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August 30th, 2006 18:00
Problem: GX520 (Small Form Factor) connects two monitors. Thanks.
Hello, guys:
I have one Dell OptiPlex GX520 (Small Form Factor). There is only one video output, but now I want to connect two monitors at a same time, namely, extend my version region for expand spreadsheets over two monitors.Could you give me some suggestions? Had better to give some web links. I appreciate your helps truly.
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Posted August 31st, 2006 17:00
Dear Dev Mgr:
Firstly, thanks for your helps. How about this video card? The mental bracket problem is not big, I can do it.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814129046
Thanks.
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Posted August 31st, 2006 19:00
That looks like it may fit, but you'd lose the S-video out, which may not even affect you.322
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Posted August 31st, 2006 21:00
Hi, Dev Mgr:
I just found that one review said that it is not a low-profile video card. It's pity.
I think that my problem is a typical problem for SSF desktops. Could suggest one or two for me? After that, we can top this topic.
Thanks.
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Posted September 1st, 2006 01:00
I just ran into this today. I totally forgot a client ran dual monitors on all their desktops and ordered them SFF's which severely limits what you can put into them.
Since you are just going to be using this for business needs, then the cheaper cards will probably serve you well.
I found about 9 at new egg today. Just filter the video cards by pci and then enter l-p bracket in the search terms. You'll find several to choose from. Prices range from 40-400.
This is the one I'm going to go with:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814150040
It's vista ready so if they upgrade to Vista that won't be an issue.322
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Posted September 1st, 2006 15:00
Hi, beatphreek,
thanks your response. What's your desktop? It is OPTIPLEX GX520 (SSF)? Did you try this video card already?
If I buy it, I can use two monitors at the same time, one is for integrated video card original in GX520, and another is for this new PCI video card, right?
Thanks,
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Posted September 1st, 2006 19:00
They haven't arrived yet. I won't know for sure if it all works out ok or not until next Tuesday or Wednesday. But yes, they are for a 520 SFF. I'll post if it is a viable dual monitor (onboard vga and the new card) solution then.322
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Posted September 1st, 2006 21:00
Hi, guys:
My IT guys gave me a hint using VGA splitter as following: http://www.touchscreens.com/vga-y.html#description But I saw that The website says that “Shows same image on both screens”, what does this mean? You know that I want to expand spreadsheets over two monitors. Shall we do it using this VGA splitter?
beatphreek, I am waiting for your good news.
Thanks.
Message Edited by volcanofire on 09-01-200605:01 PM
Message Edited by volcanofire on 09-01-200605:02 PM
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Posted September 3rd, 2006 00:00
Manufacturer Part# : VTK X1300256PCI-SFF Dell Part# : A0683274
Small Form Factor design fits in Low Profile desktops and workstations (short bracket mounted on card). The card is convertible to standard ATX design with the included tall bracket for standard chassis as well.
Dual DVI or Dual VGA
Message Edited by SpeedStep on 09-02-200609:45 PM
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Posted September 3rd, 2006 14:00
Hi, SpeedStep,
Are you sure that this card is fit for GX520(Small Form Factor)? You know, the price is a little high, and I googled it but no results match exactly.
Thanks so much.
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Posted August 31st, 2006 15:00
The GX520 SFF only has a PCI slot (see it's specs here (check the expansion bus section)).
As it's an SFF chassis it means it has to be half-height (or also referred to as low-profile).
Here are several PCI cards, and some are low profile, but the few I checked didn't seem to come with the metal bracket to use it in a low profile chassis. This would mean you need to make one yourself from the existing bracket, or buy one elsewhere.