Gigabyte GV-N28-1GH-B-GA, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 280 User Manual

GV-N28-1GH-B

NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 280 Graphics Accelerator

User's Manual

Rev. 101
12MM-NX28GB-101R

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................................................................ 4

1.1. Features ......................................................................................................................... 4

1.2. Minimum System Requirements .................................................................................... 4

2. Hardware Installation.................................................................................................. 5

2.1. Board Layout ................................................................................................................. 5

2.2. Hardware Installation......................................................................................................8

3. Software Installation.................................................................................................. 12

3.1. Windows® XP Driver and Utilities Installation ............................................................... 12

3.1.1. Operating System Requirements .............................................................................. 12

3.1.2. DirectX Installation........................................................................................................ 13

3.1.3. Driver Installation ......................................................................................................... 14

3.1.4. Taskbar Icon................................................................................................................. 16

3.1.5. Display Properties Pages ........................................................................................... 17

3.1.6. nView Properties Pages

(Note)

....................................................................................... 28

4. Troubleshooting Tips................................................................................................ 33

5. Appendix ................................................................................................................. 34

5.1. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode.............................................................. 34

5.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows XP)................................................... 35

Regulatory Statements ................................................................................................. 37

(Note) This item will show up when you connect two monitors.

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1. Introduction

1.1. Features

• Powered by NVIDIA® GeForceTM GTX 280 Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)

• Supports PCI Express 2.0

• Integrated with 1 GB GDDR3 memory

• Supports DirectX 10

• Supports NVIDIA

®

SLI

TM

(Scalable Link Interface) technology

(Note 1)

• Supports 2 DVI-I connectors

• Supports HDMI connector (by adapter)

• Supports 2 D-Sub connectors (by adapter)

• Supports HDCP (High-Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) technology

1.2. Minimum System Requirements

• Hardware

- 500-watt power supply or greater with minimum 12V current rating of 36A.

(Note 2)

- Intel® Pentium®/CoreTM 2 or AMD AthlonTM/Phenom

TM

- 512 MB of system memory; 2 GB or more for best performance

- Optical drive for software installation (CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive)

• Operating System

- Windows

®

Vista

- Windows

®

XP with Service Pack 2 (SP2)

- Windows

®

XP Professional x64 Edition

• SLI

TM

Configuration

If you are planning on using this graphics card as part of an SLI system, the following
are required:

- An SLI certified motherboard with two/three PCIe x16 slots and correct chipset driver

- Two GV-N28-1GH-B for SLI configuration;
Three GV-N28-1GH-B for 3-way SLI configuration

- A power supply with 900-watt or above is recommended

- An SLI bridge connector or 3-way SLI bridge connector

(Note 1) SLI technology requires a PCI Express motherboard with two/three x16 physical connectors.

Graphics cards working in an SLI configuration must be with the same model name
(e.g. GV-N28-1GH-B) and from the same vendor (e.g. GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY).

(Note 2) The minimum system power requirement recommended here is based on a PC configured

with an Intel Core 2 Extreme processor (QX6700).

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SLI Connector

2. Hardware Installation

2.1. Board Layout

TV-Out

DVI-I
Connector 1

DVI-I
Connector 2

Analog LCD Monitor Analog Monitor

or

DVI-I to D-Sub
Adapter

HDTV

NTSC / PAL TV Projector

NTSC / PAL TV Projector

or

or

Pr

Pb/AV Output

S-Video Output

Digital LCD Monitor

DVI Output

DVI-I to HDMI Adapter

D-Sub
Output

HDMI TV

Y

TV-Out

DVI-I Connector 1

DVI-I Connector 2

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The GV-N28-1GH-B graphics card is a performance optimized high-end card. Power is taken from the
PCI Express host bus as well as the 8-pin and 6-pin PCI Express power connectors.
Without auxiliary power provided to the GV-N28-1GH-B graphics card, an LED on the bracket goes red
and the graphics card will not boot. In addition, the connector that is not adequately powered will turn
red.
The table below outlines the different possible scenarios as well as the resulting behaviors.

