Best dvi cables according to redditors

We found 1,060 Reddit comments discussing the best dvi cables. We ranked the 191 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about DVI Cables:

u/yourdeadwife · 22 pointsr/pcgaming

Quick note, that DVI-D to Display port won't do 144hz. You need https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY or some other active powered adapter. They're usually 100 bucks or so. I was considering getting one because I had the same problem as you but I just bit the bullet and bought a new monitor.

u/[deleted] · 17 pointsr/whatisthisthing

Thats a VGA female to DVI male adaptor. You can get them at just about any electronics store. Here's one on amazon.

u/PrisonerV · 12 pointsr/buildapc

You can ONLY get 144hz from the DVI port on the monitor. It's in your manual.

Get the right cable and you should be good.

u/-Runis- · 10 pointsr/nvidia

I don't think any card of the 20xx series have DVI ports.

You can get adaptors for like 15 bucks if you need dvi.

u/wtfburritoo · 7 pointsr/pics
u/sf49 · 6 pointsr/Amd

Edit: Not sure if these support 144hz properly, but works for 60hz. If anyone knows, please chime in.

Edit2: After some research, you need an active adapter, which are very pricey for proper 144hz output.

https://www.amazon.com/BuyCheapCables%C2%AE-Plated-Quality-DisplayPort-DVI-D/dp/B00H8CAOYK/ref=sr_1_3?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1466162692&sr=1-3&keywords=dual+dvi+to+displayport

u/Diesel4719 · 6 pointsr/computertechs
u/khaki54 · 6 pointsr/nvidia

Well either get an active adapter like this one: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00A493CNY/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Or spend that $100+ to upgrade your monitor.

u/not12listen · 6 pointsr/gaming

DVI is becoming less common.

You'll need a cable that has DVI (which is likely on your monitor) to HDMI or DisplayPort (both of which are present on your GPU).

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Something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-DisplayPort-DVI-Cable-Feet/dp/B014RWWURC/

u/-ThinkYouCanTakeMe- · 5 pointsr/buildapc

It's a huge pain to set up port conversion on these monitors. You'll need an active DisplayPort to DVI dual link adapter, which cost over a hundred dollars and have been reported to not work consistently with 144 HZ. Other stuff, like passive DP>DVI or HDMI>DVI cables don't work with high refresh rates. The one DVI-D port on your card would work fine, but don't expect to get 144 HZ on the other monitor.

Here's one, read the reviews if you want more info.

u/Dog1259 · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace

well if its a 144hz monitor, it means the only way to get 144hz is through dvi dual link, since you only have dp and hdmi youd have to shell out about 100 bones for an active dp to dual link dvi adapter

u/Ham_I_right · 5 pointsr/regina

The mall with the value village has a lil used computer shop and there is one near the Mitsubishi dealership.

Alternatively. They sell a dvi to VGA adaptor dongle that was popular when dvi cards first rolled out and everyone still have VGA monitors. (Hell anyone with an old cards likely have them collecting dust) looks like this https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B000067SOH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_mb44Ab48H3T80

I have been using one with no issue on newer cards, OTV would absolutely have one to buy. Not sure if that fits your specific requirements but its my guess what you are up to.

u/3agl · 5 pointsr/pcmasterrace
u/cpitchford · 4 pointsr/apple

There are 5 types of connector

So long as the thunderbolt adapter you're using is DVI (not VGA), you will need a single-link DVI-D cable (or a dual-link DVI-D cable, the adapter won't support it but it will work)

I'm assuming your monitors are flat panels (since you can get old CRT glass screen monitors with DVI-A sockets.. these are analog and rare!).

DVI-D will work with Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter

DVI-A and DVI-I might work with Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter and a VGA to DVI-A but this will require you monitor to work in digital (which all modern flat screens do) as well as Analog (not all DVI sockets support this, you can tell if it has 4 pins around the blade slot)

Basically, if you have a VGA adapter with your mac, expect more problems with flat screens that only have DVI

u/SchrodingersJew · 4 pointsr/crtgaming

There's two types of DVI connectors: DVI-D and DVI-I. Only DVI-I is capable of an analog signal, but it looks like your card has that connector (double check me on that). If so you just need a simple DVI-I to VGA adapter like this https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

Make sure it's DVI-I instead of DVI-D by looking at pics of the connectors online, they are slightly different. If its DVI-i there's no conversion necessary and no input lag introduced.

u/Torian1 · 4 pointsr/buildapcsales

Note: I bought one last time and got a SINGLE-LINK DVI cable, which does not reach 144hz.

I would recommend buying one from Amazon, Like this one.

Forgot to mention: REFURBISHED MONITOR.

u/NParbs · 3 pointsr/buildapc

vga to dvi adapters are cheap.

u/torbar203 · 3 pointsr/hardware

Ok, there are 2 different models of a monitor sort of like that. One is pretty much the exact one I linked, and that has a VGA connector(was used on PCs before DVI came into the market). The newer ones(back is totally clear) used ADC(which combines video, usb, and power into one plug). If you have the VGA one you're in luck,you either just plug it right into the VGA port on your computer, or if you only have DVI, you just need a DVI to VGA adapter. Once you get the monitor connected to your computer, you're all set, just boot up the machine, and it should be ready to go. No software or anything is required.

If it's the kind with the ADC adapter, it's really not worth it, since the adapters for those usually go for over $100. You'll be much better off finding someone selling/giving away a used CRT monitor locally



As far as your other questions go;

2. Don't really think there are many safety precautions you need to take, assuming it hasn't been rained on or anything while in storage. I guess be ready to unplug it when you first test it incase the flyback transformer or something inside is smoking. If you don't have any experience with the inside of CRTs, don't go inside it to clean it out or anything, and you'll be fine.

3. not really sure. Maybe if you put it in a garbage bag outside with one of those anti-bug bomb things or whatever, that will get rid of any insects. Not really sure how safe those are for electronics. Maybe someone else can chime in?

4. Only a little crazy :-P

u/pprkut · 3 pointsr/buildapc

Then you need a DVI to VGA adapter to plug in to your graphics card.

A lot of the time your motherboard or your graphics card will include this adapter.

u/TripleFrequency · 3 pointsr/nvidia

I would imagine that this adapter would work for you, but I am unsure. Unfortunately, getting ripped off for these types of adapter is pretty common.

u/TheDark1105 · 3 pointsr/Monitors

You have to get a special one that's powered. Here's one I found on Amazon.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ISVI3U/

u/BmanUltima · 3 pointsr/buildapc

Then you'll need active Displayport to DVI-D adapters, two of them, that support 144Hz at 1080p.

I have this one, I haven't found a cheaper one that supports 144Hz.

https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1481571274&sr=8-4&keywords=dvi+displayport+144hz

u/queuequeuemoar · 3 pointsr/Monitors

Sure, I have two GTX770 cards and the inputs they have are DVI-I (Analog and Digital), DVI-D (Digital), HDMI, and DisplayPort. This QNIX QX2710 monitor requires at least a dual link DVI cable in order to function. DVI-I and DVI-D both support dual-link DVI. Therefore, four of my six monitors are powered by the DVI inputs on my GPUs.

For the remaining two monitors, you need to use the DisplayPort input. HDMI won't work with these monitors, the maximum resolution of HDMI 1.4a (which is what the GTX770 supports) is 1200p@60Hz.

EDIT: I was wrong about HDMI 1.4 not supporting 1440p. It actually does support resolutions up to 2160p @ 24hz, and you can apparently possibly overclock up to 120hz by unlocking and increasing the pixel clock on the graphics card, which is what I am trying now.

The remaining two monitors must use a special DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI converter in order to work. There really is no other way otherwise, unfortunately. And these converters are not cheap, they go for around $100 each if you were to buy them on Amazon. What I managed to do was find similar Dell BizLink cables at a much cheaper price on eBay (~$50), and these are the ones I bought from different sellers. Those cables also require an available USB port for extra power.

So, for your case, if you want to run those GPUs separately it would be simple to use the DVI inputs for all of them. If you want to SLI, you're going to have to buy one of those DP to dual-link DVI converters to get that third monitor to work.

u/SlicedNugget · 3 pointsr/Amd

I thought we were going off of dual link :P [Heres how much one cost in canada though, pretty goddamn expensive] (https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B002ISVI3U/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_3?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A19N3NI8X4F24J)

u/Dalarrus · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

GT 1030 also has a DVI-I port, and so you could use a DVI-I to VGA cable like this one on Amazon

Or as /u/Minty090 Suggested, you could get a HDMI to VGA adapter.

u/Puppyshit · 3 pointsr/computers

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002IWP87S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UAdPAbK9GDWCD

Or something similar - depends on your computer's video outputs. Or invest in a better monitor.

u/GhostBirdofPrey · 3 pointsr/Surface

Any mDP to HDMI adapter should work.
Personally, I prefer specific cables with the right plugs on both ends rather than using an adapter to convert a regular cable at one end.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82

u/ilessthanthreemath · 3 pointsr/buildapc

Single/dual link isn't the problem. The problem is that one of the ports is DVI-D and thus doesn't send an analog signal which is why there's no picture since you're using a DVI to VGA adapter.

Can you connect the blank monitor to the card with a DVI cable? Otherwise you'll have to buy an active DisplayPort to VGA adapter (something like this).

u/-_-__-_-__---_-_- · 3 pointsr/Amd

Venturing a guess here, I'd say your DP->VGA cable is passive. Swap it out for a (preferable) active DP->DVI cable or active DP->VGA, and you'll be able to run four independent displays using each of your connections.

u/jmgf · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Thats a DVI-DP though, wont support more than 60Hz.

This is what we are looking for:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003XYBA72/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1467248167&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=dvi+dual+dp&dpPl=1&dpID=41eyIQM33ML&ref=plSrch

The USB works as a power source, I don't really know the internal setup, but I'm pretty sure there should be diagrams with the scheme explaining the differences, single DVI is basically just a rearrangement of wires for the new pins, whilst the DVI-D draws power to extra lines. I've been thinking about making one myself.

Ha! Found one: http://lookanotherblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/ADC-DVI_Wiring.png

https://gehrcke.de/wp/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/2000px-DVI_pinout.svg_.png

http://pinoutsguide.com/Video/DisplayPort_pinout.shtml

It looks like its doable if you have experience with making components.

edit: more info added.

u/AK-Brian · 3 pointsr/hardware

For 1440p / 120Hz (or for situations like mine, with a higher resolution 2560x1600 / 60Hz panel) you'll need an active Displayport to DVI-D adapter (along with a proper dual link DVI-D cable). The common <$30 adapters are all passive DVI-I single link and max out at around 1920x1200 / 60Hz.

The two active adapters that pop up as generally reliable are the Dell Bizlink XT625 and the Startech DP2DVID2. They run between $75 and $120 depending on the retailer.

u/ciabb · 3 pointsr/buildapc

Hey man,

Thanks for the reply, think I'll set it up like this.

Would an adapter like this one work?

Tried to find an active one like people suggested but not too sure if that's what was meant.

Thanks

u/m4tic · 3 pointsr/buildapcsales

Get this, make an easy 120hz, thank me later

u/liiliilililiiiililll · 3 pointsr/techsupport

First go into nvidia control panel and then click the Set PhysX Configuration link. Check to see which chip (nvidia or intel) the mini-display port is hooked up to.

And no, that adapter will not work. You need a dual-link DVI because of the bandwidth it provides. That adapter (and similar passive, cheap adapters) only provide up to 3.0Gbp/s which is less than half that's needed. Also pixel clock rate.

You will need the 150€ active adapters, not the cheaper ones.

http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MB571LL/A/mini-displayport-to-dual-link-dvi-adapter

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00856WJH8/

These are what you are looking for. Hopefully you can find them for less than 150€.

u/tmlhalo · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Sadly no,

"Active Single-Link" in the description.

It would be active DP to dual link DVI.

u/TheRealMisterFix · 3 pointsr/nvidia

Yes, just make sure to use an active converter. The passive (unpowered) ones can't pass enough bandwidth to the monitor to drive 1920x1080@144hz. I have three of the active connectors and they work fine. Expensive, though! (~ $100).

Here's an Amazon link for the ones I use:
https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/Dragynfyre · 3 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Yes but you need to get a $100 adapter for 144Hz support

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A493CNY

Cheaper adapters do not work for 144Hz. This is why it's not recommended to buy a 144Hz monitor without DisplayPort.

u/StartupTim · 3 pointsr/lowendgaming

A GT1030 has a DVI-I port. See here: https://www.geforce.com/hardware/desktop-gpus/geforce-gt-1030/specifications

You need to buy a DVI-I to DB15 like this: https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Female-Adapter-Plated-Projector/dp/B00VLN3D8Q/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_23_bs_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=V7QB8NYW2CV7CTG5JCT9

It'll work!


EDIT: To clarify, you need a DVI-I not a DVI-D. A DVI-I is the same as a DVI-D except it also includes an analog signal as well (for older monitors).

u/RedMageCecil · 3 pointsr/buildapc

If you're eyeing up a 5700XT, you can get converter cables that take care of that problem for you.

u/sopwath · 3 pointsr/Monitors

First, while it may not be ideal, you can get cables with the DP-to-DVI adapters and the screen still looks fine.


TNs are defintely better than they used to be, but so are IPS panels. They each have their pros and cons.

If you can go to a store with more than one panel type, I would try to go look at them in-person. After roughly 8 years using IPS displays, I'm very sensitive to the color shifts I see with TN panels. If it doesn't bother you, however, then you might be able to save some money on a TN panel.


I'll reiterate that you may want to try a new cable rather than buying new monitors however: https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-DisplayPort-DVI-Cable-Feet/dp/B014RWWURC/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_bs_img_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=6JQ751TCKB2VVKKPVB8V


u/Ghrave · 3 pointsr/Monitors

Yeah that question was in the FAQ; it will only run 144hz using the DVI cable. To answer your question, I'm pretty sure it will work with this, a DVI/DisplayPort cable.

u/5_DOLLAR_DIARRHEA · 3 pointsr/buildapc

I think the issue is your 1060 has a DVI-D (Digital only) output and the adapter you bought is a DVI-I adapter (Digital + Analog). I believe you need an Active DVI-D to VGA adapter, something like: www.amazon.co.uk/Active-DVI-D-Adapter-Benfei-Female/dp/B07D3XZ9SD/

I hope someone with more experience can confirm or correct me.

u/mutedtenno · 3 pointsr/buildapc

I ran into this same issue yesterday when I upgraded from a HD 6770 to a RX 590 nitro.Still using a old VGA monitor id get the same black screen.

I brought a converter from my local computer store but it didnt work, came here to whine about it and stumbled across something that did work.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07D3XZ9SD/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This worked for me.

-edit, saying your gpu make/model might help narrow down what converter you need as the above might not be it. My knowledge of upto date GPUs isnt amazing but im sure youll know if the item i linked is what you need.

u/Elderbrute · 2 pointsr/AMDHelp

It's been about 8 years since I last had this issue (at the time was a 1440p 60fps screen but same issue fundamentally) so really not sure what about these days, back then the adapter ran at around £150 so I ended up not bothering selling the screen on and buying a new one with native DP.

Wish I could be more help but I would be very surprised if that isn't the issue your facing.

something like https://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-1920x1200/dp/B00A493CNY?th=1

u/shabbirh · 2 pointsr/MSI_Gaming

The link I gave was a cursory example, but I did specify that it should be an active DP to DVI adapter. But fair point, the one in the link will not be the right one. I would expect that the OP would do his/her own research based on the information provided and not just buy the first one linked (which was linked purely as an example).

Perhaps something like this would have been a more appropriate example - https://smile.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter-Black/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=active+dp+to+dvi+adapter+144hz&qid=1567203271&refinements=p_76%3A419158031&rnid=419157031&rps=1&s=gateway&sr=8-1

But the one above is also but an example of the type of adapter that is needed, but not neccessarily the exact adapter needed.

Hope that helps and indeed clarifies.

Peace <3

u/areyougame · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace
u/Computerknight54 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

No, well yes but you need an active adapter which costs ~$100. https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Dual-Link/dp/B00A493CNY

Not worth it at that price.

u/cf18 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Sell the monitor, it's obsolete. A DP->DVI adapter that can do > 100hz cost more than $100, almost enough to get you a new 144hz monitor with DP.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Dual-Link/dp/B00A493CNY/

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/4Hc48d/dell-s2419hgf-240-1920x1080-144-hz-monitor-s2419hgf

u/johnny5ive · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Looks like this may be your only solution?

u/mistakenotmy · 2 pointsr/buildapc

First, GPU's have outputs. Video devices are listed as 'From' and then 'to', output to input. With these adaptors, direction can matter so searching for the wrong thing can cause buying issues.

