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NVIDIA GeForce 256 SDR
NV10 consumer graphics processor, 1999. This entry records a distinct product or well-defined family; differences among revisions and similarly named models are called out below.
MODEL IDENTIFICATION: Match the full model/part number, revision, and region to the item label and its manufacturer documentation. Where a family has multiple revisions, specifications below are not universal across the family.
Recorded specifications
| Cataloged part | NVIDIA GeForce 256 SDR |
|---|---|
| Era / family | NV10 consumer graphics processor, 1999 |
| Key specifications | First marketed “GPU”; fixed-function T&L; 32 MB SDR memory on common reference board; AGP 4x. |
| Interface / fit | Requires compatible AGP slot, board voltage/keying, power and legacy OS driver; models vary by partner. |
| Variants / identification | SDR and DDR GeForce 256 boards differ in memory and performance; identify memory type from board/label. |
| Archive record | Record full part number, hardware revision, serial/date code, firmware/BIOS, accessories, physical condition, and the documentation revision used for verification. |
Compatibility and handling
- Confirm the complete part number, connector signal/pinout, supported host, dimensions, power, firmware and operating-system requirements before use.
- Inspect for corrosion, cracked parts, bent pins, damaged insulation, failing bearings, leaking cells, or prior repair. Avoid powering unidentified or damaged hardware.
- For compatibility claims, cite a specific manual, CPU support list, interface standard, or tested host configuration; physical fit alone is insufficient.
- Record measurements with the test setup and instrument conditions; distinguish vendor maximums from measured or sustained results.
Model notes
Requires compatible AGP slot, board voltage/keying, power and legacy OS driver; models vary by partner.
SDR and DDR GeForce 256 boards differ in memory and performance; identify memory type from board/label.
Sources & further reading
- Manufacturer / standards documentation — NVIDIA GeForce 256 SDRReference supplied for this specific model or standards family; verify full revision against the nameplate/manual.
- Manufacturer / standards documentation — NVIDIA GeForce 256 SDRReference supplied for this specific model or standards family; verify full revision against the nameplate/manual.
- Digital Foundry — DF Retro: The Story of Nvidia GeForce 256 - The Original GPUIndependent video review; treat as supplementary context, not primary manufacturer documentation.
Source links may describe a product family, not the exact board revision or region. The full model-specific manual/specification takes precedence.