I just purchased this Splitter, and it will only mirror the monitors, I don't want to mirror my display, I want a separate workspace for workflow management. What am I doing wrong? I am using Windows7. Please Help! I just purchased this Splitter, and it will only mirror the monitors, I don't want to mirror my display, I want a separate workspace for workflow management. What am I doing wrong? I am using... » Read More I just purchased this Splitter, and it will only mirror the monitors, I don't want to mirror my display, I want a separate workspace for workflow management. What am I doing wrong? I am using Windows7. Please Help! « Show Less
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You are correct, this box only boosts and splits the identical output to 2 monitors. If you want to EXTEND your desktop to a second or third monitor, and your equipment doesn't already have a dual monitor video card (or if it is a laptop), then you need a device like the Plugable (brand) devices found on Amazon, which are USB to VGA/DVI/HDMI Adapters. There are at least 3 different models, one for USB 2.0 and one for USB 3.0, at various max resolutions and prices. Hope this helps!
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The splitter will only mirror the display. To get a second monitor independent of the first your video card needs to have 2 outputs, OR, you get a second video card. Newer computers with display-port or thunderbolt (Mac) can daisy chain monitors. Since you got a dvi splitter I'm guessing your computer does not have thunderbolt or display port. Best option is a second video card, or replace the current with a 2 or 4 port video card.
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It's purpose is to mirror only. If you want a separate workspace you need to install another video card into your system and hook the monitors up to that.
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Kevin, this is a splitter, so it can only mirror... I think what you are looking for is a dual-display video card, working with your OS to expand your desktop.
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Hi Randal, I'm not sure if you mean 2 base units or 2 monitors. I have one base unit and 2 monitors and have no problems at all using both monitors at the same time. I don't know if 2 separate systems with 2 different base units would cause a problem, sorry I cant help with that.
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No, this splitter will only show your desktop across the two screens. You'll need two separate feeds from your computer.
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Short answer: yes, and I currently have it as part of a 3- monitor linked single desktop right now, as a matter of fact.However, regardless to what monitors you use, make sure your computer's GPU(s) are properly linked if necessary (SLI or Crossfire if you want a third monitor) and have an *active* display port-to *your monitor cable type here* adapter for monitors after the second one. Otherwise, your computer will recognize the extra monitor(s), but only let you use two of them at any given time.(Basically, any monitor should work as part of a multi-display setup. It's the computer configuration itself you need to have setup right.) Short answer: yes, and I currently have it as part of a 3- monitor linked single desktop right now, as a matter of fact.However, regardless to what monitors you use, make sure your computer's GPU(s) are properly linked if necessary (SLI or Crossfire if you want a third monitor) and have an *active* display port-to *your monitor cable type here* adapter for monitors after the second one. Otherwise, your computer will recognize the extra monitor(s), but only let you use two of them at any given time.(Basically, any monitor should work as part of a multi-display setup.... » Read More Short answer: yes, and I currently have it as part of a 3- monitor linked single desktop right now, as a matter of fact.However, regardless to what monitors you use, make sure your computer's GPU(s) are properly linked if necessary (SLI or Crossfire if you want a third monitor) and have an *active* display port-to *your monitor cable type here* adapter for monitors after the second one. Otherwise, your computer will recognize the extra monitor(s), but only let you use two of them at any given time.(Basically, any monitor should work as part of a multi-display setup. It's the computer configuration itself you need to have setup right.) « Show Less
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As far as I know, this splitter should allow two screens to show duplicates of what is showing on your laptop. This isn't what I used it for and I haven't tried it.
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It depends on what version (Vista is up to 5.9 - Windows 7 is up to 7.9). I use 7 Prox64. I do not recall when I ran it. The only reason why I removed it was because it allows up to 2 monitors only. Either 2 DVI or 1 DVI and 1 HDMI. I liked it though but I have a 3 monitors configuration. I may be wrong but in windows 7 it was over 5 in the index (not bad). I also have 32GB Ram and 2 quad cores running at 2.5 (opteron) so I am not sure if that affects the results.
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It that you can connect two monitors. Windows 7 will allow you to either duplicate/ replicate the desk top screen or extend the desk top onto the 2nd monitor as the others have mentioned. It typically works great. Most people extend their desktop allowing them more space for viewing/working.
