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Known issues
The driver 6629 has a bug in regards to AGP memory. There is a patch and it is strongly recommended that you apply it.
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Installation
For installation of these drivers, please check your distribution.
OverClocking
You will need to have the latest 7664 or 7667 drivers
You will then need to add to your current Xorg.conf or Xfree file where your video driver configs are located.
Section "Device" ***** Option "Coolbits" "1" ***** End Section
On reboot you will be able to autoset your overclock. This will not stay and will be reset on reboot. The way around this is as follows. You need to put this in a bootup script.
With the bootup script you need to add to it your amount you have overclocked. You have to enter the values that you received when you overclocked your video card and replace the $GPU2DClock with the actual value and also the $GPU3dClock.
nvidia-settings -a GPUOverclockingState=1 -a GPU2DClockFreqs=$GPU2DClock -a \
GPU3DClockFreqs=$GPU3DClock
There is a link to a full script which is what I use. If someone could upload it in some way so at least it is maintained as a resource for everyone.
http://www.nvnews.net/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=53421
This was pointed out in the forums and I should add this bit in just so noone thinks that there is no risk.
There is a Warning in the Nvidia README related to Coolbits:
WARNING: this may cause system damage and void warranties. This utility can run your computer system out of the manufacturer's design specifications, including, but not limited to: higher system voltages, above normal temperatures, excessive frequencies, and changes to BIOS that may corrupt the BIOS. Your computer's operating system may hang and result in data loss or corrupted images. Depending on the manufacturer of your computer system, the computer system, hardware and software warranties may be voided, and you may not receive any further manufacturer support. NVIDIA does not provide customer service support for the Coolbits option. It is for these reasons that absolutely no warranty or guarantee is either express or implied. Before enabling and using, you should determine the suitability of the utility for your intended use, and you shall assume all responsibility in connection therewith.