So in your case you need DVI-Dual Link inputs for the monitors. You have HDMI and DP outputs. So you need either

HDMI to DVI-Dual Link

or

DP to DVI-Dual Link

The Dual Link makes it harder because it is basically 2 video signals on one cable. It has 6 TMDS pairs instead of HDMI's 3. HDMI went for a higher clock speed, DVI used more lanes. This means HDMI and DVI are only passively compatible up to 1080p60. Then they split and do their own thing. Meaning cheap adaptors are not an option. Unfortunately, HDMI to DVI-Dual Link adaptors don't really exist.

(Don't be fooled by passive ones that say HDMI to DVI dual link, those are only talking about the pins the physical connector has, they will not actually convert the signal as you will need to for 1440p)

DP to DVI Dual Link does exist, however they are not cheap. Here is one from

StarTech:http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/ItchyConstruction · 2 pointsr/nvidia

You need an active DP/DVI adapter if you want more than 60Hz. You can tell the adapter is active if it has an additional USB cable for power.

Something like this.

u/sumthingcool · 2 pointsr/nvidia

You need an active DP to DVI adapter, a passive one won't do 144 and your monitor only has HDMI 1.4 so DP to HDMI isn't an option.

Be careful there are tons of shit adapters that claim they are dual link but are not. You'll need to spend $80 or so for a real one.

https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/computix · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Yes, but you need an (active) DP to DVI dual link adapter. These around $100. Here's an example of one, but there are many others.

There are some much cheaper devices advertised as dual link, but those are fake. They're single link (HDMI) devices.

u/psimwork · 2 pointsr/buildapc

You could get a displayport to DVI-D adapter...

u/Knobbytires69 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

You will have to use the DVI port to the monitor and the displayport to the GPU. Either one of these should work.

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https://www.amazon.com/Dell-BIZLINK-DisplayPort-Adapter-Powered/dp/B003XYBA72/

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https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/XmentalX · 2 pointsr/techsupport

I have no experience because I haven't justified the cost yet. I have 2 of the same model monitors you have 1 is hooked up through DVI-D the other hdmi so I would love getting them both up to 144hz just to avoid the windows bugs alone.

I did a quick spot check on amazon it looks like even with an active adapter such as this one https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ you are limited to 120hz

u/Airwarf · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Ohh you must have the Galaxy MDT version of the 580 GTX. Not a common one. DVI-D cables can plug into DVI-I ports but not the other way around.

To my knowledge DP should work >60Hz at that resolution but that adaptor you linked is a DVI-I port. See the four small pins around the large pin? That's the dead giveaway.

You're not going to like this but this is the adaptor that comes up when I google search for the right port types. I have no idea what this would do to your response time.

u/e4matt · 2 pointsr/bapcsalescanada

not if 144hz matters to you. you need one of these:
https://www.amazon.ca/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Adapter-Converter-DP2DVID2/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1480357476&sr=8-4&keywords=startech+dvi-d+to+display+port

I've checked ones not from startech and they are all around that price range. Unfortunately.

u/Switchen · 2 pointsr/buildapc

The only way to get 144hz with that monitor given your outputs is to use an ACTIVE displayport to DVI dual-link adapter., unfortunately.

u/oxygenx_ · 2 pointsr/Alienware

Dual Link DVI (or DVI in general) is a thing of the past. You'll need a special active Displayport to Dual Link DVI adapter like this one: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/4wh457 · 2 pointsr/GlobalOffensive

There's no difference, but it really sucks having to lookout for a GPU that has a DVI port when looking to upgrade and very soon there probably wont be any high end GPU's with a DVI port. Adapters only support 60hz unless you get a very expensive active adapter which might support 120hz at best but it could also add input lag and overall just isn't worth it at all.

u/treetoon · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Benq XL2410T and Benq XL2411Z.

Here's an example of an active adapter, sitting at 113 dollars: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

Where I live, unless I import, I'd have to pay roughly 180 euro for one of these. That's in comparison to merely 35 euro for the GT 710.

u/dunnolawl · 2 pointsr/Amd

I'm only aware of a single product that supports 1080p @ 120Hz and its $90. Adapters like this don't have the bandwidth to do 1080p @ 120Hz and there is no adapter on the market (that I'm aware off) that can do 1080p @ 144Hz.

u/badcookies · 2 pointsr/Amd

Here is a dual link one for $30:

https://www.amazon.com/VisionTek-DisplayPort-DVI-D-Active-Adapter/dp/B00DYRQXMK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1466186418&sr=8-2&keywords=active+displayport+adaptor+dvi+dual

Anyway best bet is to wait for AIB boards that have DVI as well or that include the adapter.

u/looncraz · 2 pointsr/Amd

Should be no issue at all, depending on the resolution (1080p should be super easy).

You just need something like this

u/095179005 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

cc /u/onastyinc

AFAIK most adapters are limited to 60hz.

>Can I use a DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI passive adapter / cable?

>>No. DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI passive adapters / cables do not actually exist. Even though most DisplayPort to DVI adapters you see for sale are labeled as "Dual-Link", all of these are fake, they are only Single-Link DVI adapters in disguise.

>>The DisplayPort connector has 20 pins, which means it can be used as a Single-Link DVI-D port via a passive adapter. However, Dual-Link DVI requires 25 pins, so a DisplayPort connector does not have enough pins to emulate a Dual-Link DVI connection. The additional DVI pins on "DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI" adapters are not connected to anything at all, they are just for show, for marketing purposes. It is nothing but a Single-Link DVI-D adapter dressed up to appear like a Dual-Link DVI-D adapter.

https://linustechtips.com/main/topic/729232-guide-to-display-cables-adapters-v2/?section=high_refresh_displays

*Edit: Found in the same section

If your computer does not have a native Dual-Link DVI output, then the only other way of getting a Dual-Link DVI connection is with a DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI active adapter. Please note that not just any DP-to-DVI active adapter will work; it must be a Dual-Link DVI active adapter. There are active adapters which only support Single-Link DVI, intended for multi-monitor configurations on some older AMD graphics cards (detailed here), and these adapters will not work for 1080p 120+ Hz.

DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI active adapters tend to be unreliable, and should only be used as a last resort if you have no other method of connecting. If you have not purchased your monitor yet I suggest you do not buy the XL2411Z or GN246HL, but instead get a monitor that has a DisplayPort input.

I have tested this adapter to work up to 1920 × 1080 @ 144 Hz:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DYRQXMK/
However, at 144 Hz I did experience loss of signal when turning the monitor off and then on again, or putting the computer to sleep and waking it up again. I did not experience any issues when running at 1080p 120 Hz instead though.

As always, active adapters tend to be very finicky and I cannot guarantee that the adapter will behave the same on your system. My testing was done with an AOC G2460PF and a Radeon RX 480 and GeForce GTX 1080.

u/rionlion100 · 2 pointsr/computer_help

Ah the old male to male dilemma.
This would work but it looks like you bought the wrong cord https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VLN3D8Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Rin.zbYW4HB5B

u/LeaveTheMatrix · 2 pointsr/talesfromtechsupport

> No DVI-to-Anything adapter should ever be DVI-I

Maybe you might want to tell the manufacturers that?

Since some video card manufactures do make cards with DVI-I plugs there are (for example) DVI-I to VGA adapters.

u/Anergos · 2 pointsr/buildapc

There are passive dvi to vga adapters, however your graphics card might not support them. Check to see if your graphics card supports DVI-I or DVI-A. If it does support it then there will be no loss vs a VGA cable.

Here is one such adapter.



If your GPU only supports DVI-D (Digital) then you'll need a more expensive active adapter. There depending on the adapter, there will be some difference.

Here's a cheap version (and clicking on the usb power cable will point you to a more "compatible" and expensive one).

u/gwarmito · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I have a similar setup. If you have a similar card, you'll need adapters to make it work. You will have to use a DVI to VGA adapter.

Amazon has those cheap.

UGREEN DVI-I 24+5 Male to VGA HD15 Female Adapter Gold Plated for Gaming, DVD, Laptop, HDTV and Projector (Black)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VLN3D8Q/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_kyDVzb0WFX3AH

u/RecalcitrantBeagle · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Just making sure, but you're using a 2200G or 2400G with no dedicated graphics card, right? If not, you shouldn't be plugging into the monitor at all. If you are, just grab a DVI-Dto VGA adapter off Amazon like this one.

u/Shankovich · 2 pointsr/Amd

Not trying to endorse but for my customer's builds I usually use Rankie cables, haven't had an issue with them and they're pretty cheap :) https://www.amazon.ca/Cable-Rankie%C2%AE-Plated-DisplayPort-Resolution/dp/B00YOP0T7G/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1465662316&sr=1-1&keywords=displayport+cable

u/BurkusCat · 2 pointsr/Amd

I'm still fairly new to the idea as I only just got a new monitor that has a DisplayPort connection, I've been holding off on buying one until I know what I am looking for. But for most of the cables on Amazon, there seems to be reviews talking about the cables not being standards compliant and causing issues. Only a small % are seeing issues but I'd rather not have that problem.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/product-reviews/B00YOP0T7G/ref=cm_cr_dp_hist_one?ie=UTF8&filterByStar=one_star&reviewerType=all_reviews&showViewpoints=0

As far as I know, HDMI can't do any damage like what pin 20 on DP can do. A bad HDMI might just fail or flicker or something, not damage your PC.

u/SemiSekki · 2 pointsr/Amd

Here's a link to my monitor. I've tried deleting my monitor driver then letting it reinstall by rebooting; I can't seem to find a specific driver for this monitor online. Never came with a CD or anything either. Here's a link to my DisplayPort Cable.

u/dwdunning · 2 pointsr/Daz3D

Hi,

I know it's been two weeks, but I thought you might be interested to know that Display port output does include a DVI-D signal, so you only need a passive cable (probably about $10) Also, my 2080 Super came with a DP to DVI dongle so I could use an existing DVI cable if needed. The $100 (active) adapters are for going from a DVI card to a DisplayPort monitor because while DP sends a DVI signal, DVI does not send a DP signal. This would work for an RTX card to a DVI-D monitor (but not to a VGA or a DVI-A monitor, but I doubt your 1080p monitor is analog)

u/Osuets · 2 pointsr/buildapc

If you have an RX550 I would recommend getting a nicer monitor. That being said, something like this should do the trick.

u/eegras · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

Yeah, that should work fine. However, you would be better off spending that money on a Displayport to DVI adapter. This would let you get 144hz on both monitors and free up the HDMI for your other devices.

u/BjergBetterThanFaker · 2 pointsr/buildapc

will this one work as well? Its a lot cheaper but I don't understand why it says male to female vga

u/wunderbier · 2 pointsr/buildapc

Looking to finish up my build in the next couple of days with a video card purchase. Few questions first.

  1. I was looking at either an RX 470 or 480, since my current monitor isn't that great and I'd like to have the option to get a freesync monitor eventually. The cheapest European options I've found (shipping inclusive are) the MSI 470 Gaming and Sapphire Nitro+ 480 4GB. Leaning towards the 480 for price/performance considering I can't find any sub-200 470 cards. Any reason not to pull the trigger on that one?

  2. I currently only have one case fan (exhaust), but would like to add at least one intake. MOBO on has one case fan header. I take it this is a simple as buying a splitter and another 120 mm PWM fan? How many fans could realistically be run from one header?

  3. Getting back to my monitor, it's VGA only. Totally not in the cards to replace it right now. Any recommendations on an active DVI-D to VGA adapter? Found this, for instance.

  4. I've heard that you don't currently need to buy a license to run Windows 10 -- that it just has a nag watermark and you can't change some cosmetic stuff. Really?
u/the11devans · 2 pointsr/buildapc

I have an EVGA 1050 and had the exact same issue. This adapter works for me, I didn't notice any difference in lag.

u/HaoBianTai · 2 pointsr/Amd

DVI is a digital connection, so you shouldn't have too much trouble finding an adapter for the DisplayPort connections on your GPU.

Try this.

u/Defiant001 · 2 pointsr/bapcsalescanada

You can use an HDMI/Displayport to DVI cable if needed.

DP to DVI

HDMI to DVI

u/Flowermanvista · 2 pointsr/crtgaming

Unfortunately, the RX580 does not have an analog output, so you're going to have to go with one of those active converters, which tend to have mediocre resolution support. This one seems to be decent.

As for the "signal timing issues", some cards may output DVI signals with very minimal blanking periods, which exist in the first place because a CRT requires a finite amount of time to sweep the electron beam from one edge of the screen back to the other. If the blanking periods aren't large enough, the CRT will use part of the visible image as the blanking period, since it physically cannot move the electron beam any faster. This may result in the image being messed up around the edges.

If this happens, you'll need to create a custom resolution with the AMD control panel that has sufficient blanking periods. I've never used an AMD card before, but when making the resolution, select the GTF timing mode, which will probably work well for 99% of resolutions and monitors.

u/randomlaptoptree · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Active DVI-D to VGA Adapter, Benfei DVI-D 24+1 to VGA Male to Female Adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D3XZ9SD/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_ePEXDb9B4JZ68

You'll need something like this. I assume your monitor is vga. Analog going to dvi digital. You'll need an active convert.

u/drpcrdu · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Plug the second monitor into the GTX 1070 using an adapter, if necessary.

The GTX 1070 should have multiple outputs. What it has depends on the manufacturer make/model.

If it has VGA out: Use a VGA cable.

If it has DVI-D out:

https://www.amazon.com/Active-DVI-D-Adapter-Benfei-Female/dp/B07D3XZ9SD/ref=sr_1_3

If it has HDMI out:

https://www.amazon.com/Gold-Plated-Converter-Power-Free-Raspberry-Projector/dp/B0757FLCXV/ref=sr_1_4

If it only has DP out:

https://www.amazon.com/Rankie-DisplayPort-Adapter-Plated-Converter/dp/B00Z08TZNU/ref=sr_1_3

These 3 are all unidirectional adapters (meaning they work from DP out to VGA in / HDMI to VGA / DVI-D to VGA, not the other way around) . They should support up to1920x1080@60Hz, and all will require a VGA cable.

u/felixenfeu · 2 pointsr/buildapc

You can buy an adapters. What ports does your GPU have ? Does it have DVI? VGA/DVI adapter is pretty easy to find.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

Some BIOS will let you run both.

u/Sakisat · 2 pointsr/computer_help

Not necessarily old. VGA is the older way to connect monitors, so I would say it's still up to date. Looks like the video card doesn't take VGA (Blue). You'll need a VGA to DVI adapter to connect it that way.

u/remotevirusremover · 2 pointsr/techsupport

I believe you can use a DVI to VGA adapter for one monitor and DisplayPort to VGA for the other.

u/OSUTechie · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Since that graphics card has DisplayPort out, something like this will work.

However, you can also get something like this.

u/THE_DROG · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Something like this would be less of a hassle.

u/Mont0p · 2 pointsr/Ice_Poseidon

Ice said in this thread that he uses a USB to VGA adapter. His other screen is a TV which I can assume is what is using the HDMI on the 970. This leads me to believe that he plays games on the monitor that goes through the USB to VGA adapter, which is why he is having so many performance issues.


Solution 1 (cheapest): Buy a DVI cable and this adapter.

Solution 2 (expensive): Buy a new monitor. Decently priced monitor recommendation

u/Pvt-Snafu · 2 pointsr/techsupport

>it has DVI and HDMI ports on it aswell

Then you can use DVI to VGA adapter for the second display.

Here is an example: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/NEM3S1S · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

DVI and VGA only, which is also a bit of a drawback. I've used monitors without HDMI ports for so long I usually forget to mention that. It comes only with a VGA cable, so you'll probably have to get your own cable or adapter. I use this little doohickey for one monitor and something like this for the other.

u/blueman541 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

There is DVI/HDMI port. You can get a VGA adapter for it. Btw, the iGPU or onboard graphic is faster/stronger than the Geforce 210 card.

Have you tried re-seating the ram in the other slot? If there are errors the board should have beeped or something.

u/NolanRoss · 2 pointsr/buildapc

You are supposed to plug you monitor into your video card, not your motherboard. The plug on the motherboard is there only for if you don't have a videocard. You shouldn't use it at all.

You need to have one monitor plugged in to one port so cancel that amazon order.

VGA is obsolete so you shouldn't be using that either. The 270x doesn't even have a VGA port on it. You will need 2 DVI cables and if your monitors are really old and only have VGA ports, you will need 2 DVI-->VGA adapters.

u/SpinahVieh · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

$3 help you out.
If you want to use your GPU, you always need to plug the cable into the GPU. If you don't, plug it into the MoBo.

u/DPSXL12 · 2 pointsr/techsupport

I agree. Looks like OP can use the cable in that link to connect the second monitor to the DVI port (the white one next to where the main monitor it attached). With that cord, it will be blue (from monitor) to white (in computer).

