ROGSTRIXGTX1660TI6GGAMING - Graphic card ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Graphics Card
Brand	ASUS
Model	ROG STRIX GTX 1660 Ti 6G GAMING
Graphics Chipset	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti
Video Memory	6 GB GDDR6
Interface	PCI Express 3.0 x16
Display Connectors	1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort, 1 x DVI-D
Required Power Supply	450 W minimum
Auxiliary Power Connector	1 x 8-pin
Supported Technologies	DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.6, NVIDIA G-SYNC
Included Software	ASUS GPU Tweak, ASUS AURA, XSplit Gamecaster, drivers
RGB Lighting	AURA Sync compatible
Cooling	Axial fans with Axial-tech technology
Maintenance and Cleaning	Disconnect power before cleaning. Use a dry, soft cloth. Avoid moisture and dust.
Electrical Safety	Disconnect all cables before installation. Do not repair a damaged power supply yourself.
Spare Parts	Not provided by the manufacturer. Contact the retailer if needed.
Repairability	Entrust to a qualified technician. Do not open the product yourself.
Warranty	Check the provided warranty card. The warranty is void in case of unauthorized modification.

Frequently Asked Questions - ROGSTRIXGTX1660TI6GGAMING ASUS

How to install the graphics card?

Make sure the power supply is disconnected. Insert the card into the PCIe slot, secure it with a screw, and connect the auxiliary power connector. Refer to the installation guide for more details.

Which driver should I install?

Use the provided support CD or download the latest driver from the ASUS website. For Windows 10/8.1/8/7 64-bit, run UI.exe on the CD and click Display Driver.

How to uninstall the graphics driver?

Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features, select the graphics driver, then click Uninstall. Then restart the computer.

What to do if the screen stays black after installation?

Check that the card is properly inserted, the monitor is correctly connected, and the auxiliary power is plugged in. Try resetting the BIOS or changing the PCIe slot.

How to use ASUS GPU Tweak?

Install the utility from the CD or the ASUS website. It allows monitoring and optimizing frequencies, voltages, and fan speeds. To uninstall, use Control Panel.

Is the graphics card compatible with AURA Sync?

Yes, it is compatible with ASUS AURA. Install the AURA software from the CD to customize RGB lighting. You can synchronize with other AURA devices.

How to overclock the graphics card?

Use ASUS GPU Tweak to gradually increase the GPU and memory frequency. Monitor temperatures and do not exceed recommended limits. Mismanagement may damage the card.

What power supply is recommended?

A minimum 450 W power supply is recommended. Make sure your power supply has an 8-pin PCIe connector. Insufficient power may cause instabilities.

How to clean the graphics card?

Disconnect power. Use a dry, soft cloth for the surface. For fans, use compressed air while holding the blades. Avoid moisture and chemicals.

Where to find driver updates?

Visit the ASUS website (https://www.asus.com/support) and search for your model. Download the latest drivers and utilities. The support CD can also be used.

USER MANUAL ROGSTRIXGTX1660TI6GGAMING ASUS

Drivers and Utilities

Installation Guide

E15279

Revised Edition V6

March 2019

Copyright © 2019 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.

No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS").

Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTYES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.

SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.

Products and corporate names appearing in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies, and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners' benefit, without intent to infringe.

Contents

Notices. 5

Safety information 6

About this guide 7

1. Support CD information 8
2. VGA drivers 9

2.1 Installing the VGA drivers 9 2.2 Uninstalling the VGA drivers 10

1. ASUS GPU Tweak utility 11

3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak 11 3.2 Uninstalling ASUS GPU Tweak 12

1. ASUSAPRP 13

4.1 Installing ASUS APRP 13 4.2 Uninstalling ASUS APRP 14

1. XSplit Gamecaster 15

5.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster 15 5.2 Uninstalling XSplit Gamecaster 16

1. ASUS AURA 17

6.1 Installing ASUS AURA 17 6.2 Uninstalling ASUS AURA 18

1. Other information 19

7.1 Browse the Support CD 19 7.2 Contact Information 19 7.3 Viewing the Readme file 20

Appendix: Basic troubleshooting 21

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.
• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure 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 this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communication Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

REACH

Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at the ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm

Macrovision Corporation Product Notice

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Safety information

Electrical safety

• When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
• Make sure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

• Before installing devices on your motherboard, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
• Before using the product, make sure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and extreme temperature. Do not place the product in any area where it may be exposed to moisture.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

About this guide

Conventions used in this guide

To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual.

WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing a task.

CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a task.

IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow to complete a task.

NOTE: Useful tips and additional information for completing a task.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS Websites

The ASUS websites worldwide (https://www.asus.com/) provide updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. The ASUS websites are listed in the ASUS Contact Information on the inside front cover of this installation guide.

2. Optional Documentation

Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

1. Support CD information

The support CD contains the drivers and utilities for your VGA card. Click the icons on the support CD's main menu to install software, obtain ASUS contact information, browse CD contents, or view the Readme file.

• The screens in this manual are for reference only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen.
• The device driver and utility in the support CD apply only to specific ASUS VGA card models.
• You may need administrator rights to install the drivers and utilities. See your Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 documentation for details.
• The contents of the support CD are subject to change at any time without notice. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updates.

Insert the CD into your computer's optical drive. If Autorun is enabled, the Main Menu launches automatically.

If Autorun is NOT enabled on your computer, browse the contents of the support CD to locate the file UI.exe. Double-click the UI.exe to run the support CD installation program.

2. VGA drivers

The VGA driver is the software program that makes the device work with your operating system. After physically installing your graphics card, use any of the recommended methods in this section to install, update, or remove the VGA driver.

If you are replacing an old graphics card with a new ASUS graphics card, uninstall the old display driver from your system.

2.1 Installing the VGA drivers

2.1.1 Installing the VGA drivers in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To install the VGA driver in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.
3. From the main menu, click Install.
4. Select Display Driver and click the Install button.

1. Once installation is complete, click OK to reboot the system.

2.2 Uninstalling the VGA drivers

2.2.1 Uninstalling the VGA drivers in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To remove the VGA drivers in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select Graphics driver. Click Uninstall.

3. ASUS GPU Tweak utility

ASUS GPU Tweak utility allows you to monitor and optimize the settings of your ASUS Graphics card.

3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak

3.1.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To install ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.

1. From the main menu, click Install. Select ASUS GPU Tweak and click the Install button.

1. Once installation is complete, click OK.

3.2 Uninstalling ASUS GPU Tweak

3.2.1 Removing ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To remove ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select ASUS GPU Tweak. Click Uninstall.

4. ASUS APRP

4.1 Installing ASUS APRP

4.1.1 Installing ASUS APRP in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To install ASUS APRP in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.

1. From the main menu, click Install.

Select ASUS APRP and click the Install button.

1. Once installation is complete, click OK.

4.2 Uninstalling ASUS APRP

4.2.1 Removing ASUS APRP in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To remove ASUS APRP in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select ASUS APRP. Click Uninstall.

5. XSplit Gamecaster

5.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster

5.1.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To install XSplit Gamecaster in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.

1. From the main menu, click Install.

Select XSplit Gamecaster and click the Install button.

1. Once installation is complete, click OK.

5.2 Uninstalling XSplit Gamecaster

5.2.1 Removing XSplit Gamecaster in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To remove XSplit Gamecaster in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select XSplit Gamecaster. Click Uninstall.

6. ASUS AURA

6.1 Installing ASUS AURA

6.1.1 Installing ASUS AURA in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To install ASUS AURA in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.
3. From the main menu, click Install. Select ASUS AURA and click the Install button.
4. Once installation is complete, click OK.

6.2 Uninstalling ASUS AURA

6.2.1 Removing ASUS AURA in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To remove ASUS AURA in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select ASUS AURA. Click Uninstall.

7. Other information

7.1 Browse the Support CD

To browse the support CD:

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.

1. From the main menu, click Browse CD to view the contents of the CD.

7.2 Contact Information

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.

If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.

1. From the main menu, click Contact Us to open the ASUS website for additional information.

7.3 Viewing the Readme file

To view the Readme file:

1. Insert the support CD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically. If Autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of your support CD.

1. From the main menu, click Read Me to display the Readme text file.

Appendix: Basic troubleshooting

If you encounter any of the following scenarios after installing your graphics card, try performing one of the possible solutions before calling for technical support.

