INSTALLATION GUIDE 
GEFORCE GTX 970 INSTALLATION GUIDE
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction |
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About This Guide |
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Minimum System Requirements |
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Unpacking |
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Equipment |
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Hardware Installation |
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Safety Instructions |
5 |
Before You Begin |
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Installing the GeForce Graphics Card |
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Software Installation |
11 |
GeFore Experience Software Installation |
11 |
Driver Installation |
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Configuring SLI |
15 |
Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel |
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Enabling/Disabling SLI |
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Configuring HDMI |
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Enabling Audio Over HDMI |
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Features |
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Compliances |
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Table of Contents
Introduction |
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Introduction
Thank you for choosing the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970 graphics card.
The GTX 970 is a powerful graphics card that gives you the fast, smooth, quiet gaming you’re looking for in all your favorite titles. With features like GPU Boost 2.0, NVIDIA TXAA, and NVIDIA PhysX, this graphics card will give you the best your games have to offer.
Plus, with NVIDIA’s GeForce Experience built right into its drivers, you can take advantage of NVIDIA’s tens of thousands of hours of testing to optimize your gameplay settings with one click.
About This Guide
This installation guide discusses the installation and operation of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 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 500 W or greater system power supply with two 6-pin PCI Express supplementary power connectors.
>> Operating System
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Microsoft Windows 8, 32-bit or 64-bit |
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Microsoft Windows 7, 32-bit or 64-bit |
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Linux, 32-bit or 64-bit |
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>> 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
Unpacking |
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Unpacking
Prior to unpacking your new NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 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 970 graphics card box.
NVIDIA Driver Installation Disc
Contains:
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GeForce Experience Software
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
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Registration Card |
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WELCOME |
Register to gain priority access to online and |
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GeForce GTX 970 Graphics Card |
Two 6-Pin Power Connectors
SLI
Connector
DisplayPort
Connector
(Qty Three) 
HDMI
Connector
DisplayPort 
Connectors
DVI
Connector
Hardware Installation |
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Hardware Installation
Installing the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 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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