Alternatively, if you have an adapter like this lying around (they usually come with a new video card), you can use that with a (blue) VGA cord. Just plug this puppy into the back of the computer next to where your main monitor is attached. Then a (blue) VGA cable from your second monitor will plug into that adapter.

u/jshbckr · 2 pointsr/apple

Any DVI to VGA adaptor will work.

Such as this

u/ronnockoch · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Hey

You're looking for one of these two adapters.

DVI to VGA

DVI-D (Dual Link) to VGA

depending on which DVI port you have on your computer.

http://www.amazon.ca/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

http://www.amazon.ca/Importer520-Male-DVI-D-Female-Adapter/dp/B007EA48MA

Those are them but you can find them in other places :)

u/stafpaper · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I found a Cord and an adapter, you can get either I'm not sure if it matters.

The cord

The Adapter

The adapter will work with the cord you are already using in your two photos if you don't want to have another cord lying around your house.

u/Veritas413 · 2 pointsr/techsupport

I highly doubt you used THAT exact adapter.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Visual_Interface#/media/File:DVI_pinout.svg
You may have used one like it, but a DVI-I to VGA adapter connects the four pins around the plus section to the corresponding analog wires. The adapter you linked doesn't HAVE those four pins, so it can't adapt anything.
There are IDENTICAL adapters that DO work with DVI-I (http://amzn.com/B000067SOH) notice how that one has the four pins that are missing from the one you linked. I would bet decent money that your adapter has those four pins too.

u/geonik72 · 2 pointsr/Amd

[I think i found a solution, i know it's a bit pricey but you might be able to afford it] (https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Passive/dp/B0017K6BD2)

u/Doctor1597 · 2 pointsr/GlobalOffensive

I had the same issue, give me a sec and I'll like the one that worked. It needs to be a truly active one, and that would require a USB connection to power it. If it doesnt specifically state it can handle 120hz and greater, then it will not support 120hz and greater.

[This is the one I have] (https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=pd_sim_23_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41YEgS06HRL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&psc=1&refRID=4AQMZ0EENKCB7DDYZJ20), I should have done more research when buying my monitor as it doesn't even have HDMI 1.4 or newer to support 120hz, so the price of this definitely hurt, but it works.

u/triesreallyhard · 2 pointsr/hardware

I really want to be wrong because an 80 buck adapter would suck to require, but I swear when I was researching this I read that you have to make absolute sure your adapter is an active one or it won't enable 144 hz.

Something like this:

You can tell it's an active one because it plugs into a usb for a power input to enable the 144 hz conversion.

u/jamvanderloeff · 2 pointsr/buildapc

You need a DisplayPort to dual link DVI-D adapter, single link ones won't work. Cheapest reliable one is this https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1469966520&sr=8-12&keywords=displayport+dual+link+dvi, cheaper ones work by just running single link faster, which won't work with the chip used on generic korean monitors.

u/iPlayRealDotA · 2 pointsr/buildapc

https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U

I've read issues with adapters on various forums, so I would just wait for the AIB cards to come with the DVI port though.

u/supertraveler · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

Buyers should note that this monitor can only do 1080p144hz over Dual Link Dvi, and it only has 1 DVI + 1 VGA input.

Dvi is being phased out in favor of Displayport, so your future mileage out of the monitor may vary unless you buy adapters

Active powered Displayport to Dual Link Dvi adapters are expensive.

https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1466762921&sr=8-5&keywords=displayport+to+dual+link+dvi

u/ctp133 · 2 pointsr/nvidia

I no expert but i found this on amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-007B-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Adapter/dp/B002ISVI3U?th=1 its says that it works at 1920x1080 @ 120Hz for 3D LCD , but i don't know if it will work with out a 3D monitor or not.

u/truedread · 2 pointsr/Monitors

There are powered display port to dual link DVI adapters but they're crazy expensive and don't always work, like this one. HDMI can't support anything over 60hz unless you have a 1.4 / 2.0 compatible monitor / gpu in which case it supports 1080p 120hz. Looks like you may have to get a new gpu unless you want to get the adapter.

u/reality_jockey · 2 pointsr/buildapc

You can get a DVI-to-VGA adapter almost anywhere. Or even more simple, go with a vga to dvi cable:
http://www.amazon.com/HDE-DVI-DVI-I-male-Cable/dp/B002IWP87S/ref=sr_1_15?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1398029060&sr=1-15&keywords=dvi+to+vga+adapter+cable

Although honestly, you might be better off grabbing a new monitor. I can't imagine that a VGA only monitor is going to get the full use out of a 760. $80 and craigslist will get you some decent screens. But until then...that $7 cable is probably your best bet. You might be able to save $2 and just get the vga-dvi adapter, but that's going to stick an extra 2+ inches out the back

u/elaws · 2 pointsr/24hoursupport

well - you can get the cable that you want

I have personally run into the HDCP issue several times. I have run into the power issue once. The HDCP issue comes up often with active converters who don't respond correctly to the HDCP requests.

Both of these issues that I described are very hardware dependent - different manufactures approach standards differently. I have seen HDCP issues where the display never came on, or would come on for 10 seconds and then shut off. Also, HDCP should only be active when you are trying to display protected content, but I have run into instances where it was active at all times.

The power issue, I ran into that with a large monitor wall solution - the company provided a computer that could drive 24 displays at once, but couldn't handle active HDMI repeaters.

I have been a television engineer for a long time - making different displays work with different sources is a lot of what I do. Personally, I would try and address the problem that the DVI to VGA is having, because that is how this is supposed to work.

u/Miami_Mike · 2 pointsr/Vive

I don't get it. Why can't you just leave your monitor hooked up like it is and connect your GPU to your Vive breakout box with a DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort cable? I've been using this cable since I got my system two months ago and it's been working fine.

u/ESCAPE_PLANET_X · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Assuming the GPU supports DP v1.2 yes.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82

The above cable would work flawlessly for you (again assuming your GPU is v1.2 and not v1.1a)

v1.2 supports "...a single display, this enables up to 3840 x 2400 resolution at 60Hz" per the VESA standard.

No HDMI adapter will make this work. No matter what the vendor says, HDMI can't output 4k @ 60hz. Active, passive and even gold plated with leprechauns just won't help.

u/Medic-chan · 2 pointsr/buildapcforme

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i3-6300 3.8GHz Dual-Core Processor | $141.99 @ SuperBiiz
Motherboard | Gigabyte GA-H110M-A Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard | $49.99 @ Amazon
Memory | Corsair Vengeance LPX 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory | $29.99 @ Newegg
Storage | OCZ TRION 150 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | $57.99 @ Newegg
Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 750 Ti 2GB Superclocked Video Card | $99.99 @ Newegg
Case | Fractal Design Core 1000 USB 3.0 MicroATX Mid Tower Case | $29.99 @ Newegg
Power Supply | EVGA 430W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply | $14.99 @ Newegg
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home OEM (64-bit) | $87.95 @ OutletPC
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $562.88
| Mail-in rebates | -$50.00
| Total | $512.88
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-03-05 23:04 EST-0500 |

Skylake i3 is better.

DDR4 RAM is faster.

This has a 240GB solid state, which should hold your OS and several of your favorite games. I use Win10 and a 120GB SSD, I can have about 4 games on my PC at once. I assume you'll still be using your mac for media, so this is a pretty good choice.

I like 750Ti's better than r7 265s, but the choice is yours at the same price. Good luck finding benchmarks to compare the two.

Stuff you're gonna need:

Mini displayport to displayport cable: $7.99 (hey, that's not so bad)

"Switcher" able to handle a digital displayport signal: $75.99

Honestly with your budget, why are you trying to spend $76 when you could unplug and replug 3 cables for free?

u/rjleaf · 2 pointsr/thinkpad

According to this spec sheet, you can run the monitor over HDMI at 30Hz. This is likely due to the fact that the port is only HDMI 1.4 and not HDMI 2.0 (which is necessary to run the monitor at 60Hz).

That said, your best bet is to get an mini-DP to DisplayPort adapter cable (like this one). Thunderbolt cables are more pricey and don't provide any benefit unless your monitor supports Thunderbolt (which may allow you to use the display as a dock) / Thunderbolt pass-through to another TB device.

u/inky00 · 2 pointsr/Vive

I use a mini displayport to display port cable for my vive without issue. The cable i use is this one.

StarTech.com 6 ft Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.2 Adapter Cable M/M - DisplayPort 4k with HBR2 support - 6 feet Mini DP to DP Cable https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B002XVYZ82/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UshRzbRPP3ASP

u/marekknowak · 2 pointsr/mac
u/JCrimson20 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

I got mine last week. It does come with a display port cable, although the GTX690 uses mini display port, you will need a mini display port cable to display port. I recommend this one http://amzn.com/B002XVYZ82 I have 2 gtx Titans hooked to mine. Look on tftcentral for the "optimized" monitor settings. Something like -Racing mode, 26 Brightness, then the RGB settings. Monitor is in freaking credible. Also, just to give you a heads up, the light for gsync will stay red (meaning enabled) even at the desktop. This is a confirmed bug nvidia is working on so don't spend the hours I did to troubleshoot. lol also, when gsync is turned on, it also turns vsync on in the nvidia control panel. This is normal. Vsync kicks on after 144 fps and gsync handles everything up to 144fps. All this is normal and fine. Disable vsync in game though. I'll post a video in a second for you of the clarity O.O

u/just_unmotivated · 2 pointsr/buildapc

I have a triple monitor set up as cheaply as it can be done.
For the graphics card it must have eyefinity (im 90% about this, there may be exceptions but I don't know them). I don't think it works with nvidia quite yet so go ati.
I have a xfx 5830 that you can get for $130. My monitors out are an hdmi to one monitor, dvi to the second monitor, and to the oldest monitor I have an active display port to vga.

This last step is important and I will explain why it has to be active and to vga to stay cheap;

The reason it has to be active is because you already have 2 digital signals in the form of HDMI and DVI, so it has to convert it.

The reason it has to be VGA is because it uses less power and is easier to do so it doesn't need to be powered and MOST importantly, this adapter costs $25 for active displayport->vga compared to ~$100 for active to DVI.

My monitors are not all at the same resolution so I can't do the thing where it recognizes it as 1 huge screen. It is 3 seperate screens that I can control the positions of in ATI catalyst control center (the software side of the drivers... or something that comes with the GPU).

I am not sure about using both the DVI's and then the adapter that I link/ed but I don't see why not as the GPU sees the 3 ports as pick any two. Doesn't really matter as im sure at least 1 of the 1080 monitors has an hdmi cord.


Any other questions feel free to ask, and here is the link to the adapter that you need its not porn its just the link with a false name

side note; since doing my last batch of research, it seems there may be a chance of an active displayport to dvi... due to this product. May be irrelevant as i assume that the old monitor doesn't have dvi, but for anybody else.

it says "Connect a Single-Mode DisplayPort Enabled Computer to a DVI-D Monitor, TV or Projector" so it kinda sounds like it won't work with multiple monitors by the single mode statement... but not sure

u/samfreez · 2 pointsr/techsupport

You likely need an ACTIVE adapter. Passive ones do not transmit the "connection is live" signal, so often times a computer won't even know the VGA monitor is connected. That isn't an issue when it's a 2nd or 3rd monitor (for the most part), but is a problem when it's the only monitor.

Something like this would likely work for you:
https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B101B-003B-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter/dp/B003HC85D2

u/fp4 · 2 pointsr/buildapc

What's wrong with the current setup?

All you need to hookup the third monitor to your graphics card (provided you properly linked your current card) is an Active Displayport to VGA adapter. I.e.

http://www.amazon.ca/Accell-UltraAV-B101B-003B-Display-Adapter/dp/B003HC85D2

u/Turtvaiz · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

You need an active DisplayPort to dual-link DVI-D adaptor. If you only now bought the monitor. Return it and buy an XL2411P instead

Edit: adaptor example. They are pretty expensive. Make damn sure to read the reviews. Many are advertising dual link active adaptors, which technically have the port, but the additional pins aren't even connected.

u/LTT-Glenwing · 2 pointsr/Monitors

Just FYI the same adapter is $70 from the Dell/BizLink brand (same OEM, so it's an identical product).
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XYBA72/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_r.oCCbH3N786Q

You can also find them used on eBay for around $30–50.

u/iNeedAValidUserName · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

You're not wrong - though if you're not on a slim budget going with a HDMI monitor and getting an adapter would be the best choice. Having DP basically adds 40$ at least...despite it being cheaper for the manufacture than HDMI Shrug

I personally just don't like adapters - I dealt with DVI/VGA/HDMI to DP adapters at work quite a lot for awhile and they were...finiky, especially the cheap,non-powered ones.

We ended up using these which are decidedly not cheap, but they were about the only thing we could get to work consistently.

It's also one of the few that can support the higher resolutions, most HDMI -> Display port adapters don't actually go over 1920x1200 IIRC. I think that requires a powered adapter.

u/maoshouse · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

i used to have two of these monitors, one dvi and one dvi->adapter. Side by side they were exactly the same. I know this because if I was dragging something vertically with one half on either monitor, they'd move in sync. So i guess the refresh rates were the same.

using this: http://www.amazon.com/Dell-BIZLINK-DisplayPort-Adapter-Powered/dp/B003XYBA72

u/k1w1999 · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

If there is a thrift store near you, you might be able to find a 1024x768 monitor for pretty cheap ($5-$10). If your brother's graphics card has only DVI connections you would just need to make sure that you have a DVI-I to VGA adapter and a VGA cable, just make sure the graphics card has a DVI-I connector notice the plus shape on the right with the holes in each inward corner.

Just an idea.

u/logoster · 2 pointsr/techsupportgore

i don't think you get it

the adapter in op's image is for DVI-D which is DIGITAL only, therefor the adapter in op's image literally would not work, as you can't passivley convert digital to analouge, you need an active adapter, which are bigger

here's an example of an active adapter:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Active-Female-Adapter/dp/B012DLMS1W/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1453499993&sr=8-2&keywords=dvi-d+to+vga+active

if this was what op had, it would work great

if you want to use a passive adapter for dvi to vga, you'd need your dvi port to be dvi-i, at which point you'd need a dvi-i to vga adapter (which still isn't what op has, the adapter op has literally would never work ever)

here's an example of a passive dvi-i to vga adapter:

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Female-Connector-Black-DVIVGAMFBK/dp/B004G3WCLM/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1453500177&sr=8-4&keywords=dvi-i+to+vga

u/Cherry_Switch · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Unless your computer supports hybrid graphics, you can't have one monitor sticking in the graphics card and one sticking to your motherboard. You need both cables sticking out of the graphics card like your white cord.

You need to get a DVI to VGA adapter like this one: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-Female-Connector-Black-DVIVGAMFBK/dp/B004G3WCLM/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1452001167&sr=8-3&keywords=dvi+to+vga+adapter

Costs around $2 on eBay if you look around.

This way you can plug DVI side into your graphics card, and plug VGA cable leading to your monitor.

ALSO: Turn your phone sideways before you record. Vertical videos are my pet peeve.

edit: DVI side of the adapter needs to be female, VGA side needs to be male, like the one I linked above.

edit2: I assume the other port on your graphics card is a DVI because it looks like it, correct me if I am wrong.

u/ApotheounX · 2 pointsr/gaming

Wow. That monitor doesn't have a DP input. That makes things more expensive.

Yeah, you just need to make sure to get an ACTIVE Mini DP -> DUAL LINK DVI adapter. If you get a passive adapter, it won't work. If it's not Dual Link, it won't work. They'll all look like this, with a USB plug.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MDP2DVID-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Powered/dp/B004I6L6DW

https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MB571LL/A/mini-displayport-to-dual-link-dvi-adapter

Yes, the adapters are like $100.

Edit: Even double checked the USB-C port. It's just a regular USB-C 3.1 10gbit, doesn't support Alt-Mode DisplayPort, so it won't do 144hz either.

u/Aspirant_Fool · 2 pointsr/techsupport

This might not seem like the best answer, but it really is. The only way you might get 144Hz out of that setup is with a Mini-DP to Dual Link DVI adapter. Given the cost and limited utility of such an adapter, you'd get more value/$ selling the monitor and buying a new one if you can't return it.

u/aftli · 2 pointsr/techsupport

Did you buy an "active" adapter? You need one of those. This is the one I use.

u/Dannyboy3210 · 2 pointsr/bapcsalescanada

You could try buying an Active adapter from Displayport to DVI?
https://www.amazon.ca/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-1920x1200/dp/B004SUO1GM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Emphasis on the Active part.

u/KingOfData · 2 pointsr/windows

I had this same problem. A fresh installation of windows fixed it for me.

