Gigabyte GV-N550OC-1GI / GV-N550UD-1GI / GV-N550D5-1GI Graphics Card User Manual

This is the user manual of GV-N550OC-1GI/ GV-N550UD-1GI/ GV-N550D5-1GI NVIDIA® GeForce TM GTX 550 Ti Graphics Accelerator


Gigabyte GV-N550OC-1GI / GV-N550UD-1GI / GV-N550D5-1GI Graphics Card User Manual - cover page
Brand
Gigabyte
Category
Graphic Card
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
30
File format
PDF
File size
10.5 MB
Published
10 May, 2012
Updated
30 September, 2023
MD5 checksum
4E56B8F6CD84559D01DED5B124D09C9A

About this manual

This manual covers the GV-N550OC-1GI, GV-N550UD-1GI, and GV-N550D5-1GI graphics cards based on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti GPU. It details the card's features, minimum system requirements, and SLI configuration guidelines.

The document guides users through hardware installation, board layout, connector usage, and software driver installation. It also includes troubleshooting tips, BIOS reflashing instructions, and regulatory statements regarding RoHS and WEEE compliance.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Features
  • Minimum System Requirements
  • Hardware Installation
  • Board Layout
  • Software Installation
  • Troubleshooting Tips
  • Appendix

Specifications

GPUNVIDIA GeForce GTX 550 Ti
Memory1 GB GDDR5
InterfacePCI Express 2.0
DirectX SupportDirectX 11
Video Connectors (OC/UD)2 Dual‑Link DVI‑I, 1 mini HDMI
Video Connectors (D5)1 Dual‑Link DVI‑I, 1 HDMI, 1 D‑Sub
Recommended Power Supply400 W minimum (650 W for SLI)
Supported Operating SystemsWindows 7, Vista, XP

Frequently asked questions

What power supply is recommended for the GV‑N550 series?

A 400‑watt power supply is recommended, and for SLI configurations a 650‑watt supply is advised.

Which video connectors are available on the GV‑N550OC‑1GI model?

The GV‑N550OC‑1GI model provides two Dual‑Link DVI‑I connectors and one mini HDMI connector.

What operating systems are supported by the GV‑N550 graphics cards?

The cards support Windows 7, Windows Vista, and Windows XP.

Can the GV‑N550 series be used in an SLI configuration?

Yes, the cards support NVIDIA SLI technology when two identical models from Gigabyte are installed on a compatible motherboard.

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