach
your monitor cable to the VGA output connector on the card, making sure that it
is secure before applying power. Refer to your monitor manual for further
information on how to adjust your picture within the display.
Video Input & Video Output

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You can use the S-Video connector to send and receive video signals to and
from video devices that use standard AV cables such as video cam recorders or
DVD players. However, you must use the VIVO adapter which is supplied in the
box when your card supports video input / video output functionality.
At one end of this adapter is the S-Video connector that you attach to the card.
The other end will have up to 4 connectors which may include one or all of the
following connectors: S-Video-In, S-Video-Out, Video-In (AV) and Video-Out (AV).
Attach AV video devices to either the video-in connector or video-out connector
depending on your needs.
Note: In order to use the Video-In functionality, you must have installed the
WDM drivers (for VIVO use) from the Setup CD-ROM (see software installation
section). Then you need to install a video editing program which supports WDM,
to display video data received on your Video-In port. If you are only using Video
out functionality, you do not need to install the drivers. Also note that you must
use the audio connectors on the mainboard to transmit audio signals.
S-Video Output Connector

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The S-Video output connector is used to send video signals to S-Video
compatible display devices. S-Video technology uses separate channels for
colour and brightness providing sharper, clearer images for display devices.
Connect the S-Video cable to the card and the display device, making sure that
both ends are secure before you power on the system and monitor.
DVI Connector
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector uses DVI technology to provide high
speed digital video signals for digital display devices such as flat panel LCD
displays. Connect the monitor cable to the DVI connector on the card, making
sure it is secure before turning on the power. See the monitor documentation for
further configuration options.
Chapter 2. Hardware and Software Installation

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Hardware Installation
Please refer to the following steps.
* If your mainboard has any onboard VGA capability, disable it before installation.
1. Remove all previous video card driver installations.
2. Shut down the computer and remove the computer case panels.
3. Remove any existing graphic card installed on your mainboard.
4. Press the new card into the PCI Express slot (usually a brown or black colour)
and make sure it is firmly installed. Then secure the card with a bracket screw.
5. Insert the 4-pin power dongle(s) into the socket on the end of the graphics card.
(4 pins for the PCX 5900 model, 6-pins for the 6800 / 7800 models)
6. Insert any other cards that needs to be installed, attach all the cables, install all
other devices, and close the computer case panels.
7. Turn on the computer. You are now ready to install the driver. Proceed to the
software installation section.
* This figure is for reference only.
Your system will vary according to brand and model.
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* The screens and images are only for general reference. The version of the
screens you received with your software may vary slightly.
Place the Setup CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The auto-run program will
automatically execute and display the main screen (as shown above). Use your
left mouse button to click any of the option buttons to execute one of the
functions described below.
•Graphics Drivers - Install the official NVIDIA driver.
•WDM (for VIVO only) - Install the driver for Video-In/Out functionality.
•Overclock Tool - Install VGA overclocking utilities. (Use at your own risk)
•Browse this CD - This button allows you to browse the entire directory
structure of this CD-ROM.
•DirectX - Installs the Microsoft Developer Multimedia libraries. See section B
for details.
•Acrobat Reader - Installs the Reader for the Manual.
•Exit - Exits the Setup program.
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The Windows XP Driver is the official NVIDA driver. When you click the button,
the program will automatically detect your operating system version and begin
the installation procedure. This driver will optimize and enhance your video
graphics.
Step 1
Click the "Graphics Drivers" button to begin installation of the driver. Select your
desired driver version.
Step 2
Click "Next" to continue with the installation
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This screen signals the completion of the installation. Select "No" to restart your
computer at a later time. Then press "Finish".
Step 4
Install the VIVO driver by clicking this button which will begin a setup wizard.
When the installation is complete, restart your computer. When your VGA card
doesn't have this function, you don't need to install this driver.
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Return to this screen after rebooting your system. Press the "Overclock Tools"
button to continue with the configuration.
Step 6
When this window displays, double click this icon.
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Press "Yes" to update the registry entries.
Step 8
Restart your computer.

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B. DirectX Installation
DirectX is a set of Multimedia libraries developed by Microsoft. By using the
DirectX Software you can enhance your system providing advanced multimedia
features. The latest DirectX version brings you the most recent 3D technology,
supporting most on-line games and multimedia applications. DirectX also
provides advanced audio features.
Step 1
Click the "DirectX" button to install the DirectX software.
Step 2
Click "Yes" to accept the licensing. Click "Next" to continue with the
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Step 3
Click "Finish" to complete the installation.