On the other hand, the problem is most likely the converters you are using. They are known to cause issues. If a fresh windows installation doesn’t fix it, I recommend buying an active converter like this one. Read the description on the page for more info.

u/Kiyiko · 2 pointsr/hardware

I would buy one recommended by AMD: http://support.amd.com/us/eyefinity/Pages/eyefinity-dongles.aspx

This one specifically says it's an active adapter: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DP2DVIS-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter/dp/B004SUO1GM

(though mini display port is more common than these full sized ones)

u/MrECoyne · 2 pointsr/computertechs

It sounds like you'll need one of these. Note that this is an active adapter, this allows HDMI/DVI displays to be controlled by DP hardware.

Lets say you use the Samsung with this adapter, you can leave the Asus on its current DVI connection and the HDMI should then work with the TV.

u/Jathra_ · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

OK from what I am reading a good dual link DVI cable is probably your best bet for that monitor.

It's possible the cable they shipped with is cheap and not up to the task despite being dual link DVI.

It's also possible something is wrong with the monitor itself.

I would try this one, it's pretty cheap.

https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DVI-D-Ferrites/dp/B007NJ0S1W

u/gregpxc · 2 pointsr/pcmasterrace

First review title is correct: "MUST BUY THE DVI-D Dual Link Cable TO RUN AT 144Hz"

Same thing with the 144Hz Acer monitor I picked up. Has to be DVI and they don't supply it.

Edit: Here's the DVI I got - https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007NJ0S1W/ref=pd_aw_fbt_147_img_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=7XHJZS3J2S7MZVHSXRVS

u/proximate · 2 pointsr/buildapcsales

I've been quite happy with this cable from Cable Matters.

It was recommended on the QNIX forums on Overclock.net, and seems to provide a strong signal. To be fair, though, I only used the stock cable for a few days, and still haven't OC'd over 96Hz.

Like the other guy said, Monoprice cables are also good.

u/FairPlayer4 · 2 pointsr/Surface

I think it is possible with (Mini) DP

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00856WJH8/

That's really a niche product and will take some time until something is available for USB-C.

You could try it with the Surface Dock and such an adapter but that's a lot of money for a better refresh rate.

u/R3DoctOBER98 · 2 pointsr/Amd

Any DP to DVI-D active adapter will work for 1080p 60hz, however in order to use the 120hz function you will need a DP to dual-link DVI-D active adapter which are normally very expensive.

Here's one I found on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY


u/cd109876 · 2 pointsr/AMDHelp
u/boraca · 2 pointsr/Nvidiahelp

You need Dual Link DVI so you're looking at something like that: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/LeagueOfPogi · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/smurfhunter99 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
  1. Blue is VGA, not DVI. Your GPU has two DVI ports.
  2. Your issue is your motherboard and graphics card aren't outputting at the same time. This could be fixed by going into your BIOS and setting your iGPU to output along with your GPU.
  3. This would give you the ability to connect the monitor to your graphics card, I recommend ordering one of these.
u/frito11 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

your video card has a DVI-I connector so you can connect a VGA monitor to it directly with the use of an adapter that i would bet the card probably came with when brand new https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/Reygle · 1 pointr/techsupport

Why would you need more than 1 display to open BIOS?!?


You don't need an active adaptor. All you need is this or something similar.

u/Ga3RIS · 1 pointr/techsupport

Yes, my bad I meant I/O.

Why even even sell it if it won't work

I bought This one because it has good reviews but why even sell it if it doesn't work.

u/bilago · 1 pointr/techsupport

I would personally go with a VGA to DVI adapter if your graphics card has a DVI port (most do). It's cheaper and the adapter passes the video analog, there is no digital to analog conversion like you have with this HDMI adapter you linked.

u/alvindacio · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

It looks something like this. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000067SOH/ref=twister_B01MXDZH13?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1. Also, how can I set my monitor to analog input if it wont even turn on. Monitor open when pc powers up. It shows its aoc logo then went straight to no signal. Thanks!

u/jerkstore4 · 1 pointr/buildapc

It may or may not be possible. I think think you can have the iGPU be primary in the BIOS and have the GPU be effectively primary in windows. It's an uncommon setup and differs slightly from motherboard to motherboard. My only advice there is to set the iGPU as primary in the BIOS and see what happens.

It looks like your 260 should support two DVI to VGA adapters. Eventually you'll probably just want one of those. You should be able to get another one for less than $5 but the cheapest I saw on amazon prime was $7.

u/Sombreromanjr2 · 1 pointr/buildapc

You should be able to find a DVI to VGA converter for cheap. I had to do the same thing.

u/PhoenixReborn · 1 pointr/buildapc

It's another video port just like HDMI or DVI. The HDMI can be plugged into the HDMI port and the DVI cable into the bottom DVI port (the one with fewer pins). A VGA cable is a last resort and will need one of these to plug into the top DVI port. http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/Jakomako · 1 pointr/buildapc

Hmm, I thought most cards shipped with them. Still it's only like $6 and worth it to be able to run both monitors off the same card: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/sk9592 · 1 pointr/buildapc

You can if fact connect two VGA monitors to a GTX 750 TI. However, it will require buying two difference adaptors. One of them is cheap and passive, the other is pricier and active.

You will need a cheap DVI to VGA adaptor such as this one:

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411602731&sr=8-1&keywords=dvi+to+vga

And you will need a more expensive DisplayPort to VGA adaptor which is active:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DisplayPort-Adapter/dp/B005H3Q56I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411602844&sr=8-1&keywords=displayport+to+vga

u/sjforeversj · 1 pointr/buildapc

Yes you can only connect to you GPU, you wouldn't be able to use you onboard graphics and your GPU at the same time (in most cases). If you really need a VGA slot just buy a DVI to VGA adapter like this one.

u/markobv · 1 pointr/Amd

wait for rx 480 that have DVI port
and buy a dirty cheap dvi2vga

u/regack · 1 pointr/buildapc

As long as the GTX 960 has a DVI-A or DVI-I style connector it should work with one of the inexpensive passive ones, yes.

u/Not__Even_Once · 1 pointr/crtgaming

Head here: http://geedorah.com/eiusdemmodi/forum/viewtopic.php?id=295
and get an AMD card that's in the supported cards list. Obviously the newer ones will have more power, but I've read roughly HD 5000 series and up is generally good. Also use this link to grab crt emudriver.

Make sure you have a DVI-I to VGA adapter, like this one: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

Next, get a VGA to 5BNC connector. Something like this, although https://www.amazon.com/Coax-HD15-RGBHV-Monitor-Cable/dp/B0033AF5Y0, although shop around if you want one with higher user reviews, that one has about 3 stars for some reason.

You can roughly follow this guide: http://geedorah.com/eiusdemmodi/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=1052#p1052

Although note that you won't have to disconnect your LCD display/main display while you install CRT emudriver. That's how I did it. I still have my main monitor connected and the crt emudriver monitor is a second monitor.

u/epsilon_nought · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

The connector in the graphics card is DVI-I? Then all you need to get is an adapter like this, which you should be able to find at any competent computer store for a few dollars. That should allow you to use the second monitor correctly.

u/kabanossi · 1 pointr/techsupport
u/mail4youtoo · 1 pointr/buildapc

> GTX 650 TI

There is your issue. You must have an older monitor with only a VGA connector colored blue? Your GPU doesn't have a VGA port.

You would need to buy an adapter like https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH or get a newer monitor with a DVI connection.

Any chance your monitor also has a port for a DVI cable?

The only other option is to remove the video card and not use it

u/Astealoth · 1 pointr/buildmeapc

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000067SOH/

you can just use one of these, I didn't notice the inputs on the Dell display. It ships free with the display as an add on purchase so it's an extra $3.40. Either that or pay $20 more for a display with more ports :P

u/jjwax · 1 pointr/buildapc

What's your video card model? this will probably do the job

u/UnplannedWords · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/SpecialityToS · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Ugh, I checked the wrong one... Could you just use two?

u/zomigod · 1 pointr/techsupport

Does your computer output VGA? If not you could get a DVI to VGA adapter. It's a little cheaper. I do this with my setup, however, I have my XBox on a HDMI to DVI cable to my monitor and my computer on a VGA cable to the monitor (as a secondary monitor) and the audio is output by the other XBox output thingamabob to RCA which I then use a converter to change that to 3.5mm and over to desktop speakers...Sorry if that sounds complicated. I had to use what was laying around and it works! So that's what's important, right!?

u/Silver_Foxxx · 1 pointr/computers

Return that monitor and get one with a DVI port. Or you can try one of these.

Make sure the adapter is exactly like your DVI cable adapter.

u/KillerB247 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I have both connected with adapters like this http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH both into the gpu ports and no the second one isnt showing up but the first is

u/roguekiller23231 · 1 pointr/techsupport

something like this

(UK) https://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-DVI-VGA-Cable-Adapter/dp/B000067SOH

(US) https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-VGA-Cable-Adapter/dp/B000067SOH

But it's an addon item on Amazon (so you need to order to a minimum value for them to ship it), you might find it somewhere else.

u/BastionHentai · 1 pointr/buildapc

Looks almost like this. But different ports.

StarTech DVI to VGA Cable Adapter, M/F (DVIVGAMF) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000067SOH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_YcUyzbD2N3463

u/houndazs · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Here you go. Adapters sometimes come with your GPU too. I would suggest going DVI to DVI if you have that option on your monitor.

u/snaynay · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Does the graphics card have a DVI port? I'd get a VGA to DVI adapter over conversion to HDMI. Something like so. Make sure you get the right male/female solution.

Cheaper, simpler.

EDIT: But yes, a VGA to HDMI adapter should also work.

u/onespaceman · 1 pointr/linux4noobs

Just buy this or this and use one card.

u/FadedAssassiin · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Of course!

Amazon Canada: Link

Amazon US: Link

Amazon UK: Link

u/axwrex · 1 pointr/techsupport

Well, unless I'm missing something here to go from DVI-I to VGA all you need is a simple adapter like this:

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

You plug that in to your DVI-I port on your video card, and then boom, you've got a VGA coming out of it to plug into.

Now, I'm not too up to date on modern day video cards so someone correct me if I'm wrong about the next part here:

All the GTX 970s I looked up (which I'll admit wasn't many, just gave it a quick google) had one DVI-I and one DVD-D.
If it is DVD-D then it will not be putting out an analog signal and it won't be as simple to convert it to VGA. You need a converter that would convert if from a digital signal to an analog signal to go from DVI-D to VGA.

Here's one for $46:

http://www.startech.com/AV/Converters/Video/DVI-D-to-VGA-Active-Adapter-Converter-Cable-1920x1200~DVI2VGAE

I've never actually tried one. So, I can't vouch if they work well or not.

If you could, link the card you're buying so I know if I'm correct about that.

As far ass Dual Link to Single Link, I don't think you need to worry about that at all. Dual link just carries more signal for a larger resolution. I treat all DVI cables (dual-link and single-link) interchangeably and have never had any issues. So, I wouldn't worry about that. I'd be more worried about making sure you do have two DVI-I connectors on that video card.


If I'm missing anything here someone feel free to correct me.
Being Reddit I probably don't have to worry about people being shy about correcting me. :)

u/The_Russian · 1 pointr/buildapc

Did your video card come with any DVI/VGA adapters? The last 4 or so cards that i bought all allowed me to use a VGA with it. Also, i dont think ive ever seen a video card that had male ports. The top 280 sapphire card looks female. I think any cable should really work so long as you have adapters. Since you already have a VGA, you might as well get something like this. I would assume tech stores would carry them, so something like Frys and Microcenter would for sure have them.

u/XAznBeastX · 1 pointr/buildapc

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

This would work if I am connecting this product to my vga cable then into the radeon 6950 with the dvi side?

u/Mr_Assault_08 · 1 pointr/buildapc

How about vice versa??

Connect the flickering monitor to the motherboard?

If not these are handy - http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

Gotta try and replicate this issue with another monitor. Or without the video card. One of those might be affecting it.

u/ChiefMedicalOfficer · 1 pointr/techsupport

Power cable

DVI TO VGA

Please ensure that power cable is correct for the US outlets.

u/SnappyCrunch · 1 pointr/techsupport

Your laptop might be defaulting to an external monitor that isn't there. Looks like your laptop has DVI-I out and HDMI out. That means you should check the DVI-D output, VGA using a DVI-A to VGA pin adapter, and HDMI out. Try whichever is most convenient first, and don't forget that most TVs these days have VGA input as well as HDMI.

u/Shotz718 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Most DVI ports can be converted. The exception is DVI-D only ports.

This image tells you what to look for to see if your GPU supports VGA through DVI by a simple adapter.

Here is a link to the type of part you need. A simple passive adapter. Many GPUs came with them in the box. If you have the box for yours, it might still be inside!

u/usefulstuffonly · 1 pointr/buildapcforme

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | Intel Core i5-4460 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor | £139.91 @ Amazon UK
Motherboard | MSI H97M-E35 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard | £59.17 @ CCL Computers
Memory | Patriot Signature 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | £27.99 @ Amazon UK
Storage | Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive | £34.50 @ Amazon UK
Storage | Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | £29.99 @ Aria PC
Video Card | Asus GeForce GTX 950 2GB Video Card | £120.00 @ CCL Computers
Case | Corsair 200R ATX Mid Tower Case | £49.98 @ Aria PC
Power Supply | EVGA 500W 80+ Certified ATX Power Supply | £29.99 @ Aria PC
Wireless Network Adapter | TP-Link TL-WN822N 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter | £12.96 @ Novatech
Adapter| StarTech DVI to VGA Cable Adapter - M/F| £2.85 @ Amazon UK
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | £507.34
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-18 09:40 GMT+0000 |

Btw I don't think you'll find any modern GPU's with a VGA slot, you can buy an adapter which is fairly cheap.

u/Knucklessg1 · 1 pointr/buildapc

Do you mind helping me with the Radeon 5450?

I have 2 VGA monitors, so I would need one VGA to DVI-I converter and the hdmi should be fine. Is this correct?

Also, would this Radeon 5450 be able to play smaller games like Minecraft or Civ V

u/_PopcornSutton_ · 1 pointr/Costco

You could buy this:
StarTech DVI to VGA Cable Adapter, M/F (DVIVGAMF) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000067SOH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XEBwybPBHH39H

Then this:
Tendak HD 1080P VGA to HDMI Output TV AV HDTV Video Cable Converter Plug and Play Adapter with Audio Input for Laptop Desktop https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MJ6IWT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tFBwybN3E7KX2

For a total of ~$25

u/Corpsek9 · 1 pointr/buildapc

Don't buy that GPU. Buy this one instead GTX 1050TI

Also there should be dvi to vga converter with the GPU. If there isn't you'll have to buy this https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/howImetyoursquirrel · 1 pointr/Amd

Ah shit, I misspoke, meant DVI -> VGA. They look like this. Not sure about DP to VGA, that might work?

u/pingus3233 · 1 pointr/buildapc

>So if I use the mobo, I won't benefit from my gpu

Pretty much correct.

>maybe I should just buy another monitor then...

Well, you can get another monitor if you want or just the DVI/VGA adapter I mentioned which will allow you to use the VGA monitor with your GTX 1060's DVI output.

Here's an example. I don't necessarily recommend this particular adapter, just the basic idea

u/tslonaker · 1 pointr/hardware

A two dollar DVI to VGA adapter would work fine. In fact, the card may even come with one.
They look like this, any brand will do:
http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/KillAllTheThings · 1 pointr/buildapc

If your video card has a DVI-I port you can get an adapter to use a VGA monitor.

You are better off running both monitors off the video card than trying to square away the BIOS so the video card is the primary graphics adapter.

u/newworld255 · 1 pointr/Monitors

The DVI-HDMI cable is in my opinion the best option. HDMI and single-link DVI are similar on the signal level and the adapter/adapter-cable is passive, simple and cheap.

In case you definitely want to use the VGA input on your old display you could do the following:
The DVI-I natively carries a VGA signal on the 4 additional pins so you can get a DVI-I VGA adapter and the HDMI-DVI cable. Use the HDMI-DVI cable for your main display and the VGA cable with the adapter for the second display.

u/ironfixxxer · 1 pointr/buildapc

You can use an adapter.

If you want to use the DVI-D connection you need a special cable like this one.

You can not use an adapter like this because the DVI-D port on your graphics card has a digital signal only. VGA is an analog signal.

