ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini Graphics Card User Manual

1. Introducció

This manual provides essential information for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini graphics card. Designed for challenging graphics-intensive games, this card leverages NVIDIA Pascal architecture, offering 8GB GDDR5 memory and VR Ready capabilities in a super compact form factor suitable for mini-ITX builds.

Figure 1: The ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini graphics card, shown alongside its retail packaging, highlighting its compact design and key features.

2. Què hi ha a la caixa

Verifiqueu que tots els elements siguin presents al paquet:

• ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini Graphics Card
• Dual 6-pin to 8-pin PCIe adapter
• Disc del controlador
• Manual d'usuari (aquest document)

Figure 2: Included accessories: a Quick Installation Guide, a driver disk, and a dual 6-pin to 8-pin PCIe adapter for power connection.

3. Configuració

3.1 Requisits del sistema

• Placa base compatible amb PCI Express amb una ranura gràfica x16 de doble amplada
• 500-watt or greater power supply recommended
• One 8-pin PCI Express power connector
• Minimum 8GB system memory (16GB recommended)
• Microsoft Windows 10 / 8 / 7 operating system

3.2 Instal·lació de maquinari

1. Apagueu l'ordinador i desconnecteu tots els cables.
2. Obriu la caixa de l'ordinador.
3. Localitza una ranura PCI Express x16 disponible a la placa base.
4. Carefully insert the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini graphics card into the PCI Express x16 slot until it is firmly seated.
5. Secure the graphics card to the computer case with the retaining screw.
6. Connect the 8-pin PCI Express power connector from your power supply to the graphics card. If your power supply only has 6-pin connectors, use the provided dual 6-pin to 8-pin adapter.
7. Tanqueu la carcassa de l'ordinador i torneu a connectar tots els cables.

Figura 3: Un front directe view of the ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini, showcasing its dual-fan cooling system and compact form factor.

3.3 Instal·lació del controlador

1. Enceneu l'ordinador.
2. Insert the included driver disk into your optical drive.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the NVIDIA GeForce driver. If you do not have an optical drive, download the latest drivers from the official ZOTAC website or NVIDIA weblloc.
4. Reinicieu l'ordinador un cop finalitzada la instal·lació.

3.4 Vídeo Overview

4. Funcionament de la targeta gràfica

4.1 Característiques clau

• NVIDIA Pascal Architecture: Delivers enhanced speed and power for gaming.
• Preparat per a la realitat virtual: Optimized for virtual reality experiences.
• NVIDIA Ansel: Capture professional-grade in-game photos.
• NVIDIA SLI w/ HB Bridge Support: For multi-GPU configurations.
• NVIDIA G-SYNC: Provides smooth, tear-free gameplay.
• NVIDIA GameStream: Stream PC games to NVIDIA SHIELD devices.
• Simultaneous Multi-Projection: Enhances VR and multi-display experiences.

4.2 Display Connections

The ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini supports quad simultaneous displays and features the following output ports:

• 3 x DisplayPort 1.4
• 1 x HDMI 2.0b
• 1 x DVI de doble enllaç

Figure 4: The rear panel of the graphics card, featuring multiple display outputs including DisplayPort, HDMI, and DVI for versatile monitor connectivity.

5. Manteniment

To ensure optimal performance and longevity of your graphics card, regular maintenance is recommended:

• Mantenir els controladors actualitzats: Regularly check the ZOTAC or NVIDIA website for the latest graphics drivers to ensure compatibility and performance improvements.
• Neteja la pols: Netegeu periòdicament la pols dels ventiladors i del dissipador de calor amb aire comprimit. Assegureu-vos que l'ordinador estigui apagat i desendollat ​​abans de netejar-lo.
• Monitor de temperatures: Feu servir programari de monitorització per controlar la temperatura de la GPU, especialment durant càrregues elevades. Assegureu-vos que hi hagi un flux d'aire adequat dins de la carcassa del vostre PC.
• Inspeccionar connexions: Occasionally check that all power and display cables are securely connected to the graphics card.

6. Solució De Problemes

If you encounter issues with your ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1070 Mini, consider the following troubleshooting steps:

• Sense sortida de pantalla: Ensure the monitor cable is securely connected to the graphics card and the monitor. Try a different display cable or port. Verify the monitor is powered on and set to the correct input.
• El sistema no arrenca: Check that the graphics card is fully seated in the PCI Express slot and that the 8-pin power connector is properly attached. Ensure your power supply meets the recommended wattage.
• Problemes del controlador: If you experience crashes or graphical anomalies, try uninstalling and reinstalling the latest graphics drivers. Perform a clean installation of the drivers.
• Sobreescalfament: If the GPU is running too hot, ensure your PC case has good airflow and that the graphics card fans are spinning freely and are free of dust.
• Problemes de rendiment: Verify that your system meets the minimum requirements for the games or applications you are running. Ensure background applications are not consuming excessive resources.

7. Especificacions

8. Garantia i Suport

An extended warranty is included with your ZOTAC graphics card purchase. User registration is required on the official ZOTAC website to activate this warranty. For further support, driver downloads, and product information, please visit the ZOTAC Store o els seus canals de suport oficials.