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3DForce2 MX
3DForce2 MX - LCD
nVIDIA TNT2 GeForce2 MX™/MX400™
User’s Manual
Version 3.00
Copyright © 2000 Jaton Corporation, USA

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Contents
INTRODUCTION ......................................................... 4
KEY FEATURES.......................................................... 5
SECOND GENERATION GPU............................................ 5
PERFORMANCE............................................................... 5
QUALITY........................................................................ 6
HDTV/DVD PLAYBACK................................................... 6
SYSTEM REQUIREMENT........................................... 7
CHECK LIST................................................................ 7
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION....................................... 8
HARDWARE INSTALLATION...................................... 9
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES............................................ 9
STEPS:........................................................................ 10
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION.................................... 11
ÿÿ MICROSOFT WINDOWS®9X.................................... 11
ÿWINDOWS®ME DISPLAY DRIVER:........................... 12
ÿÿ WINDOWS® 2000 DISPLAY DRIVER:....................... 13
ÿMICROSOFT NT™4.0............................................ 14

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TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ....................................... 15
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)......................... 17
PINOUT AND SYNC FREQUENCIES........................ 19
ANALOG COLOR DISPLAY PINOUTS (DB 15).................... 19
CONVERSION TABLE: PIN ADAPTERS.............................. 20
9-TO-15 PIN CONVERSION TABLE .................................. 20
TECHNICAL SUPPORT.................................................... 21
LIMITED WARRANTY. .............................................. 23
OTHER LIMITS.............................................................. 23
EXCLUSIVE OBLIGATION................................................ 24
OTHER STATEMENTS.................................................... 24
TERMS AND CONDITIONS............................................... 24
SERVICES AGREEMENT:................................................. 25
ENTIRE OBLIGATION. .................................................... 25
REDUCING WARRANTY CLAIM REJECTIONS........ 26

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Introduction
3DForce2 MX / 3DForce2 MX-LCD(nVIDIA GeForce2
MX400™) is the first 3D graphics processor and multimedia
controller that can drive dual digital displays.
By incorporating GeForce2 MX’s break-through 3D
architecture, in a 2-pipe form, GeForce2 MX delivers the full
GeForce2 GTS 3D feature set at mainstream price points.
GeForce2 MX’s integrated HDVP (High Definition Video
Processor) can support 720p at the specified frame rates.
When combined with a high performance, high-level software
MPEG-2 decoder, and a Digital TV receiver, 3DForce2 MX /
3DForce2 MX-LCD delivers a cost-effective, high-quality
HDTV solution. GeForce2 MX also enables ground-breaking
new applications like HD timeshifting and digital VCR
capabilities.
3DForce2 MX / 3DForce2 MX-LCD(GeForece2 MX400™)
takes advantage of the latest advancements in PC computing
to provide maximum performance in all graphics applications.
It is the most complete Microsoft® DirectX® 7 hardware
implementation and meets all the requirements specified by
Microsoft PC 00, PC 99, and PC 99a initiatives. 3DForce2 MX
/ 3DForce2 MX-LCD(GeForce2 MX400™) delivers the
industry’s fastest Direct3D® and OpenGL® acceleration in its
class.
GeForce2 MX ™ continues nVIDIA’s tradition of bringing
leading edge technology to the mainstream with its cost-
effective, integrated VGA, 2D, 3D, and video in a single-chip
solution. GeForce2 MX GPU delivers stunning visuals for a
whole range of applications from crystal clear, high-resolution
2D/3D graphics on multiple displays to 3D games, to video
applications such as HDTV, DVD and video conferencing.

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Key Features
Second Generation GPU
• Twin View Architecture
• Digital Vibrancy Control
• Second generation transform and lighting (T&L)
engine
• Integrated Dual-Link TMDS transmitters
• nVIDIA Shading Rasterizer (NSR)
• High-Definition Video Processor (HDVP)
• AGP 4x with fast writes
• Double Data Rate (DDR) memory
• 32-bit color, 32-bit Z/stencil buffer
• 4 texels per clock
• 256-bit graphics architecture
• Cube environment mapping
• DirectX and S3 texture compression
performance
• 700 million texel fill rate
• 20 million triangles/sec through T&L and setup
• 2.7 GB/sec memory bandwidth
• 32 MB frame buffer size
• Maximum 3D/2D resolution of 2048x1536@75Hz

