Geforce 8800GTX HDCP crypto?

[hotlips69]

I'm considering buying one of the 8800GTXs, but need to be 100% sure that it has the crypto HDCP chip built in and it is not clear from any review/press release if it is standard across all 8800GTXs to have this crypto chip built-in?

 

[Piuc2020]

8800GTX does have the hardware but including the HDCP Crypto rom keys is up to each manufacturer, however I doubt any will leave this option out.

Before buying check with the manufacturer you are going to buy from, there is most likely a HDCP branding on the box.

 

[hotlips69]

Some manufacturers mention HDCP in the info, but from memory, they also did so on the 7900GTX and these didn't have the crypto chip by default.

 

[hotlips69]

I was considering the 8800GTX from Gainward, but their website says to contact the reseller for support, which doesn't help at all.

Why don't they positively market if they have the crypto rom included?

I need a 100% answer!