8-pin PCIe Power 6-pin PCIe Power

Result

Connector Connector

Connected Connected Full Power
Not Connected Connected LED light is red- graphics card will not boot
Connected Not Connected LED light is red- graphics card will not boot
Not Connected Not Connected LED light is red- graphics card will not boot

We suggest you using a power supply that provides a 8-pin PCI Express power cable instead
of using the included 8-pin power adapter. If you want to use the included 8-pin power adapter,
make sure at least 12V/15A current is supplied to each 4-pin power connector on this adapter.
Failure to do so may jeopardize the stability of the graphics card.

Incorrect Connection

(The two 4-pin power connectors on
the adapter are connected to the same
system power supply cable.)

Correct Connection

(The two 4-pin power connectors on the
adapter are connected to two independent
system power supply cables.)

Requires: At least 12V current
rating of 15A

8-pin Power
Adapter

Requires: At least 12V current
rating of 15A

Configuration with External PCIe Connectors:

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Expansion cards contain very delicate Integrated Circuit (IC) chips. To
protect them against damage from static electricity, you should follow some
precautions whenever you work on your computer.

1. Turn off your computer and unplug power supply.

2. Use a grounded wrist strap before handling computer components. If you do not
have one, touch both of your hands to a safely grounded object or to a metal object,
such as the power supply case.

3. Place components on a grounded antistatic pad or on the bag that came with the
components whenever the components are separated from the system.

The card contains sensitive electric components, which can be easily damaged by static
electricity, so the card should be left in its original packing until it is installed.
Unpacking and installation should be done on a grounded anti-static mat. The operator
should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same point as the anti-static
mat.
Inspect the card carton for obvious damage. Shipping and handling may cause damage
to your card. Be sure there are no shipping and handling damages on the card before
proceeding.

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.

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2.2. Hardware Installation

Now that you have prepared your computer, you are ready to install your graphics card.

To remove the existing graphics card:

Step 1.
Power off the computer and monitor, then disconnect
the display cable from the back of your computer.

Step 2.
Remove the computer cover. If necessary, consult
your computer's manual for help in removing the
cover.

Step 3.
Remove any existing graphics card from your
computer.

To install your new graphics card:

Step 1.
Locate the PCI Express x16 slot. If necessary, re­move the metal cover from this slot; then align your
graphics card with the PCI Express x16 slot, and
press it in firmly until the card is fully seated.

* Please make sure that the gold edge connector of
the graphics card is securely inserted.

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Step 2.
Replace the screws to fasten the card in place, and
replace the computer cover.

Step 3.
Plug the display cable into your graphics card; then
turn on the computer and monitor. To connect a flat
panel directly to your graphics card, use the DVI-I
connector. To connect a D-Sub monitor to the DVI-I
connector, plug the DVI-I to D-Sub adapter into the
DVI-I connector, then plug the monitor cable into the
adapter. Or use the DVI-I to HDMI adapter to connect
an HDMI monitor. (Note: Only the DVI-I Connector 2
supports the DVI-I to HDMI adapter.)

You are now ready to proceed with the installation of the graphics card driver. Please refer to next
chapter for detailed instructions.

Connect a flat panel

Connect a D-Sub monitor via DVI-I to D-Sub adapter

After installation, remember to connect the power cable to your graphics
card, or the system will not boot (refer to page 6 to see the details). Do not
touch the card when it's operating to prevent system instability.

To TV / VCR To Flat Panel Display

Connect a HDMI monitor via DVI-I to HDMI adapter

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GIGABYTE Video Adapter

Connect to the TV-Out port on
the graphics card.

S-Video Out

HDTV Component
(Y+Pr+Pb)

AV Out

(1) Connecting HDTV
Connect your HDTV cables to the video adapter according to
the corresponding color.
(Y= Green, Pr= Red, Pb= Blue)

(2) Connecting S-Video
If your TV has a S-Video connection, connect the S-Video
cable from your TV to the S-Video Out port on the adapter.