If you still have some issues with the product, please visit https://www.asus.com/support for more information.

Problem No display after the card is installed

Cause Your card might not be properly installed. Solution Make sure that the card is not tilted or skewed on the slot.

Cause Your monitor might not be properly connected. Solution Make sure that the signal cable is properly connected to your monitor and graphics card.

Cause Your graphics card is not supported by your motherboard. Solution Check the technical documentation that came with your motherboard and check the required specifications for your graphics card (e.g. AGP voltage requirement).

Cause The graphics card's auxiliary power is not connected. Solution Make sure that the auxiliary power cables are properly connected with the power supply unit.

Cause Insufficient power supply. Solution Make sure that your power supply unit can provide the minimum power requirement to your system.

Cause Incorrect motherboard hardware system settings (e.g. system control panel connections). Solutions • Make sure that the system control panel cables are connected properly (e.g. power switch, reset). • Make sure that your CPU, CPU fan and/or memory DIMMs are in good working condition and are connected properly.

Problem Wrong color balance

Cause Your card might not be properly installed. Solution Make sure that the card is not tilted or skewed on the slot.

Cause Your video controls might not be properly set. Solution • Manually configure your video controls to your desired settings. • Configure your graphics card display resolution in Dis-play properties.

Cause There may be unsupported graphics card drivers installed in your system. Conflicts may occur with graphics card drivers from different vendors. Solution • Remove any unused graphics card drivers installed on your system. • Install the graphics card driver from the support CD that came with your graphics card package.

Cause The graphics card's auxiliary power is not connected. Solution Make sure that the auxiliary power cables are properly connected to the power supply unit.

Cause If your monitor comes with BNC connectors, the port con-nections may be incorrect. Solution Make sure that all BNC connectors are connected properly to its corresponding port.

Cause Your monitor software settings might be incorrect. Solution Configure your monitor to supported display settings.

Cause Your monitor might not be properly connected. Solution Make sure that the signal cable is properly connected to your monitor and graphics card.

Problem The screen image is garbled

Cause Your monitor cannot support the selected display setting. Solution Make sure that your monitor can support your desired display setting. Refer to the technical documentation that came with your monitor.

Cause Your graphics card cannot support the desired system setting. Solution Make sure that your graphics card can support your desired display setting. See the specifications table that came with this graphics card package.

Cause Some graphics driver files might be corrupt. Solution Remove your current graphics drivers and reinstall the graphics drivers from the support CD.

Cause Poor heat dissipation inside the chassis. Solution Make sure that the chassis fan, CPU, and heatsink with fan, and/or the graphics card GPU fan are working properly.

Cause GPU or VGA memory overclocked beyond optimal working conditions. Solutions Restore default frequency settings of GPU and VGA memory.

Other problems that you might encounter can be related to other parts or accessories (e.g., motherboard, power supply unit, LCD/CRT) of your system.

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Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference - This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure 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 this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communication Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ASUS REACH

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference - This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. - Increase the distance between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. - Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure 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 this equipment.

Canadian Department of Communication Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

ASUS REACH

Statement from the Canadian Department of Communications

FCC (Federal Communications Commission) Declaration

To install VGA drivers in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

To uninstall VGA drivers in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

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Installation steps

UA15279

Final version

Version 2019

Copyright © 2019 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All rights reserved.

No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS").

The warranty for the product or service will not be extended if: (1) the product has been repaired, modified, or altered by unauthorized personnel without ASUS's written permission, or (2) the serial number on the product is missing or defaced.

ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.

The technical information and specifications contained in this manual are prepared for informational purposes only; they are subject to change without notice; they should not be construed as a commitment by ASUS. ASUS assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual, including the products and software described in it.

Product names and corporate names mentioned in this manual may or may not be registered trademarks or copyrights of their respective companies. They are used for identification purposes only and without intent to infringe on the rights of the owners.

