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garfield81 · 09-23-2004, 06:16 PM

i currently have a single output vga card in my computer in a AGP slot. so is it possible to get another PCI video card in the computer and have a dual montiro output .. (one from the AGP card and the other from PCI card ?) will that work ? has anyone tried it out ? or will i have to get a dual output AGP card ?

jade_dragon · 09-23-2004, 06:18 PM

I believe you could just get a multi monitor switch box and not even worry about having duel video cards.

TheMob · 09-23-2004, 06:19 PM

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Originally posted by jade_dragon
I believe you could just get a multi monitor switch box and not even worry about having duel video cards.

but i guess he wants to use them at the same time..

garfield81 · 09-23-2004, 06:20 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by jade_dragon
I believe you could just get a multi monitor switch box and not even worry about having duel video cards.

i think the multi monitor will just output the same screen on both monitors. What iam looking for is extra desktop space by streching the desktop onto two monitors.

Vitasoy · 09-23-2004, 07:27 PM

Ever thought of replacing your vid card, with a tripple output vid card? you can have 3 monitors in action.

Check out Maxtor's website.

directfiesta · 09-23-2004, 07:29 PM

You cannot have 2 video cards in the same box... None will work.

Get a dual-head video card.

pussyluver · 09-23-2004, 07:41 PM

In Windws 2000 and XP you can have two monitors or more.

You can buy a dual AGP video card. That has some Merit because it connects directly to the part of the chip set they call the Northbridge. In otherwords it is faster than the standard PCI video card would be. If the requirement is not for gaming or other highend application, I see no problem in using the AGP and a PCI Vedio adapter.

pussyluver · 09-23-2004, 07:46 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by directfiesta
You cannot have 2 video cards in the same box... None will work.

Get a dual-head video card.

http://www.tech-recipes.com/windows_tips523.html

There ya go. More details on a quick google search.

steve90 · 09-23-2004, 07:49 PM

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Originally posted by directfiesta
You cannot have 2 video cards in the same box... None will work.

Get a dual-head video card.

you are a retard. you can run more then one video card

jade_dragon · 09-23-2004, 07:51 PM

ahhh ok i understand, the box will not do anything other than make each screen show the same thing, you need a video card that will allow you to split the screens like they said for what you want.

MattO · 09-23-2004, 07:53 PM

You can add a PCI card, you might have to tell the BIOS that that's your main boot up card in order for Windows to boot properly.
Then the first time you boot, the PCI card's monitor will be active, then just go to your display properties and set up the other monitor and all the settings for dual screens are there.
I had a setup like that for a while before getting a dual-head AGP card.

bringer · 09-23-2004, 08:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by directfiesta
You cannot have 2 video cards in the same box... None will work.

Get a dual-head video card.

wrong

chupachups · 09-23-2004, 08:29 PM

Add as many (pci) as you wish - it will work but be carefull with the mainboard

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jade_dragon Confirmed User Join Date: May 2004 Location: NEW ORLEANS/Baton Rouge BABY! Posts: 1,737	ahhh ok i understand, the box will not do anything other than make each screen show the same thing, you need a video card that will allow you to split the screens like they said for what you want. __________________ even ADULTS need TOYS icq: 3 6 3 2 6 6 6 7 \| aim: conglomorateman open for business, affiliates and friendships

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pussyluver Clueless OleMan Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: ICQ - 169903487 Posts: 11,009	In Windws 2000 and XP you can have two monitors or more. You can buy a dual AGP video card. That has some Merit because it connects directly to the part of the chip set they call the Northbridge. In otherwords it is faster than the standard PCI video card would be. If the requirement is not for gaming or other highend application, I see no problem in using the AGP and a PCI Vedio adapter.

09-23-2004, 07:53 PM	#11
MattO The O is for Oohhh Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: AUSTIN TEJAS Posts: 10,861	You can add a PCI card, you might have to tell the BIOS that that's your main boot up card in order for Windows to boot properly. Then the first time you boot, the PCI card's monitor will be active, then just go to your display properties and set up the other monitor and all the settings for dual screens are there. I had a setup like that for a while before getting a dual-head AGP card.

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chupachups Confirmed User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Sweden/Spain you sum bitch! Posts: 6,576	Add as many (pci) as you wish - it will work but be carefull with the mainboard