Gigabyte GeForceTM 8800 GTS Graphics Accelerator GV-NX88S640H-RH User Manual

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GV-NX88S640H-RH
GeForce
™
8800 GTS Graphics Accelerator
User's Manual
Rev. 101
12MD-NX88S6R-101R
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Gigabyte GeForceTM 8800 GTS Graphics Accelerator GV-NX88S640H-RH Specifications

General

Brand	Gigabyte
Model	GeForceTM 8800 GTS Graphics Accelerator GV-NX88S640H-RH
Category	Video Card
Language	English

Summary

Understanding the GeForce 8800 GTS Graphics Accelerator

Key Features of the GeForce 8800 GTS

Lists key technical specifications and capabilities of the graphics card.

Minimum System Requirements for Operation

Details the hardware and operating system requirements for the graphics card.

Installing Your Graphics Card Hardware

Graphics Card Component Identification

Illustrates the physical components and connectors on the graphics card.

Physical Installation Procedure

Provides instructions for physically installing the graphics card into the computer.

Software Installation for Windows XP

Windows XP Driver and Utility Setup Guide

Guides for installing drivers and utilities on Windows XP operating systems.

Operating System Prerequisites for Drivers

Specifies prerequisites like DirectX version for driver installation.

DirectX Installation for 3D Acceleration

Step-by-step guide to install Microsoft DirectX for enhanced 3D performance.

Graphics Driver Installation Methods

Instructions for installing the graphics card driver using different methods (wizard/autorun).

Accessing NVIDIA Control Panel via Taskbar

Explains how to locate and use the NVIDIA icon on the taskbar for settings.

Adjusting Display Properties in Windows

Guides on accessing and adjusting display settings like resolution and color in Windows.

Graphics Driver Installation for Windows 2000

Graphics Card Troubleshooting Guide

Appendix and Reference Information

Reflashing Graphics Card BIOS in MS-DOS Mode

Step-by-step guide to update the graphics card's BIOS in MS-DOS mode.

Supported Display Resolutions and Color Depths

A table listing supported display resolutions and color depths for Windows XP.