Or an HDMI to VGA would work too.

u/KhaosKat · 1 pointr/buildapc

They're pretty close - it depends on the game as to which is faster. Here's Anandtech's benchmark comparison: http://www.anandtech.com/bench/product/1044?vs=1130

A simple female VGA/male DVI adapter should work if one doesn't come with the card. Something like this: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/NorthPole907 · 1 pointr/techsupport

okay so what you need is a displayport/dvi to VGA adapter
dvi to vga,
displayport to vga.
even though there is a pretty big price difference, either will work just fine, just giving you options. you will plug one end of the adapter into the card and the cord goes from the other end to the monitor. Then it should work with the monitor, and will be able to dual screen or mirror screen with the monitor and TV if you wish.

u/that_guy_who_shops · 1 pointr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

College Rulez! (Heh....heh...)

So my major is Visual Communications! And here is how ITT Tech fucked us VC students over:

So upon the beginning of the year as I met with my administrator telling him about my huge passion for gaming and I really wanted to be a game designer! Here is what he said in a nutshell:

"Well our gaming courses are fantastic and you will learn everything you need to know to get a job! But first, we require you to obtain your Associates in Graphic Design. Many job offers require you to have experience with Adobe Programs and other graphic design programs. So just finished getting your Associates, then we will find you a job and they can pay for your Bachelors courses! YAY! :D"

But that wasnt the case. About 3 months before finishing my Associates quarters as my anticipation for gaming courses built up, they sent my classmates and I a bit of bad news. 'ITT will be cancelling your Bachelors program but only for VC student. Sorry.'

So here I was pissed off that I had a degree I dont want, but heres the funny part. I have grown to love graphic design and I am pursuing my Bachelors in graphic design and couldnt enjoy it more! :D

If I win, then I could really use [this] (http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=EYB47AJ077Y1&coliid=I2E1NQR8CA3G1T) for dual screen. It would help alot when designing! :D Thanks for the contest!

u/TheCarribeanKid · 1 pointr/buildapc

I posted on your old post but here's a build.

Adaptor-

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000067SOH?pc_redir=1395091981&robot_redir=1

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD FX-8320 3.5GHz 8-Core Processor | $152.98 @ SuperBiiz
CPU Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler | $29.99 @ NCIX US
Motherboard | Asus M5A78L-M/USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard | $54.99 @ Micro Center
Memory | Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $64.99 @ Newegg
Storage | Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $57.98 @ OutletPC
Video Card | XFX Radeon R9 270 2GB Video Card | $195.91 @ Newegg
Case | Rosewill R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $78.11 @ Amazon
Power Supply | Corsair CX 430W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $32.98 @ Newegg
| | Total
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available. | $658.93
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-18 16:08 EDT-0400 |



And here's a build with a pretty good monitor. (I own the same one and I like it)

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD FX-6300 3.5GHz 6-Core Processor | $109.99 @ Amazon
CPU Cooler | Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler | $29.99 @ NCIX US
Motherboard | Asus M5A78L-M/USB3 Micro ATX AM3+ Motherboard | $54.99 @ Micro Center
Memory | Kingston Black 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $64.99 @ Newegg
Storage | Seagate Barracuda 500GB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $50.93 @ Amazon
Video Card | XFX Radeon R9 270 2GB Video Card | $195.91 @ Newegg
Case | Cooler Master HAF 912 ATX Mid Tower Case | $49.99 @ Micro Center
Power Supply | Corsair CX 430W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $32.98 @ Newegg
Monitor | Hannspree HE225DPB 21.5" Monitor | $137.58 @ Newegg
| | Total
| Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available. | $727.35
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2014-03-18 19:47 EDT-0400 |

u/trod58 · 1 pointr/buildapc

Yes, this is exactly what I have. But the adapter that i bought- http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000067SOH/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Does not fit in the DVI-D slot,

What adapter do I need?

u/KarlyPilkoids · 1 pointr/buildapc

So this would work?

edit: fixed the link

u/SoylentRox · 1 pointr/graphicscard

I think so. Are they DP++? That means that at the electronics level they actually are capable of producing the signals in the DVI format. If so you can just use a passive adapter like this one, and it will work perfectly with no drawbacks or added latency whatsoever.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Video-Adapter-Converter/dp/B0017K6BD2

u/Whirly-Dirly · 1 pointr/buildapc

Thanks, I see now it does have a display port, I must have missed that. The monitor I was looking at for BF only has VGA/DVI so could I do some sort of adapter like DVI to Display Port or would I lose quality?

I found this on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Passive/dp/B0017K6BD2

u/MEGA_theguy · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

If you really need it but DP is the future.

u/SinkDemon · 1 pointr/buildapc

In that case, what I suggest doing is adapting the HDMI port or the DisplayPort port to DVI, for use with you main monitor and adapting the DVI port on the graphics card to VGA, for use with the other monitor.

It looks, from the Amazon page, that this card comes with a DVI to VGA adapter, which is handy.

So you want something like this (this may require an extra little bit of research so if you could tell me what the exact model of your main monitor is or take a picture of the outputs, that would be great) and also use the adapter that comes in the box with the graphics card for the secondary monitor.

u/Echoskull · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/JagerMaster · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/peachey777 · 1 pointr/Amd

If you read the reviews for that too many people are saying it only works as a single link adapter and/or can only display up to 1920x1080. Monitors like mine require dual link dvi.

I would need the powered adapters, like this one, which is about $150 Canadian:
https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_sims?ie=UTF8

u/alwin006 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Oh didn't know you needed 144Hz, you'll need an active adaptor which are more expensive
Like this one

u/nesnalica · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

~~https://www.amazon.com/VisionTek-DisplayPort-DVI-D-Active-Adapter/dp/B00DYRQXMK/
~~
this is the cheapest adapter I found on amazon that supports dual link dvi d

and it still $30

$30 can be spent on a proper 144hz monitor which also has displayport.

THIS ADPATER DOESNT EVEN SUPPORT 1080p 144hz. i just checked ratings

$5 DP to DVI adapters dont support Dual Link DVI. only Single link or similar.

edit:
looking at the other adapters..

$66
https://www.amazon.com/Accell-DisplayPort-DVI-D-Dual-Link-Adapter/dp/B002ISVI3U/

$110
https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/

u/PantsMcShirt · 1 pointr/techsupport

I can't recommend a product but what you need is something like this:

https://www.amazon.com/Accell-UltraAV-B087B-002B-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1435597922&sr=8-2&keywords=bizlink+active+displayport+adaptor

Yes, they are expensive and they tend to crap out on you, you can't just use passive adaptors unfortunately.

Realistically, you should return the monitor and get a different one with a display port (I really don't see why they sell them without to be honest). Or a graphics card that outputs 144hz DVI.

Sorry I know these are not ideal solutions.

u/I_sleep_on_the_couch · 1 pointr/techsupport

Oh I just realized your using an adapter. Is it a powered DP adapter? They retail for like 70-100 bucks and are required for eyefinity setup w/ 3 monitors for sure, possibly 2.
EDIT Example http://www.amazon.com/Accell-UltraAV-B087B-002B-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U

u/Koreenium · 1 pointr/Amd

It would not make a difference as long as the converter does not support your monitors resolution. Only plausible solution could be an active adapter (converter) as it supports higher resolutions but the real active adapters cost 80-100$. You can buy a new monitor for that amount. And you can tell if it is real active adapter or not, is if it has an USB cable attached to it. The ones that are labled as active adapters but don't have a USB cable are actually passive adapters and you already own 2 of them, clearly they don't work.
Here is what an real active adapter looks alike: https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1467454662&sr=8-3&keywords=DisplayPort+to+DVI-D+Dual-Link+Adapter
NOTE: I can't promise that even this would work.

u/justerab · 1 pointr/buildapc

I've been told elsewhere that https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002ISVI3U/?tag=linus21-20&th=1this is the cheapest option although i have a question what the hells the difference between 3d and 2d monitors ???

u/EerilyDreary · 1 pointr/buildapc

I am in need of a recommendation on a Dual Link DVI-D to DisplayPort adapter capable of running 1080p at 144hz. I'm told that I need an active display port adapter for this to work, but I'm a bit confused about what that means. Here is the adapter that I'm looking at currently, but reviews warn against flickering. This is my build. Thank you very much for your help!

u/SloppyCandy · 1 pointr/buildapc

EDIT: nevermind, I was being stupid, dual-link DVI duh.

Ok, now I see your problem. I think you will have to get a card with 1 DVI dual-link and 1 display port, and convert that display port to a second DUAL dvi link using an active adapter. Found 2 such adapters on amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-002B-UltraAV-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1498628713&sr=8-5&keywords=DisplayPort+to+DVI+Dual+Link
https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1498628713&sr=8-3&keywords=DisplayPort+to+DVI+Dual+Link

Which already puts you over budget. But then you are pretty much pick of the litter with graphics cards. (as a word of caution, the general response here will probably be something along the lines of: Buying a really low power GPU only for a graphics adapter is stupid as these will run you probably close to 70$ for one with Dual link and a display port for converting, when you can 20$ more and get something that is actually really functional. This is your call. Just a heads up.

As of looking, I see nothing really in the "non gaming" range that has a dual-link and a display port. Cheapest I found new was an RX 550 ($80 to $90). Maybe I am messing this up, but now I'm on a quest.

u/2girls1pup · 1 pointr/mac

EDIT: This cable didn't work with my macbook air 2012, but I just tried it with my rMBP and it works fine.

I am currently using a mini display port to dvi adapter, but I am only running it at 1920x1200 on the 24" Ultrasharp.

I think the only way to do it is with an ACTIVE dual dvi adpater:

Left for reference later.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB571Z/A/mini-displayport-to-dual-link-dvi-adapter

http://www.amazon.com/Accell-UltraAV-B087B-002B-DisplayPort-Dual-Link/dp/B002ISVI3U

u/ThePrimeCo · 1 pointr/buildapcsales
u/Darkemaster · 1 pointr/Amd

Sigh.... once again these are passive adapters and an active adapter is needed for 144Hz.

Like this one-
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ISVI3U

u/kampfy3 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I literally JUST went through this hell getting my 1080Ti to work on my Asus VG278HE (don't judge me; I'm waiting for the 4K HDR monitors to come out).

Almost literally every single DisplayPort cable listed on Amazon as 'ACTIVE' is, actually, PASSIVE. How they get away with this, I don't know. But this is the cable I had to buy to get 144hz to work:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ISVI3U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Note the USB plug to power the pixel clock. Any cable that's just a DisplayPort to a DVI-D port and nothing else is a passive adapter, and won't fix your issue.

You won't find one much cheaper than the $100 range. Honestly, if I wasn't waiting for a specific monitor to come out, I would have just driven to MicroCenter, bought a Dell S2417DG for $400 and called it a day.

Proof that I'm driving a DVI-D display at 144hz with a 1080Ti FE: http://imgur.com/IFzI9vZ.png

UserBenchmark scores included for ePenis reasons.

u/i0ki · 1 pointr/Corsair

Yes I'm setting it within Windows. I ordered THIS adapter:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ISVI3U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

If this doesn't work I don't even know what I'll do..

u/FlashingMissingLight · 1 pointr/Amd

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ISVI3U/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 bought. tested on vega 64. works. My 120hz montitor only has dvi-d so no hdmi option for me.

u/Osorex · 1 pointr/buildapcsales

I have one of these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002ISVI3U/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

so my laptop can use my 2560x1440 screen, do you need a specific card to run these monitors? Or will an active adapter also work?

u/Listerdude · 1 pointr/techsupport

If I remember correctly you will need a powered display port adapter. Usually powered from a USB port. More like this type http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002ISVI3U/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

u/watusa · 1 pointr/pchelp
u/majoroutage · 1 pointr/buildapc

Those splitters are for mirroring the same image to two displays. It's not going to let you use them as two separate screens.

What you could do is get a cable like this that will go straight from DVI-I to VGA.

u/LawDawg41 · 1 pointr/techsupport

Update: double checked the monitor on another spare tower and everything is fine on the other one when I run VGA to VGA so something has to be up with the HP desktop.

The P6000 only has one VGA port and DVI port. My monitor only has a VGA port. Do you think a VGA to DVI adaptor might solve the problem? Something like this maybe? http://www.amazon.com/HDE-DVI-DVI-I-male-Cable/dp/B002IWP87S/ref=sr_1_5?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1463415573&sr=1-5&keywords=vga+to+dvi)

u/A_thing_in_timespace · 1 pointr/buildapc

Does this look it would be good? https://www.amazon.com/HDE-DVI-DVI-I-male-Cable/dp/B002IWP87S

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u/carlose707 · 1 pointr/Vive

I was only able to get the vive to work with HDMI. I was using [this cable] (http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82)

u/HieiUK · 1 pointr/wacom

https://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82

Is what you need to plug it into a standard Windows PC with only DisplayPort/HDMI/DVI connections.

u/KickyMcAssington · 1 pointr/Vive

Yeah i've got a EVGA gtx 970 and use https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B002XVYZ82/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 that minidp to dp cable, works fine for me.

u/DefiniteMethAddict · 1 pointr/techsupport

Whilst being officially supported, it is in no way a stable platform at current. However, a regular minidisplayport cable will allow 4k at 60Hz under Windows. Therefore, I would attempt this with the purchase of a mini displayport to regular displayport cable before trying anything else.

As for a thunderbolt - dp1.2 kit, I've never heard of one and a fairly thorough search yields no useful results right now.

Sorry I can't be of much more help.

u/Tim2thaTom · 1 pointr/Surface

Diasy-chaining is where you connect multiple devices through a single source. So the setup runs like this: SP3 -> DisplayPort Mini to DisplayPort -> Monitor 1 -> DisplayPort Out to DisplayPort Mini -> Monitor 2 -> DisplayPort Out to DisplayPort Mini -> Monitor 3. The monitors need to support DisplayPort 1.2 and have a DisplayPort Out connection. For this particular setup I'm using three Dell UltraSharp u2414h monitors and four DisplayPort Mini to DisplayPort cables.

u/vzy · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/sjs31 · 1 pointr/buildapc

I have no experience with it but one of the reviews on this cable Says "perfect for 165 hz monitor at 1440p".

It looks like you just want to make sure it's at least version 1.2 of displayport.

u/JtheNinja · 1 pointr/Monitors

Easiest way to do it would be to look for a monitor with both displayport (for the MB) and HDMI (for the PS4). Macbook air can use any displayport monitor, you'll just need a mini-displayport/thunderbolt <-> full size displayport cable. Like this: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82

I wouldn't bother with the Apple monitor, the lack of HDMI input will be a pain in the neck trying to connect the PS4 to it. It's really only good if you're using it with a Macbook and nothing else.

u/pkhbdb · 1 pointr/france

Salut les aviateurs

Je possède cet écranet ce macbook pro , soit un écran avec connectique DisplayPort et un macbook avec connectique thunderbolt 2. J'aimerais connecter les deux, de quel câble ai-je besoin ? Est-ce qu'un displayport <-> mini displayport de ce type est OK ? J'ai peur de la compatibilité mini-displayport / thunderbolt 2, j'y comprends pas grand-chose.

Merci!

u/DariaStavrovich · 1 pointr/Vive

I have a GTX980, have DVI-I plugged to a screen, HDMI plugged to a screen, DisplayPort plugged to my VIVE using a DP to mini-DP on my VIVE.

The wire I use for my VIVE is a Startech one, 6ft. (Was much cheaper than currently when I bought it tho.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B002XVYZ82

I currently run EVERY screens in dual screen and I have no issue using my VIVE while doing it.

It doesn't draw too much power. I don't see how using HDMI and display port at the same time would cause issue like someone suggested. I have a 1200Watt PSU tho but I don't think the wattage have much of an effect. +5V on HDMI and around 3.3V 500mA on displayport.

There was an issue with some non-compliant cable with the 20th pin sending power back to your GPU. I dunno if mine is compliant but never had any issue since I got it with my VIVE ordered the same day it released.


Just try restarting your VIVE via SteamVR. I think I had the same issue and a small reboot of the VIVE was fine.

u/shinsameh · 1 pointr/wacom

So yea... I bought the 16 Pro. Mostly unaware of its issues.
Took a while, but once I got it to work I couldn't be happier.

Its a weird thing to say since so much people has been shaming this model. And to be honest it has a lot of issues, specially with product shipment.


For all the issues you stated, I had them and I managed to work it out. Just be sure to buy this baby: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002XVYZ82/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
(or any mini DP to DP that some people have been testind and managed to make it work. I used this one and it was fine for me.)

If you use the wacom link + miniDP to DP cable = should work perfectly in 4k.
I am using a GTX 980 and it works in 4k without a problem.
If your 970 supports 4k then it wouldn't be a problem. I would not recommend it for you if you have an AMD card since I had errors trying the 4k in my RX480 card.

