EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition User Manual

1. Introducció

This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition graphics card. Please read this manual thoroughly before proceeding with installation to ensure proper setup and optimal performance.

Figure 1.1: The EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition graphics card alongside its packaging.

2. Informació de seguretat

Always observe the following safety precautions to prevent damage to the graphics card, your computer system, or personal injury:

• Assegureu-vos que l'ordinador estigui apagat i desendollat ​​de la presa de corrent abans d'instal·lar o treure la targeta gràfica.
• Discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object (e.g., the computer chassis) before handling the graphics card.
• Handle the graphics card by its edges. Avoid touching the gold-plated PCI Express connector or the components on the circuit board.
• No exposeu la targeta gràfica a la humitat ni a temperatures extremes.
• Assegureu-vos que hi hagi un flux d'aire adequat dins de la carcassa de l'ordinador per evitar el sobreescalfament.
• Si no esteu segurs sobre algun dels passos d'instal·lació, consulteu un tècnic qualificat.

3. Contingut del paquet

Verify that all items are present in your EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition package:

• EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition Graphics Card
• Driver CD / DVD (or link to driver download)
• Quick Installation Guide / User Manual
• Power Adapter Cable (if applicable, e.g., 6-pin to 8-pin PCIe power adapter)
• EVGA Case Badge

Figura 3.1: Examples of EVGA documentation and branding materials that may be included.

Figure 3.2: A PCIe power adapter cable, which may be necessary for some power supply configurations.

4. Requisits del sistema

Abans de la instal·lació, assegureu-vos que el sistema compleixi els requisits mínims següents:

• Placa mare compatible amb PCI Express amb una ranura gràfica x16 de doble amplada.
• Minimum 500W or greater power supply with one 8-pin PCI Express power connector. (Consult your power supply manufacturer for specific details).
• 300 MB d'espai disponible al disc dur.
• 4GB system memory (8GB or more recommended).
• Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, or Linux operating system.
• CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive (for driver installation) or internet connection.

5. Configuració i instal·lació

Follow these steps to install your EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition graphics card:

1. Prepareu el vostre sistema: Power off your computer and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Open your computer case.
2. Localitza la ranura PCI Express: Identify an available PCI Express x16 slot on your motherboard. This card requires a dual-width slot, meaning it will occupy two expansion slots on your case.
3. Treure les cobertes de les ranures: Remove the two metal slot covers from the back of your computer case corresponding to the chosen PCI Express slot.
4. Instal·leu la targeta gràfica: Carefully align the graphics card with the PCI Express slot. Apply even pressure to both ends of the card until it is fully seated in the slot. A click may be heard when it is properly seated.

Figure 5.1: The EVGA GeForce GTX 1080 Founders Edition graphics card, ready for installation into a PCI Express slot.
5. Assegureu la targeta: Secure the graphics card to the computer case using the screws from the removed slot covers.
6. Connectar l'alimentació: Connect the 8-pin PCI Express power connector from your power supply to the corresponding port on the graphics card. If your power supply does not have an 8-pin connector, use the included 6-pin to 8-pin adapter cable.
7. Tanqueu la carcassa i connecteu els perifèrics: Close your computer case. Reconnect the power cord, monitor cables, and any other peripherals.


Figure 5.2: The rear I/O panel of the graphics card, featuring DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI connectors for display output.

6. Funcionament de la targeta gràfica

6.1 Instal·lació del controlador

After physical installation, you must install the graphics drivers for proper functionality:

1. Arrenca el sistema: Power on your computer. Windows will detect new hardware and may attempt to install generic drivers.
2. Instal·leu els controladors:
   • From CD/DVD: Insert the included driver CD/DVD into your optical drive and follow the on-screen instructions.
   • From Internet: Visit the official EVGA weblloc (www.evga.com/drivers/) or NVIDIA's official weblloc (www.nvidia.com/drivers) to download the latest drivers for your GeForce GTX 1080. Run the downloaded installer and follow the prompts.
3. Reinicia el sistema: After the driver installation is complete, restart your computer when prompted.

6.2 Software and Utilities

EVGA provides additional software to enhance your experience:

• EVGA Precision XOC: This utility allows for monitoring, overclocking, and fan control of your graphics card. It can be downloaded from the EVGA weblloc.
• Experiència NVIDIA GeForce: This software optimizes game settings, updates drivers, and provides features like ShadowPlay for recording gameplay.

7. Manteniment

Un manteniment adequat garanteix la longevitat i el rendiment de la targeta gràfica:

• Mantenir els controladors actualitzats: Regularly check for and install the latest graphics drivers from EVGA or NVIDIA to ensure optimal performance and compatibility with new games and applications.
• Neteja la pols: Periodically clean dust from the graphics card's heatsink and fans using compressed air. Ensure the system is powered off and unplugged before cleaning. Hold the fan blades gently to prevent them from spinning rapidly during cleaning.
• Monitor de temperatures: Use monitoring software (e.g., EVGA Precision XOC) to keep an eye on GPU temperatures, especially during heavy loads. Ensure temperatures remain within safe operating limits.
• Assegureu-vos un flux d'aire adequat: Verify that your computer case has adequate ventilation and that case fans are functioning correctly to facilitate proper airflow around the graphics card.

8. Solució De Problemes

Si teniu problemes amb la targeta gràfica, consulteu els passos habituals següents per a la resolució de problemes:

For further assistance, refer to the EVGA support weblloc web o poseu-vos en contacte amb el seu servei d'assistència tècnica.

9. Especificacions

Figura 9.1: superior view de la targeta gràfica, mostraasing its cooling solution.

Figure 9.2: The backplate of the graphics card, providing structural support and heat dissipation.

10. Garantia i Suport

EVGA products are backed by a limited warranty. For detailed warranty information, including terms, conditions, and registration, please visit the official EVGA weblloc:

EVGA Warranty Information

For technical support, driver downloads, FAQs, and community forums, please visit:

EVGA Support Center

When contacting support, please have your product model number (08G-P4-6180-KR) and serial number ready.