(3) Connecting AV Output
If your TV has a Composite video connection, you can connect
the RCA cable from your TV to the AV Out port on the adapter.

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How NVIDIA® SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology works:

In an SLI configuration, two/three SLI-ready graphics cards of the same model and the same manufac­turers are connected together via SLI bridge connector in a system that provides two/three x16 PCI
Express slots to scale graphics performance. The picture below shows that two and three graphics
cards are linked in parallel in an SLI configuration.

SLI bridge connector

(provided by motherboard manufacturer)

Two SLI-ready graphics
cards of the same type.
(Example:
GV-N28-1GH-B)

3-Way SLI bridge connector

(provided by motherboard manufacturer)

Three SLI-ready graphics
cards of the same type.
(Example:
GV-N28-1GH-B)

SLI Configuration:

3-Way SLI Configuration:

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3. Software Installation

In this manual, we assume that your CD-ROM drive letter to be Drive D:
The installation of drivers is very simple. When you insert the driver CD into your CD-ROM drive, you
can see the autorun window (if it does not show up, run "D:\setup.exe"). Then you can follow the
instructions to setup your graphics card driver. (Please follow the subsection "3.1.3 Driver Installation"
to install the driver for your graphics card.)

3.1. Windows® XP Driver and Utilities Installation

3.1.1. Operating System Requirements

Notice the following guidelines before installing the drivers:

1. First make sure your system has installed DirectX 9.0c or later version.

2. Make sure your system has installed the appropriate motherboard drivers (for the motherboard
drivers, please contact the motherboard manufacturer.)

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3.1.2. DirectX Installation

Install Microsoft DirectX to enable 3D hardware acceleration support for Windows XP to achieve better
3D performance.

For software MPEG support in Windows XP, you must install DirectX first. Users who run
Windows XP with Service Pack 2 or above do not need to install DirectX separately.

Step 1.
When the autorun window shows up, click the
Install DirectX 9 item.

Step 2. Choose I accept the agreement
and click the Next button.

Step 3. Click the Next button.

The system is installing the components. Step 4. Click Finish to restart computer.

Then the DirectX 9 installation is completed.

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3.1.3. Driver Installation

A. New Hardware Found

When the graphics card is inserted into your computer for the first time, the operating system will detect
the graphics card automatically and display a New Hardware Found message. The following are step­by-step installation instructions.

Step 1: Found New Hardware Wizard: Video Controller (VGA Compatible)

Click the Next button to install the driver. (Insert the
driver CD-ROM that came with your graphics card.)

Or click the Cancel button to install the driver from
the autorun window.

Step 2: Found New Hardware Wizard: Searching and Installing

The wizard will search for the driver and install it automatically.

Step 3: Found New Hardware Wizard: Finish

Click the Finish button to finish the installation.

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B. Driver Installation (Autorun Window)

Insert the driver CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The autorun window will appear. If it does not show
up, please run "D:\setup.exe".

Step 1.
When the autorun window shows up, click the
Install Display Driver item.

Step 2. Click the Next button. The system is installing the components.

Step 3. Click the Finish button to restart the computer.
Then the driver installation is completed.

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3.1.4. Taskbar Icon

After installing the graphics card driver, you will find an NVIDIA icon in your system tray. Click this
icon to open the control panel.

Right click the NVIDIA icon to enter the NVIDIA Control Center.

You can adjust the properties of the graphics card here.

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3.1.5. Display Properties Pages

To access Display Properties pages, right-click on desktop and then select Properties. The Display
Properties dialog box shows the information of display adapter, color, the range of display area, and

the refresh rate.

Settings (Resolutions and Color Quality for Windows)

You may adjust the screen resolution and color quality settings in this dialog box.

You can move the slider to change the resolution.

You can click the item to change the color quality.

