2007-07-13 02:13:04 · 10 answers · asked by miss knowitall 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
Yes you can. I do it all the time.
2007-07-13 02:16:01 · answer #1 · answered by Ghiagirl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This has a "Yes and No" answer. It depends on the monitor. If it's fairly new and decent then it should be able to handle whatever resolution and refresh rate the PC is outputting. If not, you can kill the monitor. I have seen this happen.
Best to switch off the power to the monitor while you unplug it from the PC as well. Static can be a graphics card killer.
2007-07-13 02:17:51 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually, yes. I do it regularly. But it is not "recommended". It is possible that if the pins were to go into the wrong holes on the PC, they could cause a spark/surge which could damage both the PC and the monitor.
If you are looking to share one monitor between two PCs, look into purchasing a KVM switch box. Small box that allows you to attach one monitor, mouse and keyboard, and two (or more) PCs. To switch between them, you simply press a button on the box (or a key combination on the keyboard). I use one all the time to run four PCs at the same time from a single monitor, mouse and keyboard.
2007-07-13 02:19:06 · answer #3 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-12-14 07:34:06 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you proberbly can but wouldnt want to risk it if it went bang you would the need to buy a new 1 would become an expensive hobby however you can get a cable that allows you to connect two computers to the 1 monitor and switch between the comps with a simple key press on the keyboard belkin sell them not shore how much of hand as havnt had 1 in a while but around the 20 quid mark
2007-07-13 02:16:36 · answer #5 · answered by wh1tewolf8 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Definitely. I used to have a stack of computer system boxes on test (running a couple of videos)with a single monitor on top to test.
Be careful when plugging in as it is easy to accidentally bend and even break the connection pins. More recently, I have started using a siwtch box which allows me to flick between each.
2007-07-13 02:28:00 · answer #6 · answered by James Mack 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont do it when computer on trn off as wel as monitor(you can bust your video card and monitor).
check on the back of your monitor it might have 2 connection jacks which look the same and have button on front saying: 1-2
in that case you can just connect 2 computers to one monitor and just use switch on front to change comps
2007-07-13 02:20:09 · answer #7 · answered by onlyfor7dollar 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yer.. Its safe.. But if you really have to do this alot.. You should consider purchasing a KVM Switch..
Heres a link:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/KVM_switch
I currently have one next to me connected to my second pc, and my server.. Works like a treat! Cost me $45AUD on ebay total for express next day delivery! (im in Australia)
2007-07-13 02:21:12 · answer #8 · answered by The Big Red Fish! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can, but it is always best to turn the PC off first, just to be on the safe side.
2007-07-13 02:17:29 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I can't see why not, I do it with my HDTV and my PC/Laptop all the time, though if you CAN turn off the system, it would be advisable.
2007-07-13 02:16:21 · answer #10 · answered by Scott Bull 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