Will this work if I have two computers and only wish to use one monitor?
1318201
I wish I could tell you. I'm disappointed with the item so far. I am trying to connect it to my Samsung TV so that I have an extra HDMI port and I can't get it to do what I want. I've tried various hook ups with no success. I am not happy with the product so far.
1318202
In theory it should work fine. It is sending the image and sound to the monitor. It should not care what is transmitting the images.
1318203
To be honest, I have no idea. the way I have it is one ps4, to display in 2 HD tvs, both work fine at the same time. Don't know how it'll work if you connect 2 computers.
1682114
It would for sure. Make sure you look at the connector types to make sure it is compatible with your machine. It comes with a bunch of adapters. It would usually require two video cards out since it is dual monitors, but there may be a way to duplicate the same output on both monitors. Also make sure the monitor size is big enough.
1263174
Yes, as long as you have the dvi out on your computer and the display port out on your computer, then you will be able to do the dual monitors this way. I currently have a dell with a vga out and a hdmi out. I have one monitor go to the vga and the other to the hdmi. This is nice that it works this way because most newer computers now come built with multiple video outs. Which means you don't have to spend the extra dollars getting a high performance video card with dual adapters.
722512
If you can open 3 windows on your computer, which I am sure you can, it will work. Uses single USB slot. After installation just open the window you want to monitor and drag it to the third screen.
1587961
Yes. Dual monitors should work fine provided you use any 2 of the three interfaces (DVI, HDMI, VGA). Using three monitors seems to have been an issue for some, and using 2 monitors with same interface/cable would require an adapter and *might* cause an issue. Just use one DVI and one HDMI and you will be fine!That being said...if you plan on doing anything more than watching video or playing VERY simple games (like puzzle/adventure games or old school DX9 games) then I have to agree with KYle -- buy a cheap graphics card. The nice thing about this new board is it is cheap,rock solid(so far), and allows you to make that upgrade down the line when you have more cash. Yes. Dual monitors should work fine provided you use any 2 of the three interfaces (DVI, HDMI, VGA). Using three monitors seems to have been an issue for some, and using 2 monitors with same interface/cable would require an adapter and *might* cause an issue. Just use one DVI and one HDMI and you will be fine!That being said...if you plan on doing anything more than watching video or playing VERY simple games (like puzzle/adventure games or old school DX9 games) then I have to agree with KYle -- buy a cheap graphics card. The nice thing about this new board is it is... » Read More Yes. Dual monitors should work fine provided you use any 2 of the three interfaces (DVI, HDMI, VGA). Using three monitors seems to have been an issue for some, and using 2 monitors with same interface/cable would require an adapter and *might* cause an issue. Just use one DVI and one HDMI and you will be fine!That being said...if you plan on doing anything more than watching video or playing VERY simple games (like puzzle/adventure games or old school DX9 games) then I have to agree with KYle -- buy a cheap graphics card. The nice thing about this new board is it is cheap,rock solid(so far), and allows you to make that upgrade down the line when you have more cash. « Show Less
331112
yes, it will work but it will be tight. I found that using my lap top and one monitor is a better option.
950657
The unit supports two computers switching to a single output, a projector in my case and allows you to toggle back and forth via the remote. It monitors the ports for active output devices before it will switch the port on. I have never tried this setup but connecting a monitor to the input will not trigger the unit to enable that port so I don't think it will work.
1721995
Yes - one must be VGA and the other digital. You can also run one monitor of either input type.
1569463
it is designed to feed two monitors from a single computer. I do not know if it will work the other way.
149476
Tom - you'd have to connect each PC to BOTH ports, a DVI and VGA. For example, my Dell laptop docking stations all have both DVI and VGA outputs, so I can switch back and forth between my two laptops and each gets both monitors. Pretty sure that if you just connect the DVI jack to your computer you will only have one monitor, not two.
698711
Your laptop should have an analog vga 9 pin plug or an hdmi port for one monitor. You would only need one of these adapters for the second screen.
583413
I used this device for (2) computers, each computer had a DVI and a VGA and was using those ports for dual monitors. This device allowed me to switch between the two computers on both monitors for each. Based on that, I believe if you used the DVI on one channel, and then the VGA on the other channel, that this would work. That being said, you may be better off just getting a DVI-VGA adapter and using a cheap switch.
1506432
this device supports vga, otherwise you would need an adaptor. it allows you to use two pcs with one monitor, mouse and keyboard.
153553
Yes it will. I actually use 2 monitors and bought 2 of these and they work well.
824464
No. This adapter allows you to use one monitor, with three options for input type.
2227356
No, it won't. This splitter allows you to see the same picture on 2 monitors. Unless that's what you're trying to do, it won't help you.
682955
This desktop has a vga and a hdmi port. Since both are on an integrated video card I believed it will not run dual monitors its and either or situation