Nvidia GeForce MX420 User manual

GeForce4 MX-Series Graphics Accelerator
User’s Manual
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2002/06/25

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.
(2) 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.

Contents
INTRODUCTION............................................................... 1
GEFORCE4 MX-SERIES GPU...................................... 1
1. Brief............................................................................................. 1
2. Requirements of the System......................................................... 1
3. MX-Series Description................................................................ 2
3.1. MX460..................................................................................... 2
3.2. MX440..................................................................................... 4
3.3. MX420..................................................................................... 6
3.4. MX420D.................................................................................. 8
4. Hardware Installation............................................................... 10
5. Software Installation..................................................................11
5.1. Driver Installation...................................................................11
5.2. nVIEW Setup......................................................................... 13
5.3. DirectX Installation................................................................ 16
5.4. OpenGL Settings.................................................................... 18
6. Trouble Shooting....................................................................... 19

Introduction
1
Introduction
GeForce4 MX-Series GPU
1. Brief
Thanks for using the MX-Series graphics accelerator. MX-Series performance is unique
to the 128-bit DDR/128-bit SDR memory; the nVIEW delivers the maximum flexibility
and control in display options MX-Series. Allows for multiple configurations of CRTs
and digital flat panels. High performance 256-bit 2D rendering engine optimized for 32-,
24-, 16-, 15-, and 8bpp modes, true color hardware cursor with alpha.This manual will
help you install this card as quickly, smoothly as possible.
2. Requirements of the System
Before installation the following conditions are required in your system.
• Computer’s processor~ Intel Pentium® processor or others compatible system
• Operating System~ Windows® 95 / 98 / ME / 2000 / NT/ XP display drivers
• LCD or CRT Monitor
• AGP Slot on your mainboard
• CD-ROM drive
Supports of the high-resolution graphics modes
Resolution Colors Vertical Refresh Rate
640x480 8/16/32 bits 150 Hz
800x600 8/16/32 bits 150 Hz
1024x768 8/16/32 bits 120 Hz
1152x864 8/16/32 bits 120 Hz
1280x1024 8/16/32 bits 100 Hz
1600x1200 8/16/32 bits 85 Hz
1920x1200 8/16/32 bits 75 Hz
2048x1536 8/16/32 bits 60 Hz

MX460
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3. MX-Series Description
3.1. MX460
GeForce4 MX460 GPU VGA Connector (D-Sub 15-PIN)
64MB DDR RAM S-Video (TV-Out) Connector
Video Decoder / Encoder DVI Connector (Optional)
Fan Connector AGP Interface
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4
TV-OUT
LCD
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2
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TV-OUT
LCD
DVI Output DVI Connector
(Optional)
S-Video Output S-Video Connector
VGA Output VGA
(
DB 15-Pin
)
Connector

MX460
3
Features
• nVIDIA GeForce4 MX 460 GPU
• Accuview Antialiasing™
• Lightspeed Memory Architecture™ II
• 1.2 billion texels Fill Rate
• 64MB DDR Memory
• 8.8 GB/sec Memory Bandwidth
• High-Definition Video Processor(HDTV)
• AGP 4X/2X Support
• High-quality HDTV/DVD playback
• Integrated TV Encoder Supporting 1024x768 resolution
• Microsoft® DirectX® 8.X and OpenGL® 1.3 Optimizations
Unpack Checklist
The following items should be contained in the package.
• The MX460 VGA Card
• User’s Manual
• CD Driver and Utilities

MX440
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3.2. MX440
GeForce4 MX440 GPU AGP Interface
64MB DDR RAM DVI Connector (optional)
VGA Flash BIOS S-Video (TV-Out) Connector
Fan Connector VGA Connector ( D-Sub 15-PIN)
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5
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MX440
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Features
• nVIDIA GeForce4 MX 440 GPU
• Accuview Antialiasing™
• Lightspeed Memory Architecture™ II
• 1.1 billion texels Fill Rate
• 64MB DDR Memory
• 6.4 GB/sec Memory Bandwidth
• High-Definition Video Processor(HDTV)
• AGP 4X/2X Support
• High-quality HDTV/DVD playback
• Integrated TV Encoder Supporting 1024x768 resolution
• Microsoft® DirectX® 8.X and OpenGL® 1.3 Optimizations
Unpack Checklist
The following items should be contained in the package.
• The MX440 VGA Card
• User’s Manual
• CD Driver and Utilities

