Will this laptop support independent dual monitors? Also do it come with any predownloaded software?
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We use 2 Monitors with it. One plugged into the HDMI the other via RGB extending or duplicating the desktops works as it should. All scenarios have worked so far so we have 3 screens essentially and it works a treat. Ours came with no software. We have installed 8.1 and Office 2010 and all works as it should.
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no, you can get a special adapter and split the two monitors. it only has one hdmi port, no dvi or vga connections so if you want good resolution you need a graphics card with two ports i would recommend getting a dedicated graphics card with two ports,, if you split each monitor would be splitting up the resolution because it would be a single output stretched across two monitors, i use one and it works fine, and windows 8.1 comes preinstalled, dell and windows will automatically update it for you,, if you want Microsoft office you have to pay $70 for it and there's an app for that.
1414877
Yes you can use dual monitors with it. bear in mind that the video card has the correct pin configuration. It is not the standard VGA connection to the computer
1271074
It does have built-in graphics with a video out including HDMI. However you can't compare the performance to a true separate "graphics card"
1520064
So, yeah it only has one DVI out connection but it also has the apple specific video out, I believe it's the mini display port ( you should double check that's what it is called). With that second connection I know you can also send out a video signal, so you should be able to run a dual-monitor set up. Hope this helps.
1705058
I bought this docking station and I do have two monitors hooked up to it. In fact that is why I bought the docking station! I can't answer what kinds of Dell laptops it will work with for you though.
2262969
The unit would need a standalone video card to project to two monitors..It is not equipped with the video card..Thanks
1937128
I'm running three external monitors using this unit with my ASUS UX51V laptop, which has a single HDMI output. After updating the drivers for both the Plugable box and my internal video card, everything works beautifully!Note that the Plugable box provides one HDMI out and one DVI, so you will need both options on your monitors (or a DVI-to-HDMI adapter).
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IT comes with 1 vga pc input. Works great looks better than my highend laptop in color. Works at 1360x768 resolution beautifully. You may need to go into TOOLS and ADJUST SCREEN if the picture doesnt fill properly.
2262968
Yes. You'll need to connect it with a USB 3.0 Cable since there is only one monitor port.
644747
It does, but not well. You have to reboot the computer each time you want to switch to the external displays. Very frustrating...If anyone reads this comment and has found a way to resolve the issue, please message me!
1789883
It has only one DVI and VGA Port. May you can think of some spiliters and connect two sources! I have not done it.
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Not pre-loaded, you would have to buy Windows 7 separately and do a downgrade install.
1122533
The Inspiron 15R has an integrated intel HD graphics. This implies no separate card
1720443
Apparantly has both HDMI and VGA; see http://computercritique.com/acer-aspire-p2020m-nx-mgaaa-004-e1-731-4699-laptop-review/
660058
If you have a spliter on 1 of them yes, but it will only replicate. you wont be able to have independent monitors with a single card. spend the money and buy a better card, and get 2 if you want more than 2 monitors.
895797
There is no touchscreen. Also, HP's website is generic and ambiguous about some other features of the Envy models.There is no VGA output for a second monitor (like I was hoping), but there is an HDMI output.Also, I agree with the earlier comments; this model is *very* fast, and the vendor (Eluktronics) was good, too. They shipped my order within 3 hours of submitting it to Amazon. I don't know if they can always do that, buy I was very happily surprised!
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it's new. 'monitor sold separately' means regular monitor not included. it's not a laptop with a detached screen.