DVI to VGA confusion...

I am looking at making my current computer run a dual monitor setup, but only have 2 monitors both running VGA.

One port on my computer is VGA running the current computer.

There is also a HDMI port x2, DVI D port, DVI A port (The one with the + and 4 dots). How do I get just one of these to work with VGA, and what do I need to buy.

Please note I am not a millionaire... so £200 HDMI converters are a little out of reach. Also I am in the UK so any product links please make UK friendly (so I can order them :D)

Thanks!

dvi help hdmi advice vga video dual monitor

asked Jul 14 '11 at 19:16

SeanBulley
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edited Jul 14 '11 at 19:27

HerpDerp
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This DVI (http://www.amazon.co.uk/Monitor-female-Display-Adapter-Converter/dp/B0021YBF66/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1310687036&sr=8-4) is the exact same to the one built into the computer.

If that helps.

(Jul 14 '11 at 19:48) SeanBulley

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If your just wanting to convert a analogue (VGA) signal to a digital (DVI/HDMI) Then you can get a VGA to DVI fairly priced on Amazon for around £4. But you will receive no audio from this as you will only be carry a video signal and not audio though the VGA cable.

answered Jul 14 '11 at 19:33

mx8media
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No audio is fine by me... but I can't find the thing I need anywhere.

(Jul 14 '11 at 19:42) SeanBulley

0	You need one of these: http://www.smartvm.com/dvi-d-to-vga-converter-p7556.htm answered Jul 14 '11 at 19:45 FizzNakLe 2.5k●44●56●96 My lord, That costs more than the 2 monitors! (Jul 14 '11 at 19:56) SeanBulley

You need a VGA To DVI-D. If your monitors are VGA: http://www.amazon.co.uk/DVI-D-Adapter-Convertor-HDTV-Electronics/dp/B003K3060I. [Just best to look around the internet for the cheapest and works]

answered Jul 14 '11 at 19:48

mx8media
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edited Jul 14 '11 at 19:50

Right, its only the reviews on it are all 1 star.

(Jul 14 '11 at 19:57) SeanBulley

0	You can also pick up one of these adapters for about $3.00 answered Jul 14 '11 at 19:50 Sozo 3.9k●20●35●68 Okay then, I will buy some more of these until I can get one that works :) (Jul 14 '11 at 19:57) SeanBulley

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