Click the Advanced button for advanced settings

NVIDIA Control Panel

After pressing the Advanced button in Settings, you'll see the Plug and Play Monitor and NVIDIA
GeForce GTX 280 Properties dialog box. Click the GeForce GTX 280 tab. (You can also click the

NVIDIA icon in your system tray and select NVIDIA Control Panel.)

Access the GeForce GTX 280 tab page to launch the NVIDIA
Control Panel.
 All of the NVIDIA control panels have been consolidated

into a single application, the NVIDIA Control Panel. Click
the Start the NVIDIA Control Panel button to open the
NVIDIA Control Panel.

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Select the view of the NVIDIA Control Panel that is
most appropriate for you.

 Standard Settings
 Advanced Settings

The following pages provide details on configuring
advanced settings.

In the NVIDIA Control Panel, select a category to
alter specific NVIDIA display settings.
The categories are:

 3D Settings
 Display
 Video & Television

In the NVIDIA Control Panel, change a view if you
want.
The supported modes are:

 Standard
 Advanced
 Custom

3D Settings

Tasks in the 3D Settings pages allow you to do the following:

• Change the image and rendering settings of your 3D applications and games that utilize Direct3D and
OpenGL technology.

• Override the shipped clocked frequencies of your GPU and GPU memory to increase your GPU
performance.

• Assign specific 3D settings to a game so that these settings automatically load when a game is
launched.

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(Note 1) This item is present only in Advanced view mode.
(Note 2) This item will show up when you install two graphics cards with the same model name and

from the same vendor.

 Adjust Image Settings with Preview

If you are unfamiliar with 3D technology or not
an advanced graphics user, use the Adjust
Image Settings with Preview page to preview
any changes you make for improved image
quality and rendering.

 Manage 3D Settings

(Note 1)

The Manage 3D Settings page enables you to
establish default 3D settings to use for all your
Direct3D or OpenGL applications and to estab­lish a unique set of 3D settings for a particular
game or application.

 Set Multi-GPU Configuration

(Note 2)

Multi-GPU technology allows you to use two
or more GPUs together. This results in signifi­cant improvements in rendering performance
and image quality.

Note:

It is recommended that you set to Multi-GPU mode
to enhance the graphics card's performance.

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Display

A variety of display features enable you to further manipulate and configure your display settings to
optimize the use of your displays. Tasks in the Display pages allow you to do the following:

• Run display optimization wizard

• Move CRT screen position

• Change resolution

• Adjust desktop color settings

• Rotate display

• Manage custom resolutions

(Note 1)

• Run multiple display wizard

(Note 2)

• Set up multiple displays

(Note 1) This item is present only in Advanced view mode.
(Note 2) This item will show up when you connect two monitors.

 Run Display Optimization Wizard

This wizard helps you adjust your displays
for optimal viewing and repersentation of
colors.

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 Move CRT Screen Position

You can use your mouse (by clicking on the
arrow keys on this page) or the arrow keys
on your keyboard to adjust the position of your
desktop to better fit your display. This is a
useful alternative to using the controls (buttons)
on your actual physical display.

 Change Resolution

Using the Change Resolution controls, you
can change the color setting, reduce screen
flickering, or adjust the amount of information
appearing on your display.

 Adjust Desktop Color Settings

Use this page to set the contrast, sharpness,
and color depth (Digital Vibrance) of the im­ages on your desktop. These changes will
not affect any video playback. To change video
color settings, go to Adjust Video Color Set­tings under the Video and TV section from the
Start page.

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 Rotate Display

The NVIDIA Rotate features enable you to
change the orientation of your desktop to portrait,
landscape, and inverted modes. This is use­ful if you have rotated your physical display
and need to rotate the desktop to match the
orientation of your display.

 Manage Custom Resolutions

(Note 1)

If you are an advanced user, you can create
custom timing modes with the width, height,
bit-color depth, and the refresh rate etc. The
Advanced Timing page enables you to adjust
timings for your graphics card in order to sup­port a variety of different display timings for
ultimate flexibility for analog CRT and DVI
connections. You can use the advanced
Change Resolution Attributes page to view
custom display modes you have saved in the
Create Custom Timings page.

