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    M17XR4 Eyefinity setup

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Xenn0X, Jun 1, 2012.

  1. Xenn0X

    Xenn0X Notebook Evangelist

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    Guys,

    i want to run 2 external displays next to my alien and still be able to use the display of the alien.

    running on vga with one screen no biggie, works.
    i have a hdmi to vga adapter, can plug it in and use both external screens but the display of the alien disables.

    i tried every option in ati control panel but eyefinity only works on 2 external screens and disables the internal monitor..

    think i might need a mini DP to displayport to hook up my other monitor and not use the hdmi port?
    or use those 2 digital ports and not use the vga but hell it should work now too...
     
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    widezu69 Goodbye Alienware

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    I would suggest using the digital ports as opposed to vga. Try it out, might work.
     
    widezu69, Jun 1, 2012
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  3. Xenn0X

    Xenn0X Notebook Evangelist

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    yes looking of correct cables to buy.
     
    Xenn0X, Jun 1, 2012
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