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    XPS M1530 (8600M GT) Running Multiple Monitors

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by random6969, Apr 4, 2010.

  1. random6969

    random6969 Newbie

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    Hi Everyone,

    So, doing some research it seems that the Matrox dual or triple head2go is the pricey solution to running more than 2 external monitors. Are there other solutions to running 2 or more external monitors without shutting down the laptop screen?

    I was thinking hdmi to one screen then 2 usb to dvi to the two other screens, but don't know if this will shut off the screen on my laptop.

    Ideas? Previous solutions? Anyone have a setup like this?

    Thanks.
     
    random6969, Apr 4, 2010
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  2. duel007

    duel007 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I don't have a solution, but am looking for the same answer. I run one external monitor on my 1530 via VGA right now, and I'm looking to add a third using the HDMI to DVI, but I'm not sure if I'll be able to use all 3 screens at once.

    Thanks!
     
    duel007, Apr 4, 2010
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    random6969 Newbie

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    Bump for the afternoon.
     
    random6969, Apr 5, 2010
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    cbruin Newbie

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    $60 shipped. It's a "video card" that is driven off your USB 2.0 connection. It can do up to 1900x1200 or 2048x1152 (depending on the ratio of your monitor)

    USB 2.0 to DVI-I Dual Link Video Adapter - Turn any USB Port into an Additional Video Output! ITV-101

    I'm using it now on my macbook pro 17". It's driving my Dell U2410 monitor while the Macbook pro itself is driving a 30" via the DisplayPort :)

    You can add several off these USB devices to get multiple monitors. note, it probably uses CPU power, so not recommended for gaming.
     
    cbruin, Jul 20, 2010
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    cbruin Newbie

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    correction, it's even cheaper. It's $40 plus shipping (whatever that is!) They lowered the price since I originally bought it.
     
    cbruin, Jul 20, 2010
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