VGA and DVI connection question.?

Question

Hi,

I've just bought a new graphics card that has no VGA inputs and only has DVI, but the monitor I want to use is a CRT Hyundai 19 inch with VGA only - can I just use an adaptor (DVI to VGA) or would that not work?

Graphics card is a pci-e 7950GT and I want to run the resolution at no less than 1280x1024 @ 85hz (which is the monitor's recommended setting).

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

yeap.. it will work when u plug to a converter Dvi to Vga. the resolution still will be what u wish for..

Answer 2

Yes, the adaptor will work.

You've got a VERY NICE high-end gaming card. You could consider moving later to 19W or bigger LCD screen w/ native resolution of 1366 x 768 to 1440 x 900. They could be cheaper now than what your vidcard costs and they consume less electricity.

Answer 3

You should get in the video card's box something like this:
http://www.mantek.mb.ca/_images/NNDVIVGA01.jpg

if not, you can get one for a few bucks at your computer store.
Just plug the "M" part into the video card, and the monitor cable should go to the other end ("F").

Answer 4

you can use the adapter but a dvi monitor would look much more clear and bright

Answer 5

Yes you can use converter. Costs only few bucks.