 Run Multiple Display Wizard

(Note 2)

This wizard will help you enable and custom­ize your multi-display setup.

(Note 1) This item is present only in Advanced view mode.
(Note 2) This item will show up when you connect two monitors.

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 Set up Multiple Displays

NVIDIA nView technology enables you to view
your desktop in one of several multi-display
modes to make the best use of the displays
(monitors) that are connected to your computer.

Dual-Monitor Setup

You can set the display to output from two monitors on the Set up Multiple Displays page.

Select your preferred nView display modes here.

• Only use one display (Single)

• The same on both display (Clone)

• As one large horizontal desktop (Horizontal span)

• As one large vertical desktop (Vertical span)

• Configured independently from each other
(Dualview)

(1) The same on both display (Clone)

Clone mode indicates that both displays in the
display pair show images of the same desktop.

Clone Mode

(2) As one large horizontal desktop
(Horizontal span)

Horizontal Span mode indicates that both displays
in the display pair function as one wide virtual
desktop. The width of each display is half the
width of the total virtual desktop width.

Horizontal Span Mode

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(3) As one large vertical desktop
(Vertical span)

Vertical Span mode indicates that both displays in
the display pair function as one tall virtual desktop.
The height of each display is half the height of the
total virtual desktop height.

(4) Configured independently from each other
(Dualview)

Dualview mode indicates that both displays in the
display pair function as one virtual desktop. Unlike
Horizontal Span or Vertical Span mode, Dualview
treats each display as a separate device. This
means that the taskbar will not be stretched across
displays and 3D applications are not accelerated
as efficiently as when the application spans
displays.

Vertical Span Mode

Dualview Mode

Display
Matrix

Model GV-N28-1GH-B
CRT+HDMI Yes
CRT+DVI Yes
DVI+HDMI Yes
DVI+HDMI+CRT No
DVI +DVI Yes
CRT+CRT Yes

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Video & Television

Video and television features are similar to those for analog and digital displays and include features
specific to television and HDTV (high definition television) technology for optimal viewing.Tasks in the
Video & Television pages allow you to do the following:

• Adjust your television picture quality and video color settings for the best possible viewing in its
environment.

• Change the position and size of the desktop video to best fit your television or HDTV (high definition
television) screen.

• Change the signal format to use for your standard television or HDTV as well as change country­specific signal or the HDTV format.

• Enable full screen video mirroring.

 Adjust Video Color Settings

Use the controls on this page to fine tune the
color settings for video content on your display.
Select one of the test images to monitor your
changes. For best results, play a video while
you make adjustment to view the changes as
they happen.

(Note) This item will show up when you connect a television.

 Run T elevision Setup Wizard

(Note)

The wizard will guide you through the steps to
configure your television for use with your
computer.

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HDTV Setup

Follow the steps below to connect an HDTV to your system using the included component video
adapter.

Step 1:
Connect the HDTV component cable to the adapter accord­ing to the corresponding color. (Y= Green, Pr= Red, Pb=
Blue). Connect the TV Out cable from the adapter to the TV
Out port on your graphics card.

Step 2:
Go to NVIDIA Control Panel. Select the Run

television setup wizard

(Note)

item in the Video

& Television page.

Step 3:
When the Television Setup Wizard appears,
click Next.

Step 4:
Select Component in the Connector Type
screen.

Step 5:
Select a definition type for your HDTV
(depending on the specifications of your HDTV)
and click Next.

(Note) This item will show up when you connect a television.

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Step 6:
Click the Preview button to preview the
selected settings. Then click Next.

Step 7:
Click Finish to apply the new television
settings.

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3.1.6. nView Properties Pages

(Note)

nView is a set of desktop tools designed to help you be more productive when using your graphics

card. With nView you can set up multiple desktops to work with your applications. Multiple desktops
give you extra desktop areas on which to run your applications so you won't have to crowd several
open application windows on one desktop.