The hardware is great, the problem is really just the software. Wacom's drivers still suck and you will need something like Lazy Nezumi's stabilizer to help with the infamous wavy lines.


And, to be honest. Even tho it is full of problems, I would still buy it again. Cuz it is a gorgeous display, and even tho I come from Intuos Pro, I felt a lot of difference from Pro Pen 1 to the newest Pro pen 2 model.

Still... it is your call :)

u/biggamax · 1 pointr/Dell

OK, all becoming clearer now. Very much appreciated.
So, I have the link you gave me, which I now know "leads" to the cable I need. (pun intended)

And then there's this, which is below 10 GBP. (around 10 USD) However, based on your advice, I now believe that this isn't what I need.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82/ref=pd_cart_vw_2_6?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=JXRS4228RRSVJYW6DN1Z

Thanks again.

u/5thvoice · 1 pointr/techsupport

Here's the Amazon link. You'll also need a miniDP to DP cable, like this one (cheapest I could find). I couldn't find a DP version on the manufacturer's website, but according to this overclock.net thread, you should get the full 144hz. Good luck!

u/collatz_conjecture · 1 pointr/battlestations

Sure thing.

The left monitor is a Dell UltraSharp U2713HM 27 inch.

The right monitor is a BenQ GW2765HT LED IPS 27

These two are conected to the iMac via Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort cables.

The iMac (and also Macbook Pros, I think) supports up to two external displays over thunderbolt. I believe it could handle up to two 4k displays on top of its 5k screen.

To get the extra two monitors, I'm using two of these Startech USB to DVI adapters (they use the DisplayLink Mac drivers). If you want to go down this route, make sure you do a little googling around first. They work really well - but make sure you:

  • Get a USB3 adapter, not a USB2 one.
  • Have a supported version of the OS - DisplayLink drivers tend to lag behind the latest OSX updates. AFIAK you can run the latest OS at the moment, but every time Apple updates OSX you need to wait for DisplayLink to release an update before upgrading if you want your monitors to work.
  • Check your CPU can handle it - these bypass the graphics card, which is why it works, and the load is put onto your CPU instead. For reference, my not very powerful Macbook air can run one external USB display fine, but two causes it to start to lag a little.


    I've not had any big issues running the displays on Windows - it tends to handle it all pretty well. Windows always has been great at that. I for a little while had Windows 8 crash on me whenever all two of the external thunderbolt monitors were connected to it because of the AMD drivers being buggy, but that seems to be fine now.

    Hope that helps!
u/fjordmewsky · 1 pointr/buildapc

Hey guys, I need a second opinion on the mini DisplayPort I'm going to buy. I live in Germany and sadly there aren't many choices so if you're going to make a suggestion, you're welcome but it may not be possible to obtain here.

u/scottk517 · 1 pointr/computer_help

StarTech.com 6 ft Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.2 Adapter Cable M/M - DisplayPort 4k with HBR2 support - 6 feet Mini DP to DP Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002XVYZ82/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1SOSAb3W98WGF

u/AxonBitshift · 1 pointr/applehelp

DisplayPort and thunderbolt share the same connector, unless it's using the full-sized display port on the monitor. You shouldn't need an adapter, just a cord with the full size displayport on one end and a Mini DisplayPort on the other. Your hdmi connector may only support 4K at 30, as 60+ is a newer feature of recent hdmi revisions. DisplayPort will though, and the Mac is certainly capable of it!

Edit: this sort of cord might be what you want, if the DisplayPort on the monitor is full-sized: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B002XVYZ82/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UUmwybVEM6VFC

u/LarsinDayz · 1 pointr/GlobalOffensive

nonon, dvi adapters are weird. I have a laptop that I run 144hz on atm. I use a mini displayport to displayport adapter. I'll try and find one for you 1sec.

EDIT: this one should do the trick http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-Mini-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82

u/DLMousey · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Depending on the monitor then in all likelihood; sure, If it's one of those Thunderbolt models you might be able to do it as long as your gaming rig either has a thunderbolt port on the i/o (unlikely) or you can pick up a Thunderbolt expansion card (basically like one of those USB Brackets) for not ridiculous sums on amazon.

IIRC the majority of Apple's displays are just mini display port so you should be able to use just either an adapter or go one better and get a mini to full cable like these).

I feel you on this one bro, gotta hand it to Apple, those displays are simply beautiful. Also Yes, links are amazon uk, #ukmasterrace.

u/jtl999 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I tried a BenQ Xl2720Z at a local NCIX store with this cable on my 2015 MacBook Pro with AMD graphics. Cable is not DP certified although I had no flickering or any connection problems testing the monitor at the store and 144hz was working fine. I just ordered that display last night, am I in trouble?

u/Phaedrus0230 · 1 pointr/Vive

Not really... i believe I'm using one of these

u/POKEGAMERZ9185 · 1 pointr/techsupport
u/Zemunsta · 1 pointr/macbookpro

The 2 cables you will need:

[Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter] (http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MMEL2AM/A/thunderbolt-3-usb-c-to-thunderbolt-2-adapter?fnode=8b&fs=f%3Dadapter%26fh%3D4595%252B45b0)

[Mini DisplayPort to DisplayPort 1.2 Adapter Cable M/M]
(https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-6-Feet-DisplayPort-Adapter-Cable/dp/B002XVYZ82/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1356381772&sr=1-1&keywords=StarTech+6-Feet+Mini+DisplayPort+to+DisplayPort+Adapter+Cable+-+M%2FM+%28MDP2DPMM6%29)

Usually you would only have the 2nd cable, but since you have Thunderport 3 instead of 2, you will need adapters to connect to be able to use that cable. There is no reason for it not to work, maybe the reviewer had other issues which didn't make the conversion work.

u/tox-box · 1 pointr/wacom

Ok, thanks. Will any miniDisplayPort to DisplayPort cable work? Like this one (first result on google).

u/ItsRitz · 1 pointr/buildapc

Im guessing that 2 mini DisplayPort connectors would be the better option? In which case I would want 2 of these?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002XVYZ82?keywords=mini%20displayport%20to%20displayport&qid=1448988830&ref_=sr_1_3&sr=8-3

u/SMQRSKEET · 1 pointr/buildapc

Thanks a lot for your help. The paste thing is concerning me about building, are you saying that my intel i7 will have thermal paste already attached and if not my cpu cooler will?

I am buying an optical drive so that I can buy old pc games and play them. I realise they are now becoming obsolete.

As it is my first build I do not think I will overclock. I have changed the mobo to a z170.

By display port I mean the newer version of the DVI or HDMI that is needed for 1440p above 60fps. I was informed it was the best way to display 1440p. This is it here https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B002XVYZ82/ref=ox_sc_act_title_7?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE will this work do you know?

Thanks very much for your help.

u/theflexmaster · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/chewythecat · 1 pointr/buildapc

Not sure if there is a passive one, but Iknow this one will work. I have it and it works great and allowed me to use 3 monitors with one 5770.

http://www.amazon.com/Accell-UltraAV-B101B-003B-Display-Adapter/dp/B003HC85D2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1318394867&sr=8-2

u/5kPercentSure · 1 pointr/techsupport

What's the brand and model # of your graphics card?

  • If you're trying to plug in two VGA monitors, you'll likely need this adapter for the second one.
u/bat_trees_ink_looted · 1 pointr/techsupport

I was worried about that. In my experience, if the onboard video is being used it won't allow you to use the pci card, that's why dell covers them. But sometimes it works. its a motherboard thing. :(

http://www.amazon.com/Accell-UltraAV-B101B-003B-Display-Adapter/dp/B003HC85D2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1344061458&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+to+vga

Best bet :/ other than purchasing a new video card.

u/brent3175 · 1 pointr/buildapc

You can also use a DP > VGA adapter like this. I'm sure there are less expensive ones out there too.

u/LittleHelperRobot · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Non-mobile: this would make the 295x2 work perfectly with your CRT monitor

^That's ^why ^I'm ^here, ^I ^don't ^judge ^you. ^PM ^/u/xl0 ^if ^I'm ^causing ^any ^trouble. ^WUT?

u/KB1RMA · 1 pointr/hardware

this is not true... I'm using a display port to vga adapter to type this right now on Eyefinity...

Specifically this one

u/Benjigga · 1 pointr/buildapc

Thank you for the response, it does make sense. The only problem is dropping the money for another 5870 isn't practical for me. I was looking around and found this Display Port with VGA Active Adapter. Wouldn't that resolve the problem??

u/bunni · 1 pointr/unixporn

I've had good luck with AMD cards. This setup has a fairly ancient 5770 with a pair of dvi and minidisplay ports. I then have to inline an active adapter as my thrid display doesn't have a displayport.

u/Fuzzy_Taco · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/allelujahhaptism · 1 pointr/nvidia

Long-term you should just buy a 144Hz display port monitor. Otherwise this is about as cheap a good option as you'll get for converters. https://www.amazon.com/Dell-BIZLINK-DisplayPort-Adapter-Powered/dp/B003XYBA72

u/Bjoolzern · 1 pointr/techsupport

Most people here will be wary of recommending something and even the rules state "We are not a review site. Don't ask us to compare or recommend products". Also, the kind of adapter you need is notorious for breaking, sometimes before you even get it, leaving you with a passive adapter stuck at 1920x1200.

I would suggest trying /r/buildapc or /r/pcmasterrace. I found a few on Amazon that does this, but the ones with more than a 3 star rating are 60-120$.

Examples: 60$, 113$. These are just examples. I do not in any way recommend these, I have no idea if they are good or not.

u/Raymich · 1 pointr/Amd

Hi, the below adapter will work as I have suggested it to one of my users that had a GPU with single link DVI-D GPU only (GTX 760) and a QNIX qx2710 korean monitor. She came back to me saying that it's working perfectly fine. Although I doubt you will be able to OC your monitor using it.

The price is incorrect on amazon, when I linked it to her, it used to cost about 30 EUR, now it has jumped up for some reason. Try and shop around for this model maybe.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dell-BizLink-DisplayPort-Adapter-Powered/dp/B003XYBA72/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1477319183&sr=8-5&keywords=dvi+dual+link+adapter

edit: It is important that it comes with extra USB cable! Without USB those are just single link DVI-D converters and they won't be able to display anything (it'll be just full screen colors changing randomly).

u/dinosquirrel · 1 pointr/computers

You need an active display port adapter as the monitor is dvi-d.

Adapter reference

DUAL LINK DVI is NOT "2 DVIs"
Commonly referred to as DVI-D it's just a different cable. You MUST have an active converter though. That link is for reference, now find what you need.

DVI chart

Edit - here's what you want. You will not find a better price brand new, these are expensive, it sucks I know, I have a DP to DVI-DL that I needed so I ponied up for one.

u/FINEplus2PTS · 1 pointr/nvidia

Those dvi-hdmi adapters don't usually have dual link dvi in them, which is what you need for high refresh rate. You just need to make sure you have a dual link adapter.

Apparently this would be what you want. YMMV.

u/ObviouslyTriggered · 1 pointr/Amd

All the passive ones as the same garbage the active adapters cost $100>

https://www.amazon.com/Dell-BIZLINK-DisplayPort-Adapter-Powered/dp/B003XYBA72

And even these are borderline they are designed to support 2560x1600 which is a pixel clock of 268, you 340 or so for 1080p @ 120 even with reduced blanking.

u/Studystand · 1 pointr/thinkpad

I may be purchasing the Dell BIZLINK second hand later this week. Fingers crossed!

u/Vanderdecken · 1 pointr/buildapc

Only if it's an active (powered with circuitry, not just a wire) one like this.

u/Prizeless · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

What brand and model of monitor do you have? I’m surprised you don’t have a DisplayPort connection on your monitor. Even my old Asus VG248 has a DisplayPort and it came out back in like 2011 or something. I don’t think I’ve ever seen a 144 Hz monitor without a DisplayPort connection.

I think that is normal for this new generation. My 2080 Ti only has DisplayPort and HDMI. I think DVI is being replaced by DisplayPort. That being said outside of getting a monitor that supports DisplayPort, I’m not sure if you have many options. I haven’t heard of anyone getting 144 Hz running through a DVI to DisplayPort adapter unless it was a really expensive powered adapter, up to 100 dollars and even then it may or may not work. Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003XYBA72/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

That’s all I have, maybe someone else has a better solution.

u/sigmatac · 1 pointr/buildapc

this is a simple fix.

use you dvi-d to vga adapter that should have came with your GPU and then purchase a hdmi to dvi adapter like this and a hdmi cable like this

u/Jwood013 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

You could just use an adapter

u/thehockeychimp · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/SionOP · 1 pointr/buildapc

Apologies I am getting confused between the two.

So yes initially I had DVI-I which works fine.

what I bought is similar to this http://www.amazon.co.uk/StarTech-DVI-VGA-Cable-Adapter/dp/B004G3WCLM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1458233268&sr=8-1&keywords=dvi+d+to+vga -> will this not work?

u/bleeuurgghh · 1 pointr/buildapc

The only thing you need is a dvi to vga adapter

u/ImBen · 1 pointr/buildapc

Yes i am doing but for now it will have to do, thanks for the help

Edit: Does this one look ok? It has the right mount of pins on both ends.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/DVI-I-Dual-15Pin-Cable-1-45m/dp/B005GMTWGU

or maybe this one: http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B004G3WCLM

u/steveowashere · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

This would do nicely.

u/mokkat · 1 pointr/Monitors

You shouldn't have cheaped out on outdated monitors.

There are plenty of DVI-D adapters, but if they're not active they can only provide single link DVI bandwidth, which is about 1200p 60hz (1080p 72hz). So unless you want to shell out for two usb-powered active DP->DVI-D converters at ~100$ each, you better return those monitors and get some with Displayport. edit: like this https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MDP2DVID-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Powered/dp/B004I6L6DW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487893456&sr=8-2&keywords=active+displayport+dvi+usb

Also, the missing Displayport is the least of the GN246HL's problems. The bad colors, overshooty overdrive, and worst of all PWM dimming, are the reasons this monitor gets slammed as the worst 144hz monitor you can buy in just about every other thread on this board.

Get three of Viewsonic's XG2401, at 260$ they are cheap considering they are the best you can get (144hz 1080p without G-Sync). If you absolutely have to cheap out (even though you already spent 600$ for the graphics card and 540$ for the monitors), the G2460PF is 200$ on Amazon

u/BlueLemming97 · 1 pointr/apple

Can't speak much for USB-C devices, but I had the same issue with my 2015 MBP and a 4K monitor. Had to get an active dual link DVI adapter that had an additional USB alongside a mini displayport.

Something like this https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004I6L6DW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1yLczbEW1KK5H .

So maybe there's a USB-C variant?

u/A_Neaunimes · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

This monitor doesn't have a DP input, and will only work at 144Hz with the DVI input.
I'm not expert on monitors by any means, but the fact that this 144Hz monitor doesn't have a DP input tells me that it's quite old and that there are surely much better and newer models (hopefully at this point someone else could chime in and suggest some models, because I can't).

If you went through with this monitor, which - in case it wasn't yet clear - I don't recommend, you'd need to use a mini-DP to DVI dual link, active adapter, and those are expensive as hell, to the point where you can easily afford a better monitor that won't require the adapter for cheaper.

Regarding my initial point, if you get a monitor with a DP input, you'll need either the adapter or the mini-DP to DP cable.
The adapter turns the female output of your laptop from mini-size to full size, so you can then use a regular DP cable that you could use on other DP peripherals.
The mini-DP to DP cable has that adapter "built-in", so it will only work with mini-DP outputs.

u/PUNKSLC · 1 pointr/Surface

I had to get an active mDP-DVI-D converter to get my 1440p monitor to work. Unfortunately, it looks like you have to have the extra USB piece to get resolutions higher than 1900x1200.

I ended up getting something like this: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MDP2DVID-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Powered/dp/B004I6L6DW/ref=sr_1_2

u/Kasspa · 1 pointr/GlobalOffensive

You only need one of the three listed. Your hdmi port probably won't work because I have a feeling it isn't hdmi 1.3 unless it's a newer ROG model. The display port is what you would need to use, and like Sweetlobsterbabies said below you will need an adapter called a "mini display to dvi-dual link Active adapter" and the exact one you need unfortunately can't be had for cheap. The only one I found that I'm 100% positive will work for you is around 100$, you could try to find a cheap version but odds are it wont work when dual link bandwidth is required (1680x1050@120Hz, 1920x1080@120Hz, 2560x1440@60Hz) and will only work for single link stuff (1680x1050@60Hz, 1920x1080@60Hz) http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MDP2DVID-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Powered/dp/B004I6L6DW

u/PcSwagMaster · 1 pointr/buildapc

Actually after looking at the gpus none of the 670s or 7970s had 2 dual link dvi connectors. So you wont be able to run 2 of those monitors one 1 gpu. You would either need to crossfire or sli to get 2 dual link dvi ports. This being said you could only get 1 1440p monitor. If you just get 1 1440p monitor then you could upgrade to the 7970 and get a cheaper 1080p monitor to use as your second.

