New GeForce GTX 285 Drivers Available Now, Offering Up to 20% Better Gaming Performance
NVIDIA has released new drivers for the GeForce GTX 285 aftermarket graphics card which has been available for the Mac Pro. NVIDIA representatives have also informed MacRumors that the new driver will deliver "up to 20% better performance" for gaming compared to previous driver versions.
Also, Mac Pro customers using the GeForce GTX 285 will need to update their card's driver before upgrading to Apple's next OS X update. Failure to upgrade the driver prior to updating the OS reportedly can cause system hanging.
The GeForce GTX 285 is currently available from the Apple Store for $449.95 and delivers a significant upgrade over the standard graphics card options available on the Mac Pro. The GeForce GTX 285 is not offered as a build-to-order option on new Mac Pros and must be ordered as an aftermarket upgrade. The card is compatible with both "Early 2008" and "Early 2009" Mac Pro models.
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34 months ago
Oh good i'm glad this is compatible with the 2008 models.. I have been thinking about getting this card. Hopefully Snow will make it even faster though!
34 months ago
It's a good card, but there's no reason that it shouldn't be manufactured to be compatible with all mac pro models with a PCI-E slot. I'm running an EVGA 295 under boot camp in my late 2006 mac pro, which has become a dedicated windows machine since I've picked up a new Nehalem Mac Pro, and I get stellar gaming performance.
34 months ago
Anyone know why this isn't an option for Build-to-Order?
If I had to guess, I'd say it has something to do with Apple not wanting to directly provide support for these units. If you have to install it yourself, users are more likely to place a disconnect between Apple and the product's service.
34 months ago
Anyone know why this isn't an option for Build-to-Order?
Maybe because it doesn't have a mini displayport connector and therefore doesn't support the 24" LED display.
34 months ago
Maybe because it doesn't have a mini displayport connector and therefore doesn't support the 24" LED display.
Good point. At the same time I see it as a great way for apple to sell one of their display connection adapters! ;)
34 months ago
Good point. At the same time I see it as a great way for apple to sell one of their display connection adapters! ;)
As far as I know, DVI->MDP does not exist - the other way around does. Personally I do not think this is in Apple's interests, as then their monitor could be used on non-apple computers! *gasp* And well, that just won't do:rolleyes: Won't do at all!
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34 months ago
Good point. At the same time I see it as a great way for apple to sell one of their display connection adapters! ;)
Except that there are no adapters to go from DVI out on the card to mini-dp in on the 24" LED. If you want to use the 24" cinema display, you have to have a mini displayport on the computer. ;)
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