Nvidia GEFORCE GT 240 User manual

GEFORCE®

GT  GRAPHICS CARD

INSTALLATION GUIDE

NVIDIA GeForce GT 240

GEFORCE GT 240 INSTALLATION GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 1

About this guide 1

Minimum System Requirements 2

Unpacking 3

Equipment 4

Hardware Installation 5

Safety Instructions 5

Before You Begin 6

Installing the GeForce Graphics Card 6

Driver Installation 11

Features and Beneﬁts 15

Compliance and Certiﬁcations 19

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the NVIDIA®

GeForce®GT 240 graphics card.

Graphics processing has become an essential

ingredient to the modern PC. Nowadays, we sim-

ply demand more from our PCs and the NVIDIA

GeForce GT 240 Graphics Card will bring your PC

into the modern world with gorgeous graphics,

fantastic video, crisp responsive photo editing

and a Premium Windows experience.

About This Guide

This installation guide discusses the installation and operation of

the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 graphic solution.

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

>Operating System

Microsoft Windows 7

Microsoft Windows Vista, 32-bit or 64-bit

Microsoft Windows XP, 32-bit or 64-bit

Linux, 32-bit or 64-bit

FreeBSD x86

>Power Supply

300W or greater power supply with a minimum 12V current

rating of 18A

>System Interface

One (1) open PCI Express slot

>CD-ROM/DVD-ROM drive or internet connection for driver

installation

>150 MB of available hard disk space

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UNPACKING

Prior to unpacking your new NVIDIA GeForce

GT 240 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 GT 240 graphics card box.

NVIDIA Driver Installation CD

Contains:

• Windows 7, XP, and Vista (32/64-bit) drivers for

the GeForce graphics card. 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, the NVIDIA Control

Panel User Guide, and Driver

• Release Notes

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UNPACKING

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Quick Start Guide

Fast and easy steps to install the GeForce

graphics card(s).

Installation Guide

More detailed instructions to install the GeForce

graphics card(s).

WELCOME

Registration Card

phone support.

DVI-to-VGA Adapter (Optional)

Use to connect a VGA monitor to the DVI connector or a

DVI monitor to the VGA connector.

DVI-to-HDMI Adapter (Optional)

Use to connect an HDTV to the card through the DVI

connector.

GeForce GT 240 Graphics Card

HDMI

connector

DVI

connector

VGA

connector

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HARDWARE INSTALLATIONS

Installing the NVIDIA GeForce GT 240 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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