MX420
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3.3. MX420
GeForce4 MX420 GPU AGP Interface
64MB SDRAM VGA Connector ( D-Sub 15-PIN)
VGA Flash BIOS S-Video (TV-Out) Connector
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5
6
2
3
4
VGAOutput
S-Video Output S-Video Connector
VGA (DB 15-Pin) Connector
TV-OUT

MX420
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Features
• nVIDIA GeForce4 MX 420 GPU
• Accuview Antialiasing™
• Lightspeed Memory Architecture™ II
• 1.1 billion texels Fill Rate
• 64MB SDRAM Memory
• 2.7 GB/sec Memory Bandwidth
• High-Definition Video Processor (HDTV)
• AGP 4X/2X Support
• High-quality HDTV/DVD playback
• Integrated TV Encoder Supporting 1024x768 resolution
• Microsoft® DirectX® 8.X and OpenGL® 1.3 Optimizations
Unpack Checklist
The following items should be contained in the package.
• The MX420 VGA Card
• User’s Manual
• CD Driver and Utilities

MX420D
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3.4. MX420D
GeForce4 MX420 GPU AGP Interface
64MB DDR RAM VGA Connector ( D-Sub 15-PIN)
VGA Flash BIOS S-Video (TV-Out) Connector
1
4
5
2
6
3
TV-OUT
2
1
3
4
5
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VGAOutput
S-Video Output S-Video Connector
VGA (DB 15-Pin) Connector
TV-OUT

MX420D
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Features
• nVIDIA GeForce4 MX 420 GPU
• Accuview Antialiasing™
• Lightspeed Memory Architecture™ II
• 1.1 billion texels Fill Rate
• 64MB, 64 bit DDR Memory
• 2.7 GB/sec Memory Bandwidth
• High-Definition Video Processor (HDTV)
• AGP 4X/2X Support
• High-quality HDTV/DVD playback
• Integrated TV Encoder Supporting 1024x768 resolution
• Microsoft® DirectX® 8.X and OpenGL® 1.3 Optimizations
Unpack Checklist
The following items should be contained in the package.
• The MX420D VGA Card
• User’s Manual
• CD Driver and Utilities

Hardware Installation
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4. Hardware Installation
Please refer to the following steps.
1. Shut down the computer and remove the computer
case.
2. Remove any existing graphics card on your
mainboard.
3. Press this card into the AGP slot firmly and make sure
it is fully installed. Then secure the card with a bracket
screw.
4. Please insert other cards, plug all the cables, install
other devices, and close the computer case.
5. Turn on the computer. You are ready to install the
driver. Please go to software installation section.
If your mainboard has any onboard VGA capability,
please disable it before installation.
The figure is for reference only; please regard to the
products on hand.

Software Installation
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5. Software Installation
To setup your driver and utility, please refer to the following steps.
5.1. Driver Installation
Please insert your Driver CD into the CD-ROM drive, and then you would
see the auto-run screens. Please refer to the following steps.
Step1
Step2
Select youroperating system icon
Click "Install Products" icon
The figures in this section are for reference only; please
refer to the screen on your computer.

Software Installation
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Step3
After complete the installation, please restart your computer.
Click "Yes"and "Finish" icon
to restart computer
Click "No" and "Finish" icon
to continue install DirectX
Click "Next" icon

Software Installation
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5.2. nVIEW Setup
After restarting the computer, you would see the auto-run screens. The
nVIEW will give you more productive when using your nVIDIA
GPU-based video card. The nVIEW can enhance your desktop using a 3D
effect called transparency, which allows you to see information underneath
windows. It also includes many additional features that allow more efficient
use of multiple displays with your computer. Please refer to the following
steps.

Software Installation
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Software Installation
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Software Installation
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5.3. DirectX Installation
Step1
Step2
Click "Install DirectX8.0a" icon

Software Installation
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Step3
Step4
Step5
After complete the installation, please restart your computer.