I'd rather spend 200 than build a tower for 500 plus when I'll still replace most internals in a few yeaers. However if a GPU upgrade for about 100-200 will give me a dual digital output for twin digital display use, I can't say no. I'm not geuinely worried about having the highest definition possible, as much as functionality. Still, dual HD outputs would be more enjoyable. If not, is it cost effective to upgrade the internals, or should I consider just building a tower instead? I'd prefer the dual digital display setup,to avoid a lack in quality, but it isn't necessary since the most GPU demanding programmes I'll be using are for DVD viewing and the occassional gaming. Question 2: Is it possible to upgrade the GPU in this to support dual digital outputs? I'd like to consider dual HDMI or dual DVI outputs (or any combo that works), so I can run both displays on a digital signal. My machine only has a 1440x900 display, so does this mean my card is the original 512mb GPU? If so, will this make my machine less able to run the dual screen setup I'm asking? I'm running a second display at 1920x1080 currently, but I don't know if that makes a difference. So I would like to be positive before spending a few hundred to find out.Īs a side note, I've seen some people have a built-in screen that supports a 1920x1200 resolution, and a 1gb GPU. I have heard that some motherboards restrict this capability, even though the GPU can support it. I already know about the quality difference, just need to know if I will be able to run both these monitors without a problem.Īnyone try this before? Would be nice to know before I buy a new display for this purpose. Question 1: Will my GPU support dual external monitors if I'm not utilizing the laptop screen? The set-up I'm considering will be one display via HDMI, and the other via the VGA output, with the laptop lid closed. I've searched around and not found many answers to what I am asking.

Just bought it used a few days ago, so pardon my ignorance.

Currently running: Gateway P7805u FX, GPU is 9800M GTS.

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