MSI
MSI NX6600-VTD256 GeForce 6600 256MB graphics card
AGP 4X/8X graphics card with GeForce 6600 GPU, 256MB 128-bit DDR memory at 500 MHz, 300 MHz core clock, DVI, D-SUB and S-Video/Composite outputs, plus VIVO support
- InterfaceAGP 4X/8X
- Chipset ManufacturerNVIDIA
- GPUGeForce 6600
- Core Clock300 MHz
- PixelPipelines8
- Effective Memory Clock500 MHz
- 256 MB DDR memory supports higher texture detail
- 128-bit memory bus feeds the GPU at 500 MHz effective clock
- Eight pixel pipelines process geometry at 300 MHz core speed
- DVI, VGA and S-Video outputs drive up to 2048 x 1536 resolution
- VIVO capability adds video capture alongside TV output
Product identity
The MSI NX6600-VTD256 is an AGP graphics card built around the NVIDIA GeForce 6600 GPU. It targets users upgrading older systems that still rely on AGP 4X or 8X slots. The card provides 256MB of DDR memory on a 128-bit bus and supports DirectX 9 with OpenGL 1.5 for period-correct gaming and multimedia.
Thermals and power
The GPU runs at a 300 MHz core clock while memory operates at an effective 500 MHz. A 400 MHz RAMDAC drives the single D-SUB output up to 2048 x 1536 resolution. Typical desktop use keeps power draw modest and fan noise low thanks to the card's conservative clock speeds and simple single-slot cooler.
Sustained load behaviour
Under extended 3D workloads the eight pixel pipelines maintain steady throughput without aggressive throttling. The 128-bit memory interface delivers consistent bandwidth for textures at the 500 MHz effective rate. Video-in and video-out via S-Video and composite remain functional during long sessions, making the card suitable for legacy HTPC or capture tasks.
Points forts
- 256 MB DDR memory supports higher texture detail
- 128-bit memory bus feeds the GPU at 500 MHz effective clock
- Eight pixel pipelines process geometry at 300 MHz core speed
- DVI, VGA and S-Video outputs drive up to 2048 x 1536 resolution
- VIVO capability adds video capture alongside TV output
Caractéristiques
| Brand | MSI |
|---|---|
| Model | NX6600-VTD256 |
| Interface | AGP 4X/8X |
| Chipset Manufacturer | NVIDIA |
| GPU | GeForce 6600 |
| Core Clock | 300 MHz |
| PixelPipelines | 8 |
| Effective Memory Clock | 500 MHz |
| Memory Size | 256MB |
| Memory Interface | 128-Bit |
| Memory Type | DDR |
| DirectX | DirectX 9 |
| OpenGL | OpenGL 1.5 |
| D-SUB | 1 x D-SUB |
| DVI | 1 x DVI |
| TV-Out | S-Video / Composite Out |
| VIVO | Yes |
| Tuner | None |
| RAMDAC | 400MHz |
| Max Resolution | 2048 x 1536 |
| Cooler | Single Fan |
| Operating Systems Supported | Windows 2000/XP |
| Features | Microsoft DirectX 9.0 Shader Model 3.0 support NVIDIA ForceWare software delivers unmatched features and rock-solid stability High dynamic-range (HDR) rendering NVIDIA UltraShadow technology NVIDIA Intellisample high-resolution compression technology (HCT) NVIDIA ForceWare Unified Driver Architecture(UDA) NVIDIA nView multi-display technology NVIDIA Digital Vibrance Control (DVC) 3.0 |
| Package Contents | NX6600-VTD256 |
Questions sur cet article
How do I install the NX6600-VTD256 into an AGP 4X/8X slot, and what step is often missed?
Align the card with the AGP 4X/8X slot, press firmly until the retention clip clicks, then attach the monitor cable to the DVI or D-SUB port before powering on.
What maintenance or replacement will the GeForce 6600 card need over time?
Clean dust from the heatsink and fan periodically; the 256MB DDR memory and GPU are not user-replaceable, so only the whole card would be swapped if it fails.
Which limit appears first when the NX6600-VTD256 runs under sustained load?
The 128-bit memory interface at 500 MHz effective clock saturates before the 8 pixel pipelines at 300 MHz core, capping fill-rate in extended 3D sessions.
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