Contents

Safety information 292 About this manual 293

1. About this manual 294
2. VGA drivers 295

2.1 Installing the VGA driver 296 2.2 Using the VGA driver 297

1. ASUS GPU Tweak 298

3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak 298 3.2 Using ASUS GPU Tweak 299

1. ASUS APRP 300

4.1 Installing ASUS APRP 300 4.2 Using ASUS APRP 301

1. XSplit Gamecaster 302

5.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster 302 5.2 Uninstalling XSplit Gamecaster 303

1. ASUS AURA 304

6.1 Installing ASUS AURA 304 6.2 Uninstalling ASUS AURA 305

2.2 Uninstalling VGA

2.2.1 Uninstalling VGA driver in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To uninstall the VGA driver in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit):

Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select the item you want to uninstall. After completing, click Uninstall.

3. Using ASUS GPU Tweak

Using ASUS GPU Tweak allows you to overclock and optimize the settings of your ASUS graphics card.

3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak

3.1.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To install ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the CD into the optical drive. 2. If autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.

If autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root menu on the CD.

1. In the main menu, click Install.

Select ASUS GPU Tweak and click Install.

1. When the installation is complete, click OK.

3.2 Using ASUS GPU Tweak

3.2.1 Uninstalling ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows® 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To uninstall ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select ASUS GPU Tweak. Click Uninstall.

4. ASUS APRP

4.1 Installing ASUS APRP

4.1.1 Installing ASUS APRP in Windows® 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To install ASUS APRP in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the CD into the optical drive. If autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.

If autorun is not enabled, run UI.exe from the root menu on the CD.

1. In the main menu, click Install.

Select ASUS APRP and click Install.

1. When the installation is complete, click OK.

4.2 Uninstalling ASUS APRP

4.2.1 Uninstalling ASUS APRP in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To uninstall ASUS APRP in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit):

• Click Start > Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features, select ASUS APRP. Click Uninstall.

5. XSplit Gamecaster

5.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster

5.1.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster in Windows 10/8.1/8/7 (64-bit)

To install XSplit Gamecaster in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the CD into the optical drive. If autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.

If autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root menu on the CD.

1. In the main menu, click Install.

Select XSplit Gamecaster and click Install.

1. When the installation is complete, click OK.

5.2 Uninstalling XSplit Gamecaster

5.2.1 Uninstalling XSplit Gamecaster in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To uninstall XSplit Gamecaster in Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start (Start) > Control Panel (Control Panel) > Programs (Programs) > Programs and Features (Programs and Features), select XSplit Gamecaster. Click Uninstall (Uninstall).

6. ASUS AURA

6.1 Installing ASUS AURA

6.1.1 Installing ASUS AURA in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To install ASUS AURA in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

1. Insert the driver CD into the optical drive. 2. If autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.

If autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root menu on the CD.

1. In the main menu, click Install (Install).

Select ASUS AURA and click the Install button.

1. When the installation is complete, click OK.

6.2 Uninstalling ASUS AURA

6.2.1 Uninstalling ASUS AURA in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)

To uninstall ASUS AURA in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit):

• Click Start (Start) > Control Panel (Control Panel) > Programs (Programs) > Programs and Features (Programs and Features), select ASUS AURA. Click Uninstall (Uninstall).

1. In the main menu, click Browse CD (Browse CD) to view the contents of the CD.

7.2 Contact Information

1. Insert the support CD into the optical drive. 2. If Autorun is enabled, the ASUS VGA driver installation screen will appear automatically.

If Autorun is not enabled, run the file UI.exe from the root directory of the support CD.

1. In the main menu, click Contact Us (Contact Us) to go to the ASUS website and learn more.

7.3 Read Me

To view the Read Me file:

1. Insert the support CD into the optical drive. 2. If Autorun is enabled, the ASUS VGA driver installation screen will appear automatically.

If Autorun is not enabled, run the file UI.exe from the root directory of the support CD.

1. In the main menu, click Read Me (Read Me).

The following window will appear on the screen.

Appendix. Troubleshooting

If any of the following problems occur after installing the graphics card, try to resolve them by following the steps below.

If these steps do not resolve the problem, contact the support service at https://www.asus.com/support for more information.

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Copyright © 2019 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All rights reserved.

