F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Attempting a dual monitor configuration without a dedicated GPU.

Attempting a dual monitor configuration without a dedicated GPU.

Attempting a dual monitor configuration without a dedicated GPU.

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2800elo
Junior Member
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04-01-2021, 04:21 AM
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I purchased a second monitor and found my setup includes two HDMI and one DisplayPort ports. Only the GPU HDMI works, which is puzzling since I’m trying to connect both displays. After some investigation, it turns out my CPU didn’t come with integrated graphics, likely causing the other ports to fail. I’m wondering if I can use the GPU to power the remaining ports without relying on the CPU’s built-in graphics. I read about iGPU and saw it in ASUS UEFI bios, but it wasn’t listed. My system specs are: Windows 10 Home, ASUS B560M-Plus Wifi (version 2.21.1278), Intel i7-10700K, Nvidia GTX 3060, 32 GB DDR4 RAM. The monitor I’m trying to install is an ASUS VG248QG. I also have an old Insignia TV that I plan to use as a secondary display.
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2800elo
04-01-2021, 04:21 AM #1

I purchased a second monitor and found my setup includes two HDMI and one DisplayPort ports. Only the GPU HDMI works, which is puzzling since I’m trying to connect both displays. After some investigation, it turns out my CPU didn’t come with integrated graphics, likely causing the other ports to fail. I’m wondering if I can use the GPU to power the remaining ports without relying on the CPU’s built-in graphics. I read about iGPU and saw it in ASUS UEFI bios, but it wasn’t listed. My system specs are: Windows 10 Home, ASUS B560M-Plus Wifi (version 2.21.1278), Intel i7-10700K, Nvidia GTX 3060, 32 GB DDR4 RAM. The monitor I’m trying to install is an ASUS VG248QG. I also have an old Insignia TV that I plan to use as a secondary display.

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Greeperakos
Member
174
04-01-2021, 09:39 PM
#2
The motherboard's video ports are disabled without iGPU so you will need a displayport on your GPU
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Greeperakos
04-01-2021, 09:39 PM #2

The motherboard's video ports are disabled without iGPU so you will need a displayport on your GPU

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pa55w0rd
Member
181
04-07-2021, 05:31 AM
#3
It seems your motherboard might support an integrated graphics solution, but it isn’t listed as an option. You have an HDMI connection instead of a display port, which could affect compatibility.
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pa55w0rd
04-07-2021, 05:31 AM #3

It seems your motherboard might support an integrated graphics solution, but it isn’t listed as an option. You have an HDMI connection instead of a display port, which could affect compatibility.

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Ariadne111
Member
137
04-07-2021, 09:35 AM
#4
The iGPU isn't built into the motherboard. It's located on the CPU, but your CPU has an F at the end, indicating it lacks an integrated graphics processor. These connections won't function without a non-F series Intel CPU.
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Ariadne111
04-07-2021, 09:35 AM #4

The iGPU isn't built into the motherboard. It's located on the CPU, but your CPU has an F at the end, indicating it lacks an integrated graphics processor. These connections won't function without a non-F series Intel CPU.

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aubrae
Junior Member
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04-08-2021, 04:18 AM
#5
This motherboard supports iGPU but lacks an integrated graphics unit. The CPU will handle the graphics tasks. Note that there’s no display port on the GPU—only one HDMI connection available. Your graphics card offers several display ports, including HDMI.
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aubrae
04-08-2021, 04:18 AM #5

This motherboard supports iGPU but lacks an integrated graphics unit. The CPU will handle the graphics tasks. Note that there’s no display port on the GPU—only one HDMI connection available. Your graphics card offers several display ports, including HDMI.

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Mister_Token
Member
202
04-09-2021, 07:02 AM
#6
I’m feeling a bit lost right now. It seems I missed the extra ports on my GPU, but thanks for pointing it out—it should really help. Lol.
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Mister_Token
04-09-2021, 07:02 AM #6

I’m feeling a bit lost right now. It seems I missed the extra ports on my GPU, but thanks for pointing it out—it should really help. Lol.