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Table of contents

Requirements

Unpacking

Mac OS X Software

Installation

Connecting Your Display

Technical Support

Warranty Information

EVGA Advanced RMA (EAR) Program

EVGA Online Community

EVGA FAQ

FOLDING@EVGA

Compliance Information

Trademark Information

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(English) GTX 285

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1. EVGA GTX 285 graphics card
2. Power cables
3. Two DVI ports

Figure 1.

 EVGA GTX 285 Graphics Card

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GTX 285 (English)

Requirements

Requires Mac Pro (Early 2009 with 1066Mhz DDR3 memory) or Mac Pro (Early 2008 with 
800Mhz DDR2 FB-DIMM memory) with PCI Express 2.0 slot. Requires Mac OS X v10.5.7 
or later.

Unpacking

Your EVGA GTX 285 graphics card 

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 is shipped with two power cables 

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 that connect to the 

logic board of the Mac Pro (see Figure 3). You will not need any tools to perform this installation.

Summary of Contents for GTX 285

Page 1: ...X 285 2 1 EVGA GTX 285 graphics card 2 Power cables 3 Two DVI ports Figure 1 EVGA GTX 285 Graphics Card 1 2 3 GTX 285 English Requirements Requires Mac Pro Early 2009 with 1066Mhz DDR3 memory or Mac Pro Early 2008 with 800Mhz DDR2 FB DIMM memory with PCI Express 2 0 slot Requires Mac OS X v10 5 7 or later Unpacking Your EVGA GTX 285 graphics card 1 is shipped with two power cables 2 that connect t...

Page 2: ...ater 3 Reboot your system when the update is complete Note If your system version is not at 10 5 7 you need to upgrade Your system must be running OS X 10 5 Leopard in order to update to 10 5 7 If not you need to upgrade the OS to Mac OS X Leopard IMPORTANT NOTE It is mandatory that you install the drivers BEFORE installation of the card After updating your system to version 10 5 7 or later insert...

Page 3: ...o Early 2009 slots 1 and 2 are x16 PCI Express 2 0 To install the EVGA GTX 285 graphics card 1 Turn off your Mac Pro 2 Touch the metal on top of the computer to discharge any static electricity from your body and then unplug the Mac Pro power cord 3 Lift the latch on the back and remove the side panel Then lay your Mac Pro on its side so it is easier to access the PCI bracket 4 Unscrew the captive...

Page 4: ...ace the PCI brackets 2 and tighten the screws to secure the card 10 Stand your Mac Pro up and re install the side panel Note When you re install the side panel make sure the latch is up Hold the side panel securely so it stays in place as you push the latch down Note For optimum performance it is recommended to install the card into either PCI Express slot 1 or 2 On the Mac Pro Early 2008 and Mac ...

Page 5: ...assist you You may register your product online at http evga com 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 evga com support Warranty Information For warranty information on this product please visit http evga com warranty As a valued EVGA ...

Page 6: ...ienced computer technician for help The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to ensure compliance with FCC regulations Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Compliance Information Trademark Information 2000 2009 EVGA Corp EVGA the ...

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