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    Dual Link DVI output

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by crosslimit, Nov 22, 2012.

  1. crosslimit

    crosslimit Notebook Evangelist

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    I have been looking for a new Monitor and I came across a good one I liked. The only problem is it only takes dual link DVI as an Input. Now I know the 150EM has a DVI output, but afaik its only single link right? is there anything I can do with the likes of an adapter or such?
     
    crosslimit, Nov 22, 2012
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    Or does the 150EM have dual link output? does anyone know. I'm afraid I dont know anything about the DVI standards.
     
    crosslimit, Nov 23, 2012
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    748c3777_dvi_connector_types.gif
    Its dual. No problems there.
     
    b0b1man, Nov 23, 2012
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  4. Meaker@Sager

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    The connector looks like a dual, but internally i believe its wired as single. You would need an HDMI or DP to dual link DVI cable/adapter.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Nov 23, 2012
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    crosslimit, Nov 23, 2012
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    Yes it'll work, and a single link cable will work on a dual link connector; just not the other way around! You will be limited in terms of bandwidth though.
     
    Tony Tru4nd, Nov 23, 2012
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    Which monitor did you find?
     
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  8. Meaker@Sager

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    I believe you can find cables that have the right ends, they are more secure than an adapter.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Nov 23, 2012
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    Meaker@Sager, Nov 23, 2012
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