MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G Graphics Card User Manual

1. Fampidirana

The MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G is a high-performance graphics card designed for demanding gaming and professional applications. It features the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti chipset and is equipped with 11GB of GDDR5X video memory. This card incorporates MSI's Twin Frozr VI thermal design, which utilizes Torx Fan 2.0 technology to deliver enhanced airflow and reduced noise levels, ensuring efficient cooling for the Pascal architecture.

This manual provides essential information for the proper installation, operation, and maintenance of your graphics card. Please read it thoroughly before proceeding with installation or use.

Figure 1.1: MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G Graphics Card

2. Information momba ny fiarovana

• Always disconnect the power supply from your computer before installing or removing any hardware components.
• Handle the graphics card by its edges to avoid touching sensitive components or the PCI Express connector.
• Wear an anti-static wrist strap or periodically touch a grounded metal object to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage to the card.
• Ensure your computer case has adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.
• Aza atao amin'ny hamandoana na mari-pana tafahoatra ny karatra grafika.

3. Ny votoatin'ny fonosana

Hamarino fa misy ny entana rehetra ao anaty fonosana:

• MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G Graphics Card
• Cables and connectors (may vary by region)
• Torolàlana fanamboarana haingana

4. Fametrahana sy fametrahana

4.1 Fametrahana fitaovana

1. Omano ny rafitrao: Power off your computer and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Open your computer case.
2. Tadiavo ny toerana misy ny PCIe: Fantaro ny toerana misy ny PCI Express x16 eo amin'ny solaitrabe misy anao. Esory izay fonon'ny toerana fanitarana izay mety hanakana ny toerana.
3. Mametraka ny Karatra Sary: Carefully align the graphics card with the chosen PCI Express x16 slot. Apply even pressure to both ends of the card until it is fully seated in the slot. Secure the card to the computer case with the appropriate screw.
4. Hery mampifandray: Connect the required PCIe power connectors (e.g., 6-pin, 8-pin) from your power supply unit (PSU) to the corresponding ports on the graphics card. Ensure all connections are secure.
5. Close Case and Connect Display: Close your computer case. Connect your display monitor to one of the graphics card's output ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, or DVI) using a compatible cable.

Figure 4.1: Display Output Ports (DisplayPort, HDMI, DVI-D)

4.2 Fametrahana mpamily

After hardware installation, you must install the graphics drivers for optimal performance and functionality.

1. Herim-batana: Reconnect the power cord and power on your computer.
2. Misintona mpamily: Navigate to the official MSI webtranokala (www.msi.com) or NVIDIA webtranokala (www.nvidia.com). Locate the support section for your specific graphics card model (GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G) and download the latest stable drivers for your operating system.
3. Mametraka mpamily: Araho ny toromarika eo amin'ny efijery mba hametrahana ireo mpamily. Mety ilaina ny fanombohana indray ny rafitra aorian'ny fametrahana.

5. Torolàlana miasa

5.1 Fampandehanana fototra

Once the drivers are successfully installed, your MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G graphics card is ready for use. Ensure your display is connected to one of the card's output ports.

• Fanamboarana fampisehoana: Your operating system should automatically detect the connected display. You can adjust display settings (resolution, refresh rate, multiple monitors) through your operating system's display settings or the NVIDIA Control Panel.
• Fanavaozana mpamily: For optimal performance and compatibility with new games and applications, regularly check for and install the latest graphics drivers from the official NVIDIA or MSI website.

5.2 MSI Afterburner Software

MSI Afterburner is a widely recognized utility for graphics card monitoring, overclocking, and fan control. It allows users to:

• Monitor core clock, memory clock, temperature, and fan speed in real-time.
• Adjust core voltage, core clock, and memory clock for overclocking (advanced users only).
• Customize fan curves for optimized cooling and noise levels.

Download MSI Afterburner from the official MSI website.

6. Fikojakojana

Ny fikojakojana araka ny tokony ho izy dia miantoka ny faharetan'ny fampiasana sy ny fahombiazana tsara indrindra amin'ny karatra grafika-nao.

• Fanalana vovoka: Periodically clean the graphics card and the interior of your computer case to prevent dust buildup. Dust can impede airflow and lead to overheating. Use compressed air to gently clear dust from the fans and heatsink fins.
• Fidiran'ny rivotra: Ensure your computer case has good airflow. Proper case fan configuration helps dissipate heat generated by the graphics card and other components.
• Fanaraha-maso ny maripana: Use software like MSI Afterburner to monitor the card's temperature during operation. Sustained high temperatures can reduce performance and lifespan.

Sary 6.1: Ambony View ny Cooling Fans

7. Famahana olana

If you encounter issues with your graphics card, refer to the following troubleshooting tips:

• Tsy misy vokatra aseho:
  • Hamarino tsara fa mandeha ny efijery ary apetraka amin'ny loharano fidirana marina.
  • Verify that the display cable is securely connected to both the graphics card and the monitor.
  • Check that all PCIe power connectors are firmly attached to the graphics card.
  • Reseat the graphics card in its PCI Express slot.
• Poor Performance / Freezing:
  • Ensure you have the latest graphics drivers installed.
  • Monitor the card's temperature using MSI Afterburner. Overheating can cause performance throttling.
  • Verify your power supply unit (PSU) meets the minimum wattage requirements for your system, including the graphics card.
  • Check for background applications consuming system resources.
• Feon'ny mpankafy:
  • The Twin Frozr VI cooling system is designed to operate silently at low temperatures, meaning fans may not spin until a certain temperature threshold is reached. This is normal operation.
  • If fans are excessively loud at high temperatures, ensure they are free of dust and obstructions.

8. Famaritana

9. Fampahalalana momba ny fiantohana

MSI products are covered by a limited warranty. For detailed information regarding the warranty period, terms, and conditions applicable to your MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X 11G graphics card, please refer to the warranty card included in your product packaging or visit the official MSI webfizarana fanohanana ny tranonkala.

Tehirizo ny porofo momba ny fividiananao (fahazoan-dàlana na faktiora) satria takiana amin'ny fitakiana fiantohana.

10. Fanohanana

For technical assistance, driver downloads, FAQs, or further product information, please visit the official MSI support webtranokala:

www.msi.com/support

You may also contact MSI customer service directly through the contact information provided on their webtranonkala ho an'ny fanohanana manokana.