Edit: you can run two of those monitors off of one gpu but you would need something like this http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MDP2DVID-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Powered/dp/B004I6L6DW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1347835317&sr=8-3&keywords=Mini-DisplayPort+to+DL-DVI

It has to be an active mini display port to dual link dvi or it wont work. The sapphire 7970 has a mini display port so the adapter should work for this card. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102982

u/blzysh · 1 pointr/Surface

It could be something with my display adaptor. I've needed this in the past because of the monitor itself to get the high resolution.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004I6L6DW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I agree, I love the thing for work!

u/dasper12 · 1 pointr/Amd

If all you want to do is salvage the monitor, you can try this
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004SUO1GM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use this one at work for a 1080 monitor at 60hz. You can possibly get a
HDMI to DVI-D for cheap and then hopefully free you up to use a DP monitor in the future.

u/chubbysumo · 1 pointr/techsupport

that is not an active adapter, that is a passive one, which is passing analog signals thru, which is why its not working. this is an active converter. Unless it says its an active converter in the name, its a passive converter.

u/0x007C3 · 1 pointr/techsupport

I believe you need an Active DisplayPort adapter. They're required if you want to use a combo of any 3+ dvi/HDMI combos.

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DP2DVIS-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter/dp/B004SUO1GM

u/DragonX909 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

is this what you meant?
also oops it’s a different one but it’s still only 30

u/PriceKnight · 1 pointr/bapcsalescanada

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u/wachiga · 1 pointr/buildapc

Wow, I would have never figured this out on my own. Thank you.

Would you recommend something like this: https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-1920x1200-Converter/dp/B004SUO1GM

Or this: https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-DisplayPort-Eyefinity-Technology/dp/B00EDT01TO

u/RLKxZap · 1 pointr/pcgaming

I just got an active Display port to DVI adapter for my monitor because My graphics card only has Display Port and HDMI and my Monitor has VGA HDMI and DVI. My old PC had a graphics card that had DVI so I could get 144hz on my monitor no problem but HDMI doesn't allow it. I plug the Display port to DVI into my computer and monitor and try upping the refresh rate, I'm able to do it but something pops up on my monitor saying "incorrect cable please use the dvi dual-link that came with your monitor" I have the Acer GN246HL monitor and GTX 1660Ti graphics card

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https://www.amazon.ca/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-1920x1200/dp/B004SUO1GM?th=1

u/eric_martin3 · 1 pointr/techsupport

This is the adapter i have so i guess it would be a possibility that its just cheap and faulty. i know i need an active display port adapter. do you have a trustworthy brand to buy? i do not see the plus' you're talking about on the cable. there is the D looking sign that is in the picture you linked but no plus' to be found. thank you for the help so far

u/ihaveascreenname · 1 pointr/hackintosh

I guess you could call this a success story, not with that GPU though. I got 4 monitors running from a GTX660 and a GT640 last year, and have been running it ever since without issues. I helped another redditor get a similar setup running 6-8 months ago, and just the other day he sent me a followup message saying that he upgraded to Maverick, and now has all 4 of his monitors running from a single GTX670 with no special settings (before Maverick he had been running the GTX670 with a GT610, I believe, but now he doesn't need the 610). I think I'm going to try upgrading to Maverick this weekend if I have some spare time, to see if I can get all 4 running from the GTX660.

EDIT: Update for anyone who cares. I upgraded to 10.9.2 tonight, and I now have all four of my monitors running from my GTX660. Two via DVI, one via HDMI-to-DVI adapter, one via Displayport-to-DVI adapter (side note: not sure if it matters or not, but it's an active Displayport adapter.)

u/GamingSandwich · 1 pointr/buildapc

All my stuff is here and plugged up, this kinda cheapo adapter is working fine currently. No real DRM issues seems like, no random turning off or green or anything when streaming. Thanks for your help again! Just thought I'd leave a note for anyone who may be having the same issue and find this.

u/petersmith44 · 1 pointr/techsupport

The exact one I sprung for (purely based off the reviews that many people achieved 144hz through using this)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004SUO1GM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/thepyro · 1 pointr/ffxiv

Yah, if you use display ports you need an active converter if you are going to dvi. I purchased this one and it has been working with no problems, they seem to average about $30. I would assume mini-display port is the same.

u/blade_point2005 · 1 pointr/pcgaming

I just finished my first build. I have a Visiontek Radeon 5750. Dual dvi ports, video port, and hdmi port. I got it here http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=5566524&CatId=3669
The thing is you need an ACTIVE adapter for the video card slot, I got that here http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004SUO1GM/ref=oh_o00_s00_i00_details
Now I'm running 3 LG 23" (Scored them on sale, they were last years model) with the same i5 processor as you. So far I have been running Skyrim, Crysis, and Half life 2 (Not the most demanding games) all on Max. Hope this helps!
http://i.imgur.com/1zmjZ.jpg
(Sorry for the crappy cell phone picture)

u/slipperyekans · 1 pointr/Overwatch

There's your problem right there. You need a DVI-D Dual-link cable for 144hz to work. Luckily they are super cheap:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DVI-D-Ferrites/dp/B007NJ0S1W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1464914893&sr=8-1&keywords=dvi+d+dual+link

More info on other possible cords you can use can be found here (TL;DR you need a Dual-Link DVI-D, a DisplayPort, or a HDMI 1.3 or higher cable):

http://www.144hzmonitors.com/knowledge-base/144hz-1080p-which-cable-do-i-need/

Hope this helps.

u/JohnnyKillerBee · 1 pointr/techsupport

This is the only cable type that you can use.

u/RavenK9 · 1 pointr/nvidia

This monitor has a DVI-D connector on the back just like your graphics card. Just by a DVI-D Dual Link Cable and you'll be good to go.

u/hotwingsofredemption · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/skoolz86 · 1 pointr/GlobalOffensive

Send a request for replacement to BenQ, or order a new D-Link cable for ~$10:

http://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Plated-DVI-D-Ferrites/dp/B007NJ0S1W

u/Dazed1 · 1 pointr/techsupport

Whether you have a GTX 780 or GTX 750 Ti, either way that card is going to struggle to run some modern games (Overwatch for example) at a solid 144fps, even on low settings. You want at least a constant 144 frames per second if you're running a 144hz monitor.

Luckily, your monitor also supports lower refresh rates (such as 120hz, etc). I would see what kind of frames you get and probably end up lowering the refresh rate to match what kind of frames you're getting. When you get a better graphics card or computer, you can turn the refresh rate up.

As far as hooking it up, the only port you want to use on your current graphics card is the DVI (white one). Your monitor will do 144hz with a proper DVI-DL (DVI Dual Link) cable. That's likely the only way you'll get 144hz out of it.

Buy something like this cable - https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-Ferrites-Dual-Link/dp/B007NJ0S1W/

You might have DVI cable already around the house, but it probably won't be Dual-Link. Also, worry more about matching the amount of frames you get in games with the refresh rate, rather than just worrying about having to get 144hz.

Anyway, the bigger issue is you bought a fairly nice monitor, but your graphics card (and maybe PC, I'm not sure what CPU you have) will barely support it.

Also, don't screw around with buying an adapter. If you're going to stick with what you have, run the Dual Link DVI.

u/cadavra41 · 1 pointr/techsupport

As the others have said Display Port is best but if you need to use one of the DVI ports it does not matter which you use. The only thing that matters when using DVI at 144Hz is that the cable is dual link, something like this. Dual link DVI has more pins and a thicker cord than single link DVI cables.

u/tl2horse · 1 pointr/battlestations

Have you tried using a different cable or changing the dvi port? I had issues at first but I bought: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007NJ0S1W?pc_redir=1397146182&robot_redir=1 And now I can run 120 without lines.. although. I usually stick with 96hz anyways to keep the pixel clock down, usually just go 120 when I game.

u/OMGitsDSypl · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Bought this, coming tomorrow c:

u/XMasterMoronX · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I have a Qnix as well. Im able to hit 120hz 90% of the time, however I do see a little blue line artifact from time to time. Totally worth it though for the 120 hz. Every monitor is different though, your results may vary. I hope to Gaben you didnt buy the multi input version.

Also, the stock DVI cable may not be able to to output 120hz because it is of crap quality.

Here is the cable that I have and that others would recommend to allow you to get the most out of your monitor

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B007NJ0S1W?cache=bb7e3aab995162e1c4a4516027226c6b&pi=SY200_QL40&qid=1409070454&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

u/JeffroGymnast · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/fflier99 · 1 pointr/Monitors

I thought that was the issue--so I switched to dual link DVI which is supposed to be able to support 1440, from single link. It came in the mail today and I thought for sure it would fix this issue but there was no difference.
The monitor does not have an HDMI port. I just ordered this for more bandwith so hopefully....

u/Fimconte · 1 pointr/Monitors

Something like this.

Lots of complaints about active adapters as well, not working properly always etc.

Either way, you'll need more than one card if you're going to game on both. Which is a workaround for the lack of extra DVI-D ports on a single card.

u/maxtripleu · 1 pointr/buildapc

I have a MSI GS65 Stealth Thin with MiniDP and Thunderbolt 3. My monitor (BENQ XL2411z) only supports 144hz on DVI-D Dual Link. I'm looking for an adapter or combination of adapters that will connect from MiniDP to DVI-D Dual Link and allow for 120hz or 144hz.

Here are two possibilities I was looking at that could get 120hz, but I'm not sure about them.

https://www.amazon.com/Accell-B087B-007B-DisplayPort-Dual-Link-Adapter/dp/B00856WJH8/

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DYRQXMK/

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How can I connect MiniDP to DVI-D Dual Link and get 120 or 144hz?

u/y3dawg · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace
u/TemperingPick · 1 pointr/techsupport

Because the resolution is higher than 1920x1080 you will need the active DVI-D to displayport. However, it also needs to be dual link as well so you'll need something like this adapter. The 3007WFP doesn't have a scaler so it defaults to 1280x800.

u/EnorGreathorn · 1 pointr/buildapc

A quick google search gave me this result

u/steinfg · 1 pointr/buildapc

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Dual-Link/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8 that's what you need to get 144hz, but it's $130, wouldn't reccomend it. Also, yeah, this monitor can only do 144hz through dvi-d

u/t3hscrubz · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

You will need active dual link to support high refresh rate. The price is one of the reasons why I upgraded my screen.

StarTech.com DisplayPort to DVI Adapter - Dual-Link - Active DVI-D Adapter for Your Monitor / Display - USB Powered - 2560x1600 (DP2DVID2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_4BYtDbZV80VDP

u/esLeg · 1 pointr/Amd

You need one like this to get 144hz running again on 1080p or get the true 4k@60hz type of speed. The cost without discount is the same as a new monitor tho so it's really up to you, your setup ,and whether it'd be better or not.. (the one you gave will do 60hz at 1080p and display but not the higher refreshrates)

https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Dual-Link/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=startech+displayport+to+dvi&qid=1565820419&s=electronics&sr=1-4

u/Wait_So_Long · 1 pointr/hardwareswap

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

This one is known to work. There is also a monoprice one that is passive and works. I actually bought the monoprice one for my Qnix before I sold it, and it worked on my Fury X with the adapter.

u/KAIZERKER · 1 pointr/gaming

So I had this issue when I upgraded my build from a 1060 to a 2080. You are going to need an ACTIVE converter such as this one https://www.amazon.ca/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Adapter-Converter-DP2DVID2/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1513520995&sr=8-5&keywords=displayport+to+dual+link+dvi

You won't get 144hz without an active converter. You can find one for cheaper but you get what you pay for with these. Also these are not a guaranteed fix, it may be in your best interest to get a new monitor that has displayport. It really sucks.

u/nasenbaer97 · 1 pointr/nvidia

Probably wont work. Used a DP to DVI-Dual Link for a 144hz monitor and it did just 60hz. If you buy a Graphics Card without a DVI-Port you'll need a powered DP to DVI-Dual Link adapter (Costs around 100 bucks: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1499416173&sr=8-2&keywords=dp+to+dvi+powered)
A DP to DVI adapter thats not powered doesnt have the power to send 144hz.

u/SumoSizeIt · 1 pointr/Monitors

Whoa this is almost exactly me a few weeks ago.

No, you need an active adapter to achieve greater than 60hz. Get the startech active DL-DVI to DP adapter off amazon. It’s about $107, but it’s the only option short of a new monitor.

u/syriquez · 1 pointr/buildapc

Ran into this myself with my BenQ XL2411z. It has D-SUB (basically VGA), DVI-D, and HDMI. The HDMI input on the XL2411z isn't HDMI 2.0 which means it cannot run \>60hz on anything except the DVI-D input.
EVGA's dumbass 2080ti card comes with a DVI-D-\>HDMI converter indicating that they recognized the problem but provided a non-answer to it.

The unfortunate reality is that the only option is a DVI-D-\>DisplayPort converter but you specifically need a dual link version. Which is a difference of about 100USD over most converters you will be able to find that are just single link.

Basically, if it costs less than $100, you're getting the wrong thing, a scam, or the seller screwed up.

u/ammoniac · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

It's 1440p 120hz so it costs a bit more for an active adapter that supports that resolution and Hz to get it to work and hopefully stay overclocked to 120hz. I'm just hoping for one more generation of compatibility because by then there should be 4k 90Hz or above and then I'll upgrade.

u/ES_MattP · 1 pointr/ZOTAC

What is the resolution of the monitor?

If it's greater than 1920 x 1200 (i.e. 2560 x 1440/1600), you likely need an active DP to dual-link DVI adapter, such as this one:

Startech DisplayPort to DVI Dual Link Active Adapter Converter

The active adapter will need to be plugged into a USB port to power it.

Otherwise, you will be fine with just a passive video cable such as this (much cheaper):

AmazonBasics DisplayPort to DVI Cable - 6 Feet

u/Krondir · 1 pointr/Amd

More like this it think.
I think you need a adapter that needs a power source like from USB.

u/Sephr · 1 pointr/nvidia

You'll need something like https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY to convert your GPU's DisplayPort to Dual Link DVI.

u/ZarianPrime · 1 pointr/pcgaming

Dude did you look at the reviews for that adapter you posted? There are folks talking about how it doesn't work great at 144hz.

I get you were trying got show an example but might want to update your post in case folks don't bother reading the reviews.

[Edit] This might be a better adapter, seems to have better reviews. Cost a bit more though. So folks might want to look at just upgrading their display if they have the money.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=psdc_3236443011_t1_B00DYRQXMK

u/Hedgehog2986 · 1 pointr/techsupport

I don’t know if that monitor supports hdmi 2.0 but if it doesn’t here’s an adapter from DisplayPort to dvi that will support 144hz

https://www.amazon.co.uk/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=asc_df_B00A493CNY/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=167151358503&hvpos=1o7&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11864583369199119158&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=2840&hvtargid=pla-314819641165&psc=1

EDIT: looks like the monitor supports 144hz over DisplayPort

EDIT2: read that you don’t have DisplayPort available on the monitor. The adapter should work, but is a little expensive

u/HlCKELPICKLE · 1 pointr/nvidia

Something like this

https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=displayport+to+dvi+dual+link+adapter&qid=1557171702&s=electronics&sr=1-3

You'll have to do research and make sure they can do 144hz, there is a cheaper dell one that appears not to, without issues anyway.

The one I think seems to be fine, but its worth double checking I just searched the reviews/answers for 144 and one person said it worked, I make to guarantees and don't have time to check thoroughly.

