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MSI GeForce 8600 GTS graphics card with dual DVI ports and PCI Express x16 interface

MSI

MSI NX8600GTS-T2D256E-OC GeForce 8600 GTS graphics card

SKU CH-HG6E-E7P30

PCI Express x16 card with a 700 MHz GeForce 8600 GTS GPU, 32 CUDA cores, 256 MB GDDR3 memory at 2100 MHz on a 128-bit bus, dual DVI and HDTV/S-Video outputs, DirectX 10 and OpenGL 2.0 support

  • Graphics processorGeForce 8600 GTS
  • Memory capacity256 MB
  • Interface typePCI Express x16
  • CUDA core count32
  • Highest resolution2560 × 1600
  • Type of memoryGDDR3
  • DirectX 10 support for modern gaming titles
  • 700 MHz core clock drives responsive 3D performance
  • 256 MB GDDR3 memory on 128-bit bus handles high-resolution textures
  • Dual DVI outputs enable multi-monitor productivity setups
  • 32 CUDA cores accelerate parallel computing workloads

Target System & Purpose

The MSI NX8600GTS-T2D256E-OC is a GeForce 8600 GTS graphics card built for PCI Express x16 desktops. It delivers 32 CUDA cores at 700 MHz core clock and 256MB of GDDR3 memory on a 128-bit bus running at 2100 MHz effective. The card supports DirectX 10 and OpenGL 2.0 for period-correct gaming and media playback.

Upgrade Context

This card replaces earlier DirectX 9 hardware when a system needs Shader Model 4.0 and hardware video decode for high-definition formats. The jump is worth it for builds targeting Vista-era titles or HTPC duties that require dual DVI output at 2560 x 1600 and HDTV or S-Video connectivity. SLI Ready support allows a second identical card for multi-GPU scaling.

Interface Limits

The PCI Express x16 interface provides ample bandwidth for the 128-bit memory subsystem and 32-core processor. Maximum digital resolution is capped at 2560 x 1600 across the two DVI ports. The 400 MHz RAMDAC and lack of VIVO or tuner functions define the analogue and capture boundaries for this model.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Desktop GPUs & Video Cards, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $53.99
Cheaper than about 96% of the 4,285 comparable items (median $354.99).
Memory capacity 256 MB
Lower than about 99% of the 3,563 comparable items (median 8 GB).
CUDA core count 32
Lower than about 99% of the 1,946 comparable items (median 4,352).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMSI
Model nameNX8600GTS-T2D256E-OC
Memory
Type of memoryGDDR3
Display
Highest resolution2560 × 1600
Graphics
Graphics processorGeForce 8600 GTS
Memory capacity256 MB
CUDA core count32
Core frequency700 MHz
Chipset makerNVIDIA
Effective memory speed2100 MHz
Memory bus width128-Bit
DirectX support10
OpenGL support2.0
Multi-GPU supportSLI Ready
Audio & video
TV tunerNone
HDCP supportYes
Ports & slots
Interface typePCI Express x16
DVI ports2 x DVI
Dual-link DVI supportYes
More details
Cooling solutionSingle Fan
Tv-outHDTV / S-Video Out
VIVONo
RAMDAC400 MHz

Questions about this item

Will the PCI Express x16 interface fit my motherboard slot?

The card uses a standard PCI Express x16 slot, so any motherboard with that slot will accept it physically.

What is the step people often miss when installing the drivers for the 32 CUDA cores?

After seating the card and connecting power, install the NVIDIA driver package before any CUDA-enabled application, otherwise the 32 cores will not be recognised.

How often should I clean the heatsink on a 700 MHz core clock card?

Remove dust from the heatsink fins every six to twelve months to keep the 700 MHz GPU running at its rated speed.

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