Description: 3dfx Voodoo2 V21312 - Vintage 3D Graphics Card in Original 1999 Packaging This listing is for a rare, unused 3dfx Voodoo2 graphics card, model V21312, still in its original 1999 retail packaging. This item qualifies as "New" because it remains sealed and has never been used, though the outer packaging shows minor wear—small tears and dents on the plastic cover—from careful long-term storage. This distinction makes it a remarkable find for any vintage computer hardware collector. The Voodoo2 represents a pinnacle in 3D gaming history, created by 3dfx, a pioneering company in 3D graphics technology. Known for its dedicated 3D-only design, the Voodoo2 required pairing with a separate 2D graphics card, making it unique among gaming hardware of its era. Why This Card is Desired by Collectors - The first consumer graphics card to support Scan-Line Interleave (SLI), allowing two cards to work in parallel and supporting resolutions up to 1024 × 768. - Among the last dedicated 3D-only graphics cards produced by 3dfx, before the transition to integrated 2D/3D models. - Built on the proprietary Glide API, an early graphics engine that pioneered optimizations specifically for 3D gaming and contributed to later graphics technologies. - Technology acquired by NVIDIA in 2000, widely regarded as foundational to modern graphics innovations, including: - SLI (Scalable Link Interface): NVIDIA’s multi-GPU solution inspired by the original Voodoo2 SLI. - 3D rendering techniques: Glide’s efficiency principles influenced modern APIs like DirectX and Vulkan. - Enhanced multi-texturing capabilities: The Voodoo2’s dual-texturing capability set a benchmark for modern multi-layer texturing. Important Sale Details Photos: Photos are of the actual product, taken on November 14th, 2024, showing its condition, including the minor wear on the outer packaging as noted. Condition: This item is sold as-is, with no returns, exchanges, or refunds. By purchasing, the buyer agrees to these terms. Shipping: Free shipping with full insurance covering the sales price of the item. Delivery Confirmation: Adult Signature Required for delivery. Insurance and Claims: The item will be fully insured for the final sale price. Should there be any damage during transit, I will provide documentation to assist with the claim through the shipping carrier. Buyer assumes responsibility for filing and following up on any claim after shipment. This is a rare vintage collectible in its original packaging, and due to its rarity and value, all sales are final. Serious buyers only, please.
Price: 3999 USD
Location: Merritt, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-12-14T23:15:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: 3dfx
Chipset/GPU Model: 3dfx Voodoo 2
Memory Size: 12 MB
Connectors: DB-15
Chipset Manufacturer: 3dfx
Features: DirectX, Glide, OpenGL, Alpha Blending, Bump Mapping, Trilinear MIP-Mapping, Gouraud Shading, Programmable Fog Tables, Multi-Texturing, Scanline Interleave Connector (SLI), SVGA Monitor Connector, VGA Pass Through Connector
MPN: V21312
Compatible Slot: PCI, PCI 2.1
