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Multi-Monitor Connection Guide

How to connect a second monitor to your computer

Setting up a dual-display configuration may be easier than you think. With today’s modern operating systems, it’s often as simple as plug and play.

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  1. Two Monitors to CPU
  2. 2nd Monitor to Laptop

How to Connect Two Displays to Your Computer

Hardware set-up
Some desktop computers come standard with two video ports. In this case you will only need to connect the cable of a second display to the free port
If your computer has only one video port, add a second video card or replace your video card with a “multi-head” model
Alternatively, external modules connect to a single video port and extend a computer’s desktop across two screens
Operating system compatibility
Windows OS users: Microsoft operating systems have supported multiple monitors since Windows 98. Open Display Properties in your Control Panel to make adjustments
Macintosh OS users: The Macintosh operating system has supported multiple monitors almost from its inception. Select Displays in your System Preferences to make adjustments
 

How to Connect a Second Display to Your Laptop

Hardware set-up
Many notebook computers come standard with a video port. In this case you only need to connect the cable of a second display to that port
If there is no suitable video port, many docking stations offer video output for a second screen
Alternatively, you can utilize a PCMCIA slot or USB port to add multi-monitor capability
Operating system compatibility
Windows OS users: Microsoft operating systems have supported multiple monitors since Windows 98. Open Display Properties in your Control Panel to make adjustments
Macintosh OS users: The Macintosh operating system has supported multiple monitors almost from its inception. Select Displays in your System Preferences to make adjustments
 

  
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