GIGABYTE REV2.0 Video Graphics Cards User Manual
- June 15, 2024
- Gigabyte
Table of Contents
GIGABYTE REV2.0 Video Graphics Cards
Product Information
Specifications
- Brand: GIGABYTE
- Model: [Model Name]
- BIOS: Official GIGABYTE BIOS
Introduction
Before applying power to your system, ensure that the graphics card is not damaged. It is important to use the official GIGABYTE BIOS to ensure correct functionality. Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS may cause issues with the graphics card.
Hardware Installation
To set up a 3-Way SLI Configuration, follow the instructions
provided in the user manual.
Software Installation
Driver and Utility Installation
Driver Installation
- Install the Display Driver.
- Agree to the terms and conditions by selecting “AGREE AND CONTINUE”.
- Follow the on-screen prompts by selecting “NEXT” until the installation is complete.
- Restart your system when prompted to do so by selecting “RESTART NOW”.
GIGABYTE OC Guru II
GIGABYTE OC Guru II is a utility that allows you to overclock and monitor your graphics card. Follow the steps below to use the features:
OC GURU II: Profiles
Select the desired profile from the available options.
Monitoring
- Start recording by selecting the “Start recording” function.
- Stop recording by selecting the “Stop recording” function.
Monitoring Panel Settings
- Show the chosen items on the MONITORING PANEL.
- Set up a folder to save the recorded files.
- Return to the MONITORING Page.
- Save the settings.
- Restore the default setup.
GPU CLOCK
- To change the default clock, use the “+” and “-” symbols.
- Show GPU OFFSET.
MEMORY CLOCK
- To change the memory clock, use the “+” and “-” symbols.
- Show MEMORY OFFSET.
FAN
- Show real-time fan speed and fan mode.
- SPEED: Shows real-time fan speed. If using a passive graphics card, it will show 0%.
- MODE: Shows Auto mode or Manual mode. Users can set up in SETTINGS.
SETTINGS
- AUTO mode: Fans will be controlled automatically.
- MANUAL mode: Adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph. Return to PROFILES page.
MINIMUM VOLTAGE
- Show and set up MINIMUM VOLTAGE.
- Change the minimum voltage using the “+” and “-” symbols.
POWER TARGET
- Show and set up POWER TARGET.
- Change the power target using the “+” and “-” symbols.
- Show OSD HOT KEY and OSD location. Click SETTINGS to access OSD settings.
OSD settings
- Return to SETTINGS Page.
- Set up where OSD will show during games by clicking on one of the 9 squares.
- Setup a shortcut key for SOFTWARE On-Screen Display (OSD).
- Setup shortcut keys and a folder to save screenshots.
- Adjust the settings by clicking on the options or dragging the scrollbar.
ONLINE SUPPORT
- Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT.
Update BIOS
The BIOS version of your VGA is shown on the page. By clicking the item
while connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated
BIOS version available. You can download and install the updated BIOS version
automatically.
Update Driver
The DRIVER version of your VGA is shown on the page. By clicking the item
while connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated
DRIVER version available. You can download and install the updated DRIVER
version automatically.
Update OC GURU
The OC GURU version of your VGA is shown on the page. By clicking the item
while connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated
OC GURU version available. You can download and install the updated OC GURU
version automatically.
FAQ
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* Q: What should I do if my graphics card is damaged?
A: Do not apply power to your system if the graphics card is
damaged. Refer to the user manual for troubleshooting steps or
contact GIGABYTE support for further assistance.
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* Q: Can I use non-official GIGABYTE BIOS?
A: Using non-official GIGABYTE BIOS might cause problems on the
graphics card. It is recommended to use official GIGABYTE BIOS
only.
NVIDIA® Graphics Accelerator
Table of Contents
1. Introduction
DO NOT APPLY POWER TO YOUR SYSTEM IF THE GRAPHICS CARD IS 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.
2.1. Hardware Installation
How NVIDIA®SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works: SLI
Configuration:
3-Way SLI Configuration:
3. Software Installation
3.1. Driver and Utility Installation
3.1.1. Driver Installation
Install Display Driver
AGREE AND CONTINUE
NEXT NEXT
RESTART NOW
3.1.2. GIGABYTE OC Guru II
GIGABYTE OC Guru II
OK
OC GURU II: Profiles
MONITORING:
MONITORING PANEL:
Function: Monitoring Panel Settings. Function: Start recording. Function: Stop
recording.
Monitoring panel settings:
Function: Show the chosen items on the MONITORING PANEL. Function: Set up a
folder to save the recorded files.
Function: Return to MONITORING Page. Function: Save the settings. Function:
Restore the default setup.
GPU CLOCK
When changing DEFAULT CLOCK,
represents PLUS and
represents MINUS.
Show GPU OFFSET, users can enter numbers directly to change GPU OFFSET.
MEMORY CLOCK:
MEMORY CLOCK is the combination of DEFAULT CLOCK and OFFSET.
When changing MEMORY CLOCK,
represents PLUS and
represents MINUS.
Show MEMORY OFFSET, users can enter numbers directly to change MEMORY OFFSET.
FAN
Show real time fan speed and fan mode
SPEED: shows real time fan speed, it will show 0% if using a passive graphics
card. MODE: shows Auto mode or Manual mode, users can set up in SETTINGS
SETTINGS:
AUTO mode, fans will be controlled automatically. MANUAL mode, users can
adjust fan behavior by adjusting the blue point on the fan graph. Return to
PROFILES page.
MINIMUM VOLTAGE
Show and set up MINIMUM VOLTAGE
When changing MINIMUM VOLTAGE,
represents PLUS and
represents MINUS.
Users can enter numbers directly to change MINIMUM VOLTAGE.
POWER TARGET
Show and set up POWER TARGET
When changing POWER TARGET,
represents PLUS and
represents MINUS.
Show OSD HOT KEY and OSD location Click SETTINGS to OSD settings
OSD settings:
Function: Return to SETTINGS Page.
Function: Set up where OSD will show during games through clicking on one of
the 9 squares. Function: Setup a shortcut key for SOFTWARE On-Screen Display
(OSD).
Function: Setup shortcut keys and a folder to save screenshots.
The settings can be adjusted by clicking on
or by dragging the scrollbar.
ONLINE SUPPORT
ONLINE SUPPORT:
Click to enter ONLINE SUPPORT
1.Update BIOS:
The BIOS version of your VGA is shown in the page. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated BIOS version available. You can download the updated BIOS version and it installs automatically.
2.Update Driver
The DRIVER version of your VGA is shown in the page. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated DRIVER version available. You can download the updated DRIVER version and it installs automatically.
3.Update OC GURU
The OC GURU version of your VGA is shown in the page. By clicking the item while you are connected to the internet, the software detects if there is an updated OC GURU version available. You can download the updated OC GURU version and it installs automatically.
4.PRODUCT INFO
5.CONTECT US
When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product page.
6.FAQ
When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE CONTECT US page.
When you are connected to the internet, clicking the item will link to the official GIGABYTE product FAQ page.
3.2. Display Properties Pages
Display Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for Windows)
Display Settings Display Settings
Personalize
Advanced
3.3. Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel
NVIDIA Control Panel
NVIDIA Control Panel.
NVIDIA Control Panel.
3D Settings
Display
Dual-Monitor Setup
(1) The same on both display (Clone)
(2) Configured independently from each other (Dualview)
Clone Mode
(3) As one large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span)
(4) As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span)
Stereoscopic 3D
Video & Television
4. Troubleshooting Tips
5.1. Regulatory Statements
Regulatory Notices
Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement Waste
Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement WEEE Symbol
Statement
China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table
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