ASUS V8170DDR, V9280, V8440 ULTRA TD, V8170SE, V9560 Installation Guide

Graphics Card

Installation Guide

E1262
First Edition V1

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Contents

Notices ...........................................................................................iv

Safety information ...........................................................................v

About this guide..............................................................................vi

ASUS contact information ............................................................. vii

1. Support CD Information.........................................................1

1.1 Running the support CD..................................................1

2. Display Driver Installation .....................................................2

2.1 Changing the Windows display driver .............................2

2.2 Install ASUS Enhanced Driver.........................................4

2.2.1 Windows 98SE/ME .............................................4

Method 1: ASUS Quick Setup Program................

(When autorun is enabled).................4

Method 2: ASUS Quick Setup Program................

(When autorun is disabled) ................5

Method 3: Plug and Play.....................................6

Method 4: Display Property Page .......................7

2.2.2 Windows 2000/XP...............................................9

Method 1: ASUS Quick Setup Program..............9

Method 2: Plug and Play...................................10

2.2.3 Windows NT 4.0................................................12

2.3 NVIDIA WHQL Driver ....................................................13

2.4 DirectX driver ...... .........................................................14

2.5 GART Driver ....... .........................................................15

2.6 WDM capture driver ......................................................17

2.7 Update display driver.....................................................18

2.8 Uninstall Display Driver .................................................20

2.8.1 Windows 98SE/ME ...........................................20

Method1: Using the Autorun Screen ................20

Method 2: Using Control Panel .........................20

2.8.2 Windows 2000 ..................................................21

Method1: Using the Autorun Screen ................21

Method 2: Using Control Panel .........................21

2.8.3 Windows NT 4.0................................................22

3. Utilities ..................................................................................23

3.1 Install Smart Doctor .......................................................23

3.2 Install Video Security.....................................................24

3.3 Install ASUS Digital VCR...............................................25

3.4 Install ASUS GameFace................................................26

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Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference, and

• This device must accept any interference received including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the
graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations.
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communication Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference
Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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Safety information

Electrical safety

• To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from
the electrical outlet before relocating the system.

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that
the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal
cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from
the existing system before you add a device.

• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard,
ensure that all power cables are unplugged.

• Seek professional assistance before using an adpater or extension
cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.

• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your
area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you
are using, contact your local power company.

• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a
qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully
read all the manuals that came with the package.

• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly
connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any
damage, contact your dealer immediately.

• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away
from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.

• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the
product in any area where it may become wet.

• Place the product on a stable surface.

• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a

qualified service technician or your retailer.

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About this guide

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the
following symbols used throughout this manual.

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when
trying to complete a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a
task.

NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid in completing a
task.

Typography

Bold Text Indicates a menu, dialog box or an item to select.

Text input Indicates a text or command that you have to type on

the screen.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product
and software updates.

1. ASUS Websites
The ASUS websites worldwide provide updated information on ASUS

hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the
ASUS Contact Information on page vii.

2. Optional Documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as

warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These
documents are not part of the standard package.

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ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)

Address: 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112
General Tel: [phone]
General Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.asus.com.tw

Technical Support

MB/Others (Tel): [phone] (English)
Notebook (Tel): [phone] (English)
Desktop/Server (Tel): [phone] (English)
Support Fax: [phone]

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)

Address: 44370 Nobel Drive, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
General Fax: [phone]
General Email: [e-mail]
Web Site: usa.asus.com

Technical Support

Support Fax: [phone]
General Support: [phone]
Notebook Support: [phone] x5110
Support Email: [e-mail]

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)

Address: Harkortstr. 25, 40880 Ratingen, BRD, Germany
General Email: [e-mail] (for marketing requests only)
General Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.asuscom.de

Technical Support

Components: [phone]
Notebook PC: [phone]
Support Fax: [phone]
Support Email: www.asuscom.de/support (for online support)

ASUSTeK COMPUTER (Middle East and North Africa)

Address: P.O. Box 64133, Dubai, U.A.E.
General Tel: [phone]
General Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.ASUSarabia.com

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1. Support CD information

The support CD that came with the VGA card contains useful software and
several utility drivers that enhance the video features.

• The screen displays in this manual may not exactly match the
display on your screen.

• Some driver and utility items in the support CD apply only to
specific ASUS VGA card models.

• The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time
without notice. Visit the ASUS website for updates.

1.1 Running the support CD

To begin using the support CD, simply insert the CD into your CD-ROM
drive. The support CD automatically displays the 2D/3D Graphics &

Video Accelerator main menu if autorun is enabled in your computer.

Click a menu item to
open other installation
menus

If autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the
support CD to locate the file SETUP.EXE. Double-click the

SETUP.EXE to run the support CD installation program.

Click to exit
application

Click to view
readme file

Click to display CD
information

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2. Display driver installation

A display driver is the software program that makes the device work with
your operating system. You can install the display drivers for your graphics
card using any of the recommended methods in this section depending on
your operating system.

If you are replacing an old graphics card with a new ASUS graphics card,
make sure to change the Windows display driver setting to “Standard
Display Adapter (VGA)” to avoid possible driver conflicts. Perform the
steps in section “2.1 Changing the Windows display driver” to change your
Windows display driver.

If you are installing an ASUS graphics card in a computer system without
an existing graphics card, perform the steps in section “2.2 Install ASUS
enhanced driver”.

2.1 Changing the Windows display driver

1. Boot your computer.

2. Click the Start button. Select Settings, then Control Panel.

3. Double-click the System icon in the Control Panel. Select the Device
Manager tab.

4. Double-click on Display Adapters.

5. Select the current display adapter then click on Properties.

6. From the Properties dialog box,
select the Driver tab then click on
Update Driver.

7. Click Next on the succeeding
screen.

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8. Select the Display a list of all

the drivers in a specific
location, so you can select the
driver you want option, then

click Next.

9. From the Update Device Driver
Wizard dialog box, select Show

all hardware. Select (Standard
display types) from the

Manufacturers list box and

Standard Display Adapter
(VGA) from the Models list box.

Click Next.

10.When prompted to update the driver, click Yes.

11. Click Next on the succeeding screens.

12.When Setup has finished installing all the necessary files to your
computer, it prompts you to restart your computer. Click OK.

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