pretty much im buying a good deal for a dell inspiron 531 through dell,
im getting
AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 Dual-Core 4000
2 gigs memory
300 watts power supply [soon to be upgraded]
and stock graphics card but maybe upgrading to a geforce 8600gt
i was wondering if id be saving money by not buying a NEW monitor through dell, as i have an older 17" flatscreen monitor from dell from like honestly 5 years back, idk if its too old to use, would i be better off getting a new one? i plan on gaming with this comp.. im wondering if the old monitor would be able to keep up with all my new computer parts
also im not sure on the exact name of the monitor, just know its a dell
2007-12-20 11:32:43 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
you will probably need an adaptor.
DVI-D to VGA, it should be included with your video card but if it wasn't don't panic you can get it online, or from a computer store.
2007-12-20 11:35:43 · answer #1 · answered by Allan Strange 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Old Computer Monitor Uses
2016-12-12 06:54:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You'll be able to use your old monitor without a problem, as most computers and video cards still have a VGA connector (the 15-pin connector that your monitor uses).
If your budget permits, you might be better off buying a new one, resolution, view angle and refresh rate are ENORMOUSLY better now than 5 years ago, and prices have dropped so much, that you can pick up a large and very decent LCD screen for less than $200.
You'll enjoy more your games, your eyes won't be as strained (so you'll be able to play longer) and you'll help the environment, as newer LCDs are much more energy efficient.
2007-12-20 11:37:31 · answer #3 · answered by omarchavezmcse 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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Easiest way would be to get another monitor to connect to it. You might be able to borrow one from a friend, or you might be able to find one for free on Craigslist. If you just need it temporarily, then just any old 15" monitor would do. CRT monitors are always being listed on Craigslist as people replace them with flat-panel monitors which they think are better. As a result, you can easily find one in your area for free, even nice ones. You could also remove the hard drive of the computer and either connect it to another computer with IDE (PATA) interface, or purchase a IDE external hard drive enclosure of for appropriate disk size.
2016-04-10 06:16:20 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the new one is an LCD then the savings on your electrical bill may offset the cost of the new one , not to mention the picture will be better . You can still use the old monitor if you feel like saving the money......
2007-12-20 11:36:46 · answer #5 · answered by reallynow 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If the monitor works you should be ok. But monitors have grown since then so for now use the old and buy a new one when you can. It will enhance the experience for sure.
2007-12-20 11:36:38 · answer #6 · answered by Mike S 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It will work, for now. Best to get an 8800gt, as it will handle the new dx10 games and is much faster, a 600watt psu, and an lcd monitor with 2ms response, considering you are a gamer!
2007-12-20 11:41:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
BELIEVE ME IM NO COMPUTER EXPERT. TAKE THIS WITH A PROVERB A GRAIN OF SALT. ALMOST ALWAYS OLD FLAT SCREENS ARE COMPATABLE WITH NEW SYSTEMS. I ENJOY GAMEING HOWEVER AND I FOUND THE BIGGER THE MONITOR THE BETTER. I HAVE A 28INCH MONITOR WHICH WAS RECOMENDED TO ME I NEVER HEARD OF. ITS GREAT. THE BRAND NAME IS HANS-G. HD COMPATABLE. I ALSO HAVE A 24INCH SAMSUNG. I LIKE THE HANS-G A LOT BETTER. I GAVE AWAY A APPROX. A 4 YEAR OLD SONY 19 INCHER WHICH I ALSO REALLY LIKED BUT DIDNT HAVE THE SPACE FOR ANYMORE. GOOD LUCK BOB P.S. YOU REALLY NOTICE THE DIFFERENCE WITH THE LARGER SIZE.
2007-12-20 11:47:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
So long as the computer has an analog plug for your monitor, you'll be alright. The new digital monitors have a different plug, so if your video card has that, you will need an adapter.
http://supcontent.gateway.com/support.gateway.com/s/mobile/gateway/200ARC/27.jpg
Analog plug
http://www.generaldigital.com/insidegd/photos/dvi_conns.jpg
Digital plug
2007-12-20 11:37:25 · answer #9 · answered by Bob Thompson 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
...the real question is- do you really want to?
screens are the exact same as computers today- the quality is high and the price is relatively cheap.
shell out another 250 bucks and get a great screen, it will be worth it- easier on the eyes, better for games, movies, any type of media.
2007-12-20 11:37:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it will work just fine. Unless you are into graphics or want top of the line definition you should be ok. If you'll use it mostly for the internet you wont notice much difference.
2007-12-20 11:36:27 · answer #11 · answered by 700BILLIONPOORER 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