You need a displayport to dual link dvi active adapter, but just because they are one doesn't mean they will always have 144hz compatibility.

u/_Kinchouka_ · 1 pointr/nvidia

Don't look further, DP to DVI adapter can't go above 60 Hz. You monitor use DVI dual link but adapter will give you only single link. If you have only DVI input on your monitor, you will have to buy a DP to DVI dual link active adapter.
https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538695926&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=dp+to+dvi+dual+link&dpPl=1&dpID=41O6yGyaQpL&ref=plSrch

u/ElectronicsWizardry · 1 pointr/buildapc

What resolution and frame rate is the monitor? 2k is offically 2048x1080 and basically the same as 1080p, and single link dvi can easily drive it. If its more than that you need a displayport to dual link dvi adapter.

single link adapter
https://www.amazon.com/Cable-Matters-DisplayPort-DVI-Feet/dp/B004C9M7UG

dual link adapter
https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/arkhira · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Never said it would be cheap. You need dual link DVI in order to get 144 Hz. This adapter will work: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Passive/dp/B00A493CNY?th=1. I have used it in the past.

u/DeeGeeFi · 1 pointr/techsupport

You'll need a Displayport -> DVI-D Dual Link adapter. You probably got a simple adapter that only does single link, and that doesn't have the bandwidth to do 144hz. The bad side is that those are expensive, as they are active adapters.

https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY

u/Zithero · 1 pointr/techsupport

You have two options, neither is cheap:

A) Buy this Dual Link, Powered, DVI/Display Port Adapter: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-1920x1200/dp/B00A493CNY?th=1

B) Buy a new monitor. I'd suggest something with Free Sync as this works with nVidia and AMD. https://www.newegg.com/p/N82E16824025942?Item=N82E16824025942

u/NCX · 1 pointr/Monitors

Only an active DP-DVI-D adapter will work (>100$), but they are not worth buying since the GN2x6HL series monitors suck (I explain why here), and because setting the display which will not be gamed on to 144hz is pointless unless you plan on buying 3 for gaming.

The GN series are 3+ years old and do not have HDMI 2.0 nor support more than 60hz over HDMI.

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u/deadgroundedllama · 1 pointr/buildapc

I thought you had a direct connection, guess not. Adapters are tricky, you need use active adapters to get the most out of them. Problem is they're hella expensive and even then, they can't deliver to the full extent of the signal source. DisplayPort 1.2 can handle 1440p 165Hz and 4K 75Hz but as you can see, the adapter can not.

HDMI 1.4 monitors rarely support 1080p 144Hz. The cable itself should be able to handle it, but without monitor support, you're outta luck. 1440p 60Hz though has much lower data rate requirements than 1080p 144Hz.

As for why your HDMI to DVI adapter isn't working, it's possible that it's only a DVI single link adapter (got a picture?) which has a max resolution of 1920x1200. You need a DVI dual link adapter for up to 2560x1600.

u/theseanho · 1 pointr/buildapc

You need an active displayport to dual-link dvi adapter to get 144 hz on your third monitor. An active adapter has a USB connection for additional power. I assume you are using a passive adapter (without USB connection) and that will not cut it. Active adapters are also pretty expensive (~$100).

Example: http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/

u/Adaevan · 1 pointr/buildapc

It depends what revision of HDMI that the monitor is using. According to the AW2310 manual, 3D is only available over DVI. Since 3D is just 120Hz (60Hz for each eye), my guess is that you need DVI-D dual layer for 2D 120Hz as well, but I could be wrong as there's no mention of it in the manual.

My newer Dell monitor does not support more than 1080p 60Hz over HDMI, but supports higher resolutions over DVI.

With audio, you just need to connect a 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable (normal audio cable) from your PCs audio out to the monitor line in.

If you want to use the USB hub, you need to connect a USB type A to type B cable too. Not sure if the hub is USB 2.0 or 3.0, but the cable will be different. Looks like 2.0 from the low-res picture in the manual though.

Edit:
This post confirms that you need DVI-D dual layer, and that HDMI will not support 120Hz. Also, if you do not have a DVI port on your graphics card you cannot use a simple passive adapter, as those are usually limited to 60Hz. You would need an active adapter that outputs DVI-D Dual layer, like this one.

u/dougde · 1 pointr/techsupport

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=twister_B00THEGKTA?_encoding=UTF8&th=1

would this adapter work? essentially the one I had but the Dual style

u/gregz83 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Based on what I have read its hit or miss. If you want to guarantee a high refresh, you need upgrade your monitor, otherwise switch back to HDMI and be happy with it.

Given the cost of true ACTIVE adapters (https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Dual-Link/dp/B00A493CNY/) a new monitor would be a much better investment of your money.

u/Hikaritoyamino · 1 pointr/hardwareswap
u/coololly · 1 pointr/buildapc

We're talking like $120 for an active DP to DVI adapter which supports 144hz.

https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-Dual-Active-Adapter-Converter/dp/B00A493CNY/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=DP2DVID2&qid=1554150153&s=gateway&sr=8-1

You'd honestly be better off just buying a new monitor

u/farfigneugan · 1 pointr/techsupport

no passive adapter will work for what you want. Passive meaning it only makes it so that one connection type fits one end, and another type on the other end.

You'd need an active adapter, and it would be very expensive. And even the best ones will have some signal degradation.

I'm sorry man.


edit: here's one


edit2: here's the same one but cheaper

u/saiyate · 1 pointr/computers

FINAL ANSWER:

As long as the Displayport to DVI-D Adapter is in fact a Dual Link DVI and the cable as well (easy to tell cus it has all the pins, with no empty row in the center) it will work fine at 144hz.

Active Displayport to DVI-D HERE

Dual Link DVI-D Cable HERE

u/Gargarlord · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Or, if I'm not mistaken, OP can use this instead. It should work, but is much less expensive. Here are Amazon and Newegg links and paging OP, /u/AwaisAlii.

u/gzunk · 1 pointr/buildapc

https://www.amazon.com/VisionTek-DisplayPort-DVI-D-Active-Adapter/dp/B00DYRQXMK

You say Europe, but include a US Amazon link. You can get the VisionTek one from Amazon in Europe too.

u/Kodaye_ · 1 pointr/buildapc

Will this allow me to run 144hz 1080p on my ACER GN246HL? It doesn't have display port, onyl dvi and I just bought a rtx 2060

https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00DYRQXMK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xORgDb7FYF2CM

u/Glennwing · 1 pointr/Monitors

You need a DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI active adapter. Use this:

https://www.amazon.com/VisionTek-DisplayPort-DVI-D-Active-Adapter/dp/B00DYRQXMK/

u/clupean · 1 pointr/buildapc

If I were you I'd try with a $30 active adapter like this one. It should work with any recent video card like a 9 or 10 nvidia series.
If for some reason it doesn't, then you'll have to get a $100 adapter that comes with a USB plug for extra power.

u/xXxNoScopeMLGxXx · 1 pointr/Amd

If you call $30 super expensive then I guess so

Edit: If your monitor supports 340MHz over single link DVI (instead of the usual 165MHz) then you can go even cheaper. But that depends on your monitor.

u/lioncat55 · 1 pointr/nvidia
u/StealthSecrecy · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Actually it seems like lost people's solution is to go to display port anyways so you can probably just go with that. Seems that you would probably need the expensive adapters to get the full refresh rate although the one you linked seems to work for some. Here the reviews that mention refresh rate. The first guy has a very thorough review although I didn't read it fully through.

u/TheSilverRoman · 1 pointr/techsupport

I went with This one, mainly because it wasn't $70+ but still seems to have all the things I need, with support up to 2560x1440.

u/TheRufmeisterGeneral · 1 pointr/AskTechnology

Yes, that's an active converter, that will work.

I was thinking of these: https://www.amazon.com/UGREEN-Converter-Computer-Graphics-Projector/dp/B00VLN3D8Q

u/Irregular_Person · 1 pointr/techsupportmacgyver

Replying to you directly in case you've abandoned the thread

Depending the performance you're looking for, what about something like this:

u/Jebac2342 · 1 pointr/techsupport

I dont know if this is a dumb question, but isnt it VGA to DVI? I thought the monitor was the output? Would this be ok?!

u/XCVGVCX · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Actually, many are powered directly off the port. Most, but not all, HDMI and DVI ports provide enough power to drive a converter. My HDMI->VGA converter is like this, although it also includes a microUSB power input.

OP, something like this will work. Something like this will not.

u/AndyDrew23 · 1 pointr/computertechs

I don't see why you would have an issue going from dvi to VGA. You can use one of these, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VLN3D8Q/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_wNd4yb5HW6SZH , and a VGA cable

u/Sayakai · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Well, sadly looks like that's the analog only variant. There's also a separate 20M35D that'd understand a digital signal.

What you could do is grab a used GTX 960 instead somewhere, or hope their prices finally drop. The 9xx series still has DVI-I instead of DVI-D. That means we can use this adapter as an alternative. The difference is the four pins around the broad pin, they carry an analog signal.

u/ADfbstrange · 1 pointr/pcgaming

Your cable MUST to be plugged into the GPU itself and not the motherboard. Right now you're using integrated graphics and not your new GPU which explains the bad fps. As a quick solution you should buy a VGA to DVI adapter like this one https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00VLN3D8Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474551321&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=vga+to+dvi&dpPl=1&dpID=5126m1t1jSL&ref=plSrch

Or get a new monitor with DVI/HDMI I input.

u/AmazingShurtle · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I have tried with both Freesync on and off, to no success. I have this cable

u/STRMfrmXMN · 1 pointr/techsupport
u/spdyrel · 1 pointr/buildapcsales

I got this one and it works great. Says supports up to 2k (1440p) not 4k if you're looking to upgrade. Just check out reviews and you can always return

Edit: Meant this dp to dp

u/Alvin2OP · 1 pointr/buildapc

Can a DisplayPort cable ruin a monitor port? Like early this month, I bought this cable and now there’s no signal. I tried using a HDMI cable and the monitor works fine. (Without 144hz of course) I’m fine with buying another cable, but just wondering if any damage was caused.

u/JarodDempsey · 1 pointr/buildapcforme

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price
:----|:----|:----
CPU | AMD - Ryzen 5 2400G 3.6 GHz Quad-Core Processor | $218.00 @ Shopping Express
Motherboard | MSI - B450M PRO-VDH PLUS Micro ATX AM4 Motherboard | $114.00 @ Austin Computers
Memory | Crucial - Ballistix Tactical 8 GB (2 x 4 GB) DDR4-3000 Memory | $85.80 @ Newegg Australia
Storage | Crucial - P1 500 GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive | $109.52 @ Amazon Australia
Video Card | Gigabyte - Radeon RX 570 4 GB Gaming 4G Video Card | $199.00 @ JW Computers
Case | Thermaltake - Versa H18 MicroATX Mini Tower Case | $49.00 @ Austin Computers
Power Supply | Corsair - CX 430 W 80+ Bronze Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply | $59.00 @ PCCaseGear
Operating System | Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $142.00 @ Device Deal
Wireless Network Adapter | TP-Link - TL-WN725N USB 2.0 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi Adapter | $10.00 @ Device Deal
Case Fan | Logisys - CF120RD 69.15 CFM 120mm Fan | $9.44 @ Amazon Australia
Monitor | AOC - 24V2Q 23.8" 1920x1080 75 Hz Monitor | $169.00 @ BudgetPC
Keyboard | Logitech - MK120 Wired Slim Keyboard w/Optical Mouse | $24.00 @ Shopping Express
Speakers | Logitech - S120 2.3 W 2ch Speakers | $16.50 @ Newegg Australia
Other| Display Port Cable 6ft (Amazon.au)| $9.99
Other| Ethernet Cable 3m (Amazon.au)| $9.99
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total | $1225.24
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2019-04-11 16:19 AEST+1000 |

u/Vectrex33 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I run a 1808p 144hz display, and I've been thinking of buying a DisplayPort cable to replace my current DVI-D cable (monitor upgrades are something I wanna do in the near future) and as I was searching for cables on amazon, I found this one that says that I isn't compatible with 144hz displays... what?

Is this correct or not?

u/xfss57x · 1 pointr/buildapc

i tried 2 different cables which were the following:
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00YOP0T7G/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B0767F5DNR/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

All 3 display port slots on my gpu produce the same effect.
Unfortunately i have no other displayport capable devices to test the monitor, and no other display port displays to test the gpu.
Both monitor and gpu are brand new.
Guess i may have to try and get my hands on another display to test.
Thanks for your help!

u/nailindapail · 1 pointr/buildapc

Do your monitors only have DVI? If it does you can buy a hdmi to dvi or displayport to dvi cable. If your monitors have hdmi or displayport you can just get either one of those cables as any cables and cable combination(both cables are displayport, one is displayport other is dvi, one is hdmi to dvi and the other is dvi etc.) will work with multiple monitors.

u/EvilKinivel · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

Hey simple question

I have an r9 290x and connected asus vs278q
With an dvi to dp cable (this AmazonBasics Verbindungskabel, DisplayPort auf DVI, Full-HD, 1,8 m https://www.amazon.de/dp/B014RWWURC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7QJyybX3R0D04)

Why does it not work ? I cannot get a picture on dp.

PS sorry for formatting I'm on mobile

u/Hawkdup45 · 1 pointr/buildapc

Here you go, a VGA to DVI-D adapter. CableDeconn Active DVI-D Link 24+1 male to VGA FeMale M/F Video Cable Adapter Converter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DW2BJWU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_VjznzbDM78CTW

u/AntonioVirgalaVE · 1 pointr/buildapc
u/DNick89 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

At least for MY 1080, the EVGA FTW, that is the WRONG adapter. You want a DVI-D adapter, that's a DVI-I. This is what I'm using.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DW2BJWU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/Static_spire · 1 pointr/buildapc

I got this cable Rankie DisplayPort (DP) to DVI Cable, 1080P Full HD, 1.8 m, Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01KANYY8U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0EhBDbJ816WS0

u/boonstyle_ · 1 pointr/computers

you can use a displayport to hdmi cable or a displayport to dvi cable. for example
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TechRise-2-Meters-DisplayPort-Converter-Supportted/dp/B01IHFGTOK/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1500008115&sr=8-5&keywords=displayport+to+hdmi for hdmi or https://www.amazon.co.uk/Rankie-Plated-DisplayPort-Cable-Black/dp/B01KANYY8U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500008149&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=displayport+to+dvi&psc=1 those might work but there is no guarantee to it. you can also try to install the drivers for your screen instead of the windows standard driver for screens

u/_vogonpoetry_ · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

For DVI-D you need an active adapter (same as HDMI>VGA) like this https://www.amazon.com/Active-DVI-D-Adapter-Benfei-Female/dp/B07D3XZ9SD/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_23_t_1?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=4Z13S2DPT8S8JZ716JEM

Or you can use your integrated graphics for the VGA monitor...

u/MrKazador · 1 pointr/techsupport

If your gpu doesn't have the extra pins for DVI-A then you need a converter box. Something like this https://www.amazon.com/Active-DVI-D-Adapter-Benfei-Female/dp/B07D3XZ9SD

u/jxcvrino · 1 pointr/techsupport

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B07D3XZ9SD?ref=ppx_pt2_dt_b_prod_image

I bought that, it's coming Wednesday. I'll let you know if it works or not.

u/lazyboii120 · 1 pointr/pcmasterrace

I just bought a dvi-D to vga adapter for my old monitor to connect to my pc, but the monitor says no signal and i believe my pc is not recognizing the adapter. Does anyone know what is the problem and how to fix it?

here is the adapter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D3XZ9SD/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

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my motherboard is a Gigabyte - GA-AB350-GAMING 3 ATX AM4

u/RegularWhiteShark · 0 pointsr/pcgaming

DP to DP Cable, Rankie 1.8m Gold Plated DisplayPort to DisplayPort Cable 4K Resolution Ready (Black) - R1104 https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00YOP0T7G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_zi8AzbF08XV23

Go to features and details.

u/rallymax · 0 pointsr/buildapc

I bought this brand a year ago, except mini-DP to DP cable. Worked well. Sorry you had bad experience with LinkUP cable. There's just too much choice on Amazon.

u/Narissis · 0 pointsr/bapcsalescanada

Easily solved with $12!

Or $15 for the AmazonBasics one.

Edit: Nevermind; didn't even notice the max supported resolution for these is lower than 1440p. RIP.

u/the_goodest_good_boy · 0 pointsr/techsupport

Quick display port to DVI Google search rendered this.

AmazonBasics DisplayPort to DVI Cable - 6 Feet https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B014RWWURC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EOIxCb9C91VS0

u/KuroZwei · 0 pointsr/buildapc

You'll need a DVI to VGA adapter.

Something like this: https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-DVI-Cable-Adapter-DVIVGAMF/dp/B000067SOH

u/ThyBreadKing · 0 pointsr/buildapc

If your monitor doesn't support display port you will need to buy an adapter that converts display port to DVI.

https://www.amazon.com/DisplayPort-DVI-Adapter-Passive-Display/dp/B0017K6BD2

u/eck- · 0 pointsr/hardware

Yep -- I googled shortly after commenting and found the same thing. But this would work, right?

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-DisplayPort-Video-Adapter-Converter/dp/B0017K6BD2

u/nwgat · 0 pointsr/Amd

you will need a active adapter to convert DisplayPort, Passive DOES NOT Work...

u/Harambexbox · 0 pointsr/techsupport
u/Snak3Doc · -5 pointsr/buildapc

DVI to vga is an extremely cheap and common adapter. They use to and prob still do come packaged with monitors, gpus etc. Here