Nvidia GeForce GTX 650 Ti User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti
GEFORCE GTX 650 TI INSTALLATION GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction 1
About This Guide 1
Minimum System Requirements 2
Unpacking 3
Equipment 3
Hardware Installation 5
Safety Instructions 5
Before You Begin 6
Installing the GeForce Graphics Card 6
Driver Installation 13
Configuring HDMI 21
Enabling Audio Over HDMI 21
Features 23
Compliances 27

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the NVIDIA®GeForce®
GTX 650 Ti graphics card.
Built from the ground up for DirectX 11
tessellation, the GeForce GTX 650 Ti delivers
revolutionary geometry performance for the
ultimate next generation DX11 gaming experience.
With full support for NVIDIA 3D Vision the
GeForce GTX 650 Ti provides the graphics
horsepower and video bandwidth needed to
experience games and high definition Blu-ray
movies in eye-popping stereoscopic 3D.
About This Guide
This installation guide discusses the installation and operation of
the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti graphic card.
Note: It is important to register your product in order to
receive online and phone support. Consult the registration
card included in the retail packaging for more information on
registering your product.
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INTRODUCTION
 Minimum System Requirements
>Motherboard
PCI Express®or PCI Express 3.0-compliant motherboard
with one dual-width x16 graphics slot.
>System Power Supply
Minimum 400 W or greater system power supply (with a
minimum 12 V current rating of 20 A) with one 6-pin PCI Express
supplementary power connector.
>Operating System
zMicrosoft Windows 8, 32-bit or 64-bit
zMicrosoft Windows 7, 32-bit or 64-bit
zMicrosoft Windows Vista, 32-bit or 64-bit
zMicrosoft Windows XP, 32-bit or 64-bit
zLinux, 32-bit or 64-bit
zFreeBSD x86
>System Memory
2 GB system memory (4 GB recommended)
>DVD-ROM drive or internet connection for driver installation
>300 MB of available hard disk space

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UNPACKING
UNPACKING
Prior to unpacking your new NVIDIA GeForce
GTX 650 Ti graphics card, it is important to make
sure you meet all the system requirements listed
on page 2 for a smooth installation.
Be sure to inspect each piece of equipment
shipped in the packing box. If anything is missing
or damaged, contact your reseller.
Equipment
The following equipment and documentation are included in the
GeForce GTX 650 Ti graphics card box.
NVIDIA Driver Installation Disc
Contains:
• Windows 8, Windows 7, XP, and Vista
(32/64-bit) drivers for the GeForce graphics
card. For other operating systems and to keep
your drivers current, visit www.nvidia.com/
drivers and download the latest drivers
• Digital version of this Manual and Driver
Quick Start Guide
Fast and easy steps to install the GeForce
graphics card.
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UNPACKING
DisplayPort
connector
 WELCOME
Registration Card
Register to gain priority access to online and
phone support.
4-to-6 Pin Adapter (Optional)
Use the 4-to-6 pin adapter to convert two 4-pin
power supply connectors to one 6-pin connector.
DVI-to-VGA Adapter (Optional)
Use to connect a VGA monitor to the DVI
connector or a DVI monitor to the VGA connector.
GeForce GTX 650 Ti Graphics Card
One power connector
HDMI
connector
DVI-I
Connector
DVI-D
Connector

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Installing the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 Ti
graphics card hardware involves opening up your
computer. Follow all of the safety instructions
provided here to ensure that there is no damage
to you, your computer, or the graphics board.
Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, always follow basic
safety precautions.
Note: All hardware must be installed prior to installation of
the drivers.
>Remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main
source before installation.
>Do not operate this product near water or when your hands or
body are wet.
>Do not place this product on soft surfaces that could block the
ventilation slots and cause overheating.
>Do not place this product near a heating register or radiator.
>Place this product securely on a stable surface. Serious damage
to this product may result if it falls.
>Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not place
this product where a person can step or trip on the power cord.
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