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If you want to see the same image on two different monitors just split the input .... or if your running on wifi ... just connect it to your router .
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Lori, it appears that the unit which you mention here does not have a monitor with it. The set up I originally purchased had a monitor with it which had the capability of running two cameras. These monitors can be purchased separately, and are normally not too awful expensive. You would do best to purchase at least a 7" monitor, as this will give you the best viewing area. Although most monitors are compatible with most cameras, make sure the one you choose is compatible with your camera. It should list the types of cameras it will support of the description of the unit. Hope this info helps. Don Lori, it appears that the unit which you mention here does not have a monitor with it. The set up I originally purchased had a monitor with it which had the capability of running two cameras. These monitors can be purchased separately, and are normally not too awful expensive. You would do best to purchase at least a 7" monitor, as this will give you the best viewing area. Although most monitors are compatible with most cameras, make sure the one you choose is compatible with your camera. It should list the types of cameras it will support of the description of the unit. Hope this info... » Read More Lori, it appears that the unit which you mention here does not have a monitor with it. The set up I originally purchased had a monitor with it which had the capability of running two cameras. These monitors can be purchased separately, and are normally not too awful expensive. You would do best to purchase at least a 7" monitor, as this will give you the best viewing area. Although most monitors are compatible with most cameras, make sure the one you choose is compatible with your camera. It should list the types of cameras it will support of the description of the unit. Hope this info helps. Don « Show Less
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It will duplicate the main laptop. If you have a video card on your system that reads 2 separate monitors, then you will get two different displays using the splitter.
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No this will show one thing on 2 separate displays. For example, if you pull up Facebook, it will be shown on both monitors. You need a separate port on the computer or a switching device to be able to do what you want. I, too, purchased this thinking it would "split" the display.
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I'm sorry but this is a splitter which will have monitor #1 mirror monitor #2. You want to have 2 VGA connections on your PC to extend desktop. You can also use a HDMI connection along with a VGA connection to extend.
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I really don't know but that is an interesting question. Most laptops seem to have an easy way to use two screens and Windows will allow you to use more. You might try attaching a VGA monitor and trying for three that way, before springing for another USB monitor. If you try it and it works out, let us all know.
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No, I built this as a editing machine for solid works, and at my last job had two thunderbolt displays connected daisy chaining two more externals. In total I have 4 monitors running on this computer without issue. The ports are at a standard distance way from each other that two thunderbolt cables connect perfectly.
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To the best of my knowledge, the Y adapter reduces the VGA signal to each monitor to half of the signal that is coming out of the Video Card. This dims the brightness of each display. It is my personal thinking that if you want a clearer, sharper display you would be better off with the second Video Card. I am assuming that you are using a desktop computer. The VGA Y splitter will NOT "extend" the desktop, but will only duplicate the desktop on both displays.
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Yes you able to connect two monitors , via splitter , any installer can do this .thank you
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One side is not independently adjustable from the other. On mine, one side is a touch lower than the other. You probably can't actually make it perfect. Best you can do is snug up the connections to the monitors and the base the best you can, adjust your monitors, and then snug the joints as much as you're comfortable with. If it's still not even enough for you after that, try shims at the base to tilt the whole setup back towards plumb. That's probably your best bet for getting the two monitors even. If you can't make it good enough that way, you'll have to find a different mount, maybe even two separate single mounts. One side is not independently adjustable from the other. On mine, one side is a touch lower than the other. You probably can't actually make it perfect. Best you can do is snug up the connections to the monitors and the base the best you can, adjust your monitors, and then snug the joints as much as you're comfortable with. If it's still not even enough for you after that, try shims at the base to tilt the whole setup back towards plumb. That's probably your best bet for getting the two monitors even. If you can't make it good enough that way, you'll have to find a different mount, maybe... » Read More One side is not independently adjustable from the other. On mine, one side is a touch lower than the other. You probably can't actually make it perfect. Best you can do is snug up the connections to the monitors and the base the best you can, adjust your monitors, and then snug the joints as much as you're comfortable with. If it's still not even enough for you after that, try shims at the base to tilt the whole setup back towards plumb. That's probably your best bet for getting the two monitors even. If you can't make it good enough that way, you'll have to find a different mount, maybe even two separate single mounts. « Show Less