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Table of Contents

Notices 358 Safety information 359 About this manual 360

1. Information about the compact disc 361 2. VGA drivers 362

2.1 Installing VGA drivers 362 2.2 Uninstalling VGA drivers 363

1. ASUS GPU Tweak utility 364

3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak 364 3.2 Uninstalling ASUS GPU Tweak 365

1. ASUS AURA 366

4.1 Installing ASUS AURA 366 4.2 Uninstalling ASUS AURA 367

1. XSplit Gamecaster 368

5.1 Installing XSplit Gamecaster 368 5.2 Uninstalling XSplit Gamecaster 369

1. ASUS AURA 370

6.1 Installing ASUS AURA 370 6.2 Uninstalling ASUS AURA 371

7. Other Information … 372

7.1 Viewing the compact disc 372 7.2 Contact information 372 7.3 Viewing the readme file 373

Appendix: Common issues 374

Notices

Federal Communications Commission Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:

This device must not cause harmful interference, and this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Use shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card to ensure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Notification of the Department of Communications

This digital device does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital devices, as set out in the rules of the Department of Communications.

This digital device complies with the ICES-003 standard.

REACH

In accordance with the EU REACH regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals), a list of chemical substances contained in ASUS products is available on the ASUS REACH website: http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm

Information about Macrovision Corporation products

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights holders. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Safety information

Electrical safety

• When adding or removing components of the system, before connecting signal cables, make sure that the power cables are unplugged. Whenever possible, disconnect all power cables from the system before installing devices.
• Make sure that the power supply voltage is within acceptable limits. If you are not sure about the type of power supply in your home, consult your local power company.
• If the power supply is faulty, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact a qualified technician or your dealer.

User safety rules

• Before installing the device on your motherboard, carefully read all the provided manuals.
• Before using the product, make sure that all cables are correctly connected and that the power cables are not damaged. If you notice any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and other metal objects away from connectors, slots, and circuits.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and extreme temperatures. Do not place the product where it may get wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface. If technical problems arise with the product, contact a qualified service center specialist or your dealer.

About this guide

Symbols used in this guide

This guide contains notes and warnings that you need to be aware of to successfully complete tasks.

WARNING: Information about actions that may cause damage to equipment, data loss, or personal injury.

WARNING: Information about actions that may cause damage to equipment.

IMPORTANT: Information that you must follow when performing tasks.

NOTE: Tips and additional information that help you complete tasks.

Where to find more information

Refer to the following sources for additional information and for software updates.

1. ASUS websites

The ASUS website (https://www.asus.com/) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software. The ASUS website is listed in the contact information on the inside cover of this guide.

2. Additional documentation

Your product package may include supplementary documentation, such as warranty cards, which may be added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the package.

1. Information on the compact disc

The compact disc contains drivers and utilities for VGA cards. From the main menu of the compact disc, you can install the software, obtain ASUS contact information, view the contents of the compact disc, or read the ReadMe file.

All images are provided for reference only and may differ from what you see on the screen. - Some drivers and utilities on the compact disc are supported only for specific ASUS video card models. Driver and utility installation may require administrator privileges. For similar information, refer to the documentation for Windows 10/8.1/8/7. The contents of the support CD may change without notice. Updates can be found on the ASUS website at www.asus.com.

Insert the compact disc into the optical drive of your computer. If autorun is enabled, the main menu will appear automatically.

If autorun is disabled, find the file UI.exe on the disc. Double-click UI.exe to launch the menu.

The ASUS GPU Tweak utility allows you to control and adjust the parameters for optimal performance of your ASUS video card.

3.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak

3.1.1 Installing ASUS GPU Tweak in Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8/7 (64-bit)

From the Support CD, perform the following steps:

1. Insert the compact disc into the optical drive.
2. If autorun is enabled, the installation menu will appear. If autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of the compact disc.

1. In the main menu, click Browse CD to view the contents of the disc.

7.2 Contact information

1. Insert the compact disc into the optical drive.
2. If autorun is enabled, the installation menu will appear.

If autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of the compact disc.

1. In the main menu, click Contact Us to go to the ASUS website and view additional information.

7.3 Viewing the readme file

To view the readme file, follow these instructions:

1. Insert the compact disc into the optical drive.
2. If autorun is enabled, the installation menu will appear.

If autorun is disabled, run UI.exe from the root directory of the compact disc.

1. In the main menu, click Read Me to view the readme file.