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Dual monitor capability?
I have an Inspiron 530 with G33/G31 Express Intel chipset, not sure what other info you may need to help, and would like to know if it's capable of a dual monitor set-up. I can't believe it wouldn't be as it's only two years old. Has only one port, it's a VGA port. Would a splittter work or would my computer not be able to handle it? Seems like this would be such an easy thing, but nooo... Am I screwed?! That'd be sad.
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October 22nd, 2010 11:00
IMJ
To use Dual Monitors, you would be best to install a PCIe x16 video card with two connectors, similar to THIS
Bev.
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October 22nd, 2010 12:00
So a splitter option wouldn't work? I can't believe this Dell didn't come with a dual output. Guess I never thought about it 'til now. D'oh!
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October 22nd, 2010 12:00
IMJ
If you are happy with a low resolution video signal, then a VGA splitter might work.
Sounds like you are using the integrated [onboard] graphics, instead of a card?
Bev.
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October 22nd, 2010 12:00
A VGA splitter will work, but you'll get exactly the same screen view on both monitors.
You'll need an add-in video card, as Bev. already suggested, if you want to spread the desktop over 2 monitors or to view entirely different windows on each monitor.
Ron
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October 22nd, 2010 14:00
IMJ
THIS PCIe x16 card should work well with the 530 Mini Tower 300w PSU and support two monitors.
You can find more PCIe x16 video cards HERE
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October 22nd, 2010 14:00
Apparently. So, what card would you recommend? It's not like I'm doing that much to require an expensive card, just looking for more real estate.
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October 22nd, 2010 14:00
Gotcha. So what card would you recommend to adequately do that? Something inexpensive that works well enough.