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• Complete DirectX® 7, DirectX® 6 and DirectX® 5
support
Quality
• nVIDIA Unified Driver Architecture
• Industry’s first fully compliant professional OpenGL
1.2 support for all Linux™ and Windows® operating
systems
• WHQL-certified Windows 2000, Windows NT®4.0,
Windows 98 and Windows NT®3.5
• Complete Linux drivers, including full OpenGL
HDTV/DVD Playback
• Optimized for multiple color depths including 32-bit:
− High-Definition Video Processor (HDVP) for
full-screen, full-frame video playback of
720p HDTV and DVD resolutions
− Independent hardware color controls for
video overlay
− Hardware color space conversion (YUV
4:2:2 and 4:2:0)
− 5-tap horizontal by 3-tap vertical filtering
− 8:1 upscalling and downscalling
− Per-pixel color keying
− Multiple video windows with hardware color
space conversion and filtering
− DVD sub-picture alpha blended composting
− Video acceleration for DirectShow, MPEG-
1, MPEG-2, and Indeo

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System Requirement
± Intel Pentium® II or III, or compatible
system with AGP Bus Extension Slot
± CD-ROM drive, Double speed or faster
± Hard Drive with at least 10MB Free space
± MS Windows® 9x / Me/NT™4.0/2000
operating system
± USB supplemental driver for mainboard’s
core-logic chipset (Only for MS Windows®
95 OS)
Check List
R 3DForce2 MX, or 3DForce2 MX-LCD
Multimedia Accelerator
R Software & Documents CD
R Quick Start Guide (Printed)

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Hardware Description
AGP BUS
Y1
PCB Layout & Specification
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GeForce2GeForce2
MX400MX400
Display Memory
Product / PCB Reversion
82118A
82118D
82118A
3DForce2 MX
3DForce2 MX
3DForce2 MX-LCD
Chipset
nVIDIA GeForce2 MX/MX400
nVIDIA GeForce2 MX/MX400
nVIDIA GeForce2 MX/MX400
Memory Model / Size
2M*32 SDRAMx4
2M*32 SDRAMx4
2M*32 SDRAMx4
32 MB
32 MB
32 MB
DVI Out
DB 15 VGA
3DForce2 MX-LCD ONLY
Plate
3DForce2 MX
AGP 4x
32MB SDRAM/SGRAM
RGB Monitor
RGB Monitor Connection
15Pin RGB connector
RGB Out

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LCD Display Panel Connection
DVI Out
Digital Video Interface
3DForce2 MX-LCD
AGP 4x
32MB Frame Buffer
Hardware Installation
Installation Procedures
!! WARNING !!
Discharge static electricity by
touching the GROUND such
as metal part of your case
connected with good power
ground before you handle the
electronic circuit boards.

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The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage,
caused directly or indirectly, by improper installation of
any components by unauthorized service personnel. If
you do not feel comfortable performing the installation,
consult with a qualified computer technician.
Steps:
1. Turn OFF all powers to your system, including any peripherals
(printer, external drives, modem, etc.).
2. Disconnect the power cord and the monitor cable from the back
of the computer.
3. Unfasten the cover mounting screws on your system and
remove the system cover. Refer to your system user manual for
instructions to determine the location of the mounting screws.
4. Remove the retaining screw that holds the slot cover in place.
Slide the slot cover out and put the screw aside (you will need it
to secure the adapter).
5. To install the adapter in AGP expansion slot, carefully line up
the gold-fingered edge connector on the adapter directly above
the expansion slot connector on the motherboard. Then press
the adapter into place, completely. Use the (remaining) screw
you removed to secure the adapter-retaining bracket in place.
6. Replace the computer cover. Secure the cover with the
mounting screws you removed in Step 3.
You have now completed the installation of your new graphics adapter on
your system.
<Very Important Note:
For Windows®95 users, before you install the video display driver, you
have to install USB supplemental driver for the mainboard’s PCI bridge
functions. Otherwise, video driver installation won’t go through properly.
Most mainboards’ CD that contained the USB supplemental driver, or
logon their WEBsite for download.