Enabling the nView Desktop Manager Features:

Click the NVIDIA icon in your system tray and select nView Properties under nView Destop
Manager. Click the Enable button to turn on all the nView Desktop Manager features.

(Note) This item will show up when you connect two monitors.

Step 1: Click nView Properties. Step 2: Click Enable.

Accessing the nView Properties Pages:

To access the nView properties page, you can click the NVIDIA icon in your system tray and select
nView Properties under nView Desktop Manager.

Click the item to start configuringing nView features.

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nView Desktop Management properties

 This tab contains information about the nView Desktop Manager.

The Setup Wizard can also be accessed from this tab.

nView Profiles properties

 This tab contains a record of all nView display settings for easy

software setup.

nView Windows properties

 This tab allows you to control window and dialog box placement

when using multiple monitors.

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nView Applications properties

 This tab allows you to control nView settings depending on

different applications.

nView Desktops properties

 This tab allows you to create up to 32 unique desktops.

nView User Interface properties

 This tab allows for customization of the nView user interface.

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nView Effects properties

 This tab provides special windows effects that you can apply to

your applications.

nView Zoom properties

 This tab provides dynamic zoom functionality on the desktop.

Also enable full screen video playback via the video mirroring
control button.

nView Hot Keys properties

 This tab lets you perform various actions with shortcut keys or

key combinations.

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nView Mouse properties

 This tab can modify and extend mouse behavior with kinematic

actions.

nView Tools properties

 This tab can improve nView functionality for mobile and desktop

users.

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4. T roubleshooting T ips

The following troubleshooting tips may help if you experience problems. Contact your dealer or
GIGABYTE for more advanced troubleshooting information.

 Check that the card is seated properly in the PCI Express x16 slot.
 Ensure that the display cable is securely fastened to the card's display connector.
 Make sure that the monitor and computer are plugged in and receiving power.
 If necessary, disable any built-in graphics capabilities on your motherboard. For more

information, consult your computer's manual or manufacturer.
(NOTE: Some manufacturers do not allow the built-in graphics to be disabled or to become the
secondary display.)

 Make sure you selected the appropriate display device and graphics card when you install

the graphics driver.

 Restart your computer.

Press <F8> on your keyboard after system starts up. When the Windows Advanced Options
Menu appears, select Safe Mode and press <Enter>.
After getting into Safe Mode, in Device Manager check whether the driver for the graphics card
is correct.

 For more assistance, use the Troubleshooting Guide located in the Windows Help or contact

your computer manufacturer.

If necessary, adjust your monitor's setting using monitor's adjust panel to make the screen
look focused, crisp, and sharp. (Please refer to the monitor's manual.)

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5. Appendix

5.1. How to Reflash the BIOS in MS-DOS Mode

1. Extract the downloaded Zip file to your hard disk(s) or floppy disk. This procedure assumes drive A.

2. Restart the computer in MS-DOS mode. (You may need a startup disk to restart the computer in
MS-DOS mode.)

3. Change the command prompt to A:\>.

4. To back up the current BIOS, at the A:\> prompt, type[BIOS flash utility name]

-s [BIOS file name] (example: gvf18 -s 28GHB.f1) and press Enter .

5. To flash BIOS, at the A:\> prompt, type[BIOS flash utility name] -p
[BIOS file name] (example: gvf18 -p 28GHB.f2) and press Enter .

