Using the Optiplex 9010 as a Monitor

Question

Wehave just had the Optiplex 9010 rolled out across the company and it works fine. However one of the tasks we undertake requires us to project the screen from a Laptop on to a plain monitor. To do this previously we have just used a monitor from a Desktop computer. Since the Monitor is integrated with the computer in the Optiplex 9010, can anyone tell me if it is possible to connect a laptop to the 9010 (using a VGA cable) and have the 9010 display what is on the Laptop screen? If it can be done what would settings need to be changed? These are leased PC so we would not be able to make any changes to the Hardware. We have a laptop running Windows 8 and one with Vista. Any answer would be appreciated. Gary

sandeep_par · Accepted Answer

Hi Gary,

Welcome to the community.

I would like to inform you that both VGA and HDMI ports on the system are TV out connection. So you can connect an external display like monitor or projector to this system.

However, you won't be able to use this system as display only for a different system or laptop.

So, it would not be possible to get the display of the laptop on this system. If you have any further queries, please feel free to contact us.

Thanks and Regards
Sandeep P
#iworkfordell

Garywork · Answer

Thanks Sandeep - thought that would be the answer, but wanted to check.

sandeep_par · Answer

Hi Gary, Its great to hear that your query has been answered to your satisfaction. If you have any queries in future feel free to contacts us. Thanks and RegardsSandeep P#iworkfordell

rafabringas · Answer

Can this PC support or handle a second monitor

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