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Quick Fixes 

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Problem:

 How do I enable the DVD playback feature? 

Cause:

 The video card can output DVD’s in conjunction with a DVD hardware or software rendering appli-

cation such as PowerDVD™ or WinDVD™. 

Solution:

 Verify that the add-on hardware DVD decoder is compatible with the graphics card or that the 

DVD software rendering application is installed properly and/or updated. 

Problem:

 My HTPC’s monitor’s sides are cut-off. 

Cause:

 This problem is called “overscan” and some DLP / Plasma / LCD TVs have options to compensate 

for “overscan”. Please refer to your TVs mfg. or manual on whether or not you have this option. 

Solution:

 Make sure you have the latest NVIDIA Forceware drivers for your video card and that your 

HTPC monitor is setup properly in the NVIDIA Control Panel.  (Located under the Video & Television sec-
tion) 

 

 

Default BIOS Settings 

 

If for any reason you made changes to your BIOS settings and your system is unstable, change the BIOS back 
to its default settings.  
 

 
 
Note: 

For problems not listed in this document, please go to the EVGA Knowledge Base at 

http://

www.evga.com/FAQ

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Summary of Contents for e-GeForce 8800 GT

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Page 2: ...erating System 5 Software Installation Software Installation 6 NVIDIA Control Panel Features NVIDIA Control Panel Features 7 SLI PhysX Configuration 7 HDMI SPDIF Configuration 8 Troubleshooting Quick Fixes 9 Default BIOS Settings 12 Contacting Customer Service Information to Keep Handy Before Calling 13 Compliance Information FCC 15 CE 15 Macrovision 15 Legal Information Trademark Information 15 ...

Page 3: ...lution Provider that builds high performance 3D accelerators based on reference designs by the NVIDIA Corporation Our graphics accelerator cards are fully compatible with the latest 2D and 3D graphical requirements with full sup port for Microsoft DirectX DirectDraw DirectShow Direct3D and OpenGL ...

Page 4: ...omputer 3 Remove the cover of your computer case In most cases this is held in place by several screws or clips you may need to consult your system manual or case manual for additional information 4 Remove your existing graphic adapter if you have one from your computer You will do this by removing the retaining screw and gently rocking the card back and forth applying upwards pressure Please note...

Page 5: ... your card is equipped with a supplemental power adapter we strongly advise that it be connected at the time of installation This supplemental power adapter ensures that your video card receives a clean and strong power signal that will allow it to function at optimal performance levels Your card may require a 6 pin PCI E and or an 8 pin PCI E supplemental power connection Preparing Your Operating...

Page 6: ...torun driver installation menu to start Note If the autorun driver installation menu does not appear it can be launched manually by choosing the Run command from the Windows Start Menu and entering D autorun exe where D is the letter of your CD ROM drive Once the autorun installation menu appears select the Install Video Drivers button from the menu This will start the driver installation process ...

Page 7: ...etches across two screens DualView can control different resolutions color depth and refresh rates settings for each display Horizontal and Vertical Span Modes In these modes the desktop area is spread across both displays at equal resolution This mode can be set for either horizontal or vertical orientation Clone Mode In Clone Mode two monitors display identical images which is useful for present...

Page 8: ...e for audio output refer to the illustrations below for instructions on connecting the SPDIF cable you need to set the SPDIF output to be your default audio device The SPDIF cable may be connected to a SPDIF header on a motherboard or sound card In Windows Vista select Start Control Panel Sound On the Playback tab select the SPDIF output device and select Set Default Windows XP may require additio...

Page 9: ... supplementary power cables and are not using unapproved power adapter cables Problem The computer will only display a black screen after it boots into Windows Cause The integrated video adapter has not been disabled prior to installing the new PCI based video card and or not having uninstalled the display drivers from your previous display adapter Solution Ensure that the integrated video adapter...

Page 10: ...or the video card and you should contact your hardware manufacturer for further assis tance Problem On systems with an integrated graphics chip you get error messages and conflicts after you install your new video card Cause Many systems with an integrated graphics chip need to have these adapters disabled before you can correctly use an add in graphics adapter If they are not properly disabled th...

Page 11: ...n the connection Power on the TV before booting Windows and enable the TV Out feature under Device Selection of the Display Control Panel Problem Games lockup or crash to the desktop Solution Verify that all the necessary hardware drivers are installed and up to date including the chipset video and sound card drivers Reinstall the latest version of DirectX or the faulty program itself Also verify ...

Page 12: ...his problem is called overscan and some DLP Plasma LCD TVs have options to compensate for overscan Please refer to your TVs mfg or manual on whether or not you have this option Solution Make sure you have the latest NVIDIA Forceware drivers for your video card and that your HTPC monitor is setup properly in the NVIDIA Control Panel Located under the Video Television sec tion Default BIOS Settings ...

Page 13: ...om register or when you call for support a staff member will register you Hours of Operation 24 7 Technical Phone Support Phone Support 888 880 EVGA 3842 Fax Support 714 528 4501 Tech Support Web Site http www evga com support Information to keep handy before calling Motherboard Model and Manufacturer ______________________________________ Motherboard Chipset not processor ________________________...

Page 14: ...r to http www evga com register and have the following information ready before contacting customer service Card Name Part Number UPC Number Serial Number Warranty Program To Fit Your Needs For most of our Retail Products EVGA is offering a Lifetime Warranty program For more information please visit http www evga com support lifetime Must be registered within 30 days of purchase date The rest of t...

Page 15: ... approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CE Compliance Information EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and Amendment 92 31 EEC Class B Digital Device EN 50081 14 Generic Emissions Standard for Residential Commercial and Light Industrial Products EN 55022 CISPR 22 Limits and Methods of meas urement of Radio EN 55022 CISPR 22 Limits and Method o...

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