6. Wait until it's done, then restart your computer.

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5.2. Resolutions and Color Depth Table (In Windows XP)

GeForce GTX 280 Single Display Standard Modes

Display Refresh Color Depth (bpp)
Screen Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) 32bpp(16.7M)
Resolution (Hz) Standard mode High mode True mode

320 x 200 60~75 333
320 x 240 60~75 333
400 x 300 60~75 333
480 x 360 60~75 333
512 x 384 60~75 333
640 x 400 (16:10) 60~75 333
640 x 480 60~240 333
720 x 480 60 333
720 x 576 50~60 333
800 x 600 60~240 333
848 x 480 60~240 333
960 x 600 (16:10) 60~240 333
1024 x 768 60~200 333

240 33X

1088 x 612 (16:9) 60~200 333

240 33X

1152 x 864 60~170 333

200 33X

1280 x 720 (16:9) 60~150 333

170 33X

1280 x 768 60~150 333

170 33X

1280 x 800 60~150 333

170 33X

1280 x 960 60~150 333

170 33X

1280 x 1024 60~150 333

170 33X

1360 x 768 60~150 333

170 33X

1600 x 900 (16:9) 60~120 333

140~150 33X

1600 x 1024 60~100 333

120 33X

To be continued...

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Display Refresh Color Depth (bpp)
Screen Rate 8bpp(256 color) 16bpp(65K color) 32bpp(16.7M)
Resolution (Hz) Standard mode High mode True mode
1600 x 1200 60~100 333

120 33X

1920 x 1080 (16:9) 60~85 333

100 33X

1920 x 1200 (16:10) 60~85 333

100 33X

1920 x 1440 60~85 333
2048 x 1536 60~85 333
2560 x 1600 60 333
(Dual-Link)

* This table is for reference only. The actual resolutions supported depend on the monitor you use.

- 37 - Appendix

Regulatory Statements

Regulatory Notices

This document must not be copied without our written permission, and the contents there of must not be
imparted to a third party nor be used for any unauthorized purpose. Contravention will be prosecuted.
We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing.
GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note
that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as
a commitment by GIGABYTE.

Our Commitment to Preserving the Environment

In addition to high-efficiency performance, all GIGABYTE motherboards fulfill European Union regula­tions for RoHS (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
and WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) environmental directives, as well as most
major worldwide safety requirements. To prevent releases of harmful substances into the environment
and to maximize the use of our natural resources, GIGABYTE provides the following information on
how you can responsibly recycle or reuse most of the materials in your "end of life" product.

Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE products have not intended to add and safe from hazardous substances (Cd, Pb, Hg, Cr+6,
PBDE and PBB). The parts and components have been carefully selected to meet RoHS requirement.
Moreover, we at GIGABYTE are continuing our efforts to develop products that do not use internationally
banned toxic chemicals.

Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive Statement

GIGABYTE will fulfill the national laws as interpreted from the 2002/96/EC WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment) directive. The WEEE Directive specifies the treatment, collection, recycling and
disposal of electric and electronic devices and their components. Under the Directive, used equipment
must be marked, collected separately, and disposed of properly.

WEEE Symbol Statement

The symbol shown below is on the product or on its packaging, which indicates that this
product must not be disposed of with other waste. Instead, the device should be taken to
the waste collection centers for activation of the treatment, collection, recycling and
disposal procedure. The separate collection and recycling of your waste equipment at the

time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources and ensure that it is recycled in a
manner that protects human health and the environment. For more information about where you can
drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local government office, your
household waste disposal service or where you purchased the product for details of environmentally
safe recycling.
 When your electrical or electronic equipment is no longer useful to you, "take it back" to your local

or regional waste collection administration for recycling.

 If you need further assistance in recycling, reusing in your "end of life" product, you may contact us

at the Customer Care number listed in your product's user's manual and we will be glad to help you
with your effort.

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Finally, we suggest that you practice other environmentally friendly actions by understanding and
using the energy-saving features of this product (where applicable), recycling the inner and outer
packaging (including shipping containers) this product was delivered in, and by disposing of or
recycling used batteries properly. With your help, we can reduce the amount of natural resources
needed to produce electrical and electronic equipment, minimize the use of landfills for the disposal of
"end of life" products, and generally improve our quality of life by ensuring that potentially hazardous
substances are not released into the environment and are disposed of properly.

China Restriction of Hazardous Substances Table

The following table is supplied in compliance with China's Restriction of Hazardous Substances (China
RoHS) requirements: