I don't understand how to make two monitors work together on your computer.

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BRushton
Member

05-05-2025, 07:41 PM

I recently purchased two monitors and found that only one is functioning properly. My PC has a GTX 1650 which claims support for three monitors, requiring two display ports and an HDMI connection. I’m unsure what the other port connects to, so I’m testing both HMDI cables. I connected one to my graphics card and the other to another port, but it didn’t work. I also have a Core i5 processor. Someone could explain this situation and help me avoid losing my investment.

BRushton

05-05-2025, 07:41 PM #1

_Neepw_
Junior Member

05-05-2025, 09:17 PM

You may need to: 1.) Turn on the built-in graphics in your BIOS settings and then set up the appropriate drivers, or 2.) If you have an i5 processor without integrated graphics, it won't function.

_Neepw_

05-05-2025, 09:17 PM #2

You may need to: 1.) Turn on the built-in graphics in your BIOS settings and then set up the appropriate drivers, or 2.) If you have an i5 processor without integrated graphics, it won't function.

PixadorGamer
Member

05-07-2025, 08:28 PM

Did you link a second monitor to the main board? The i5’s IGPU will shut down if a GPU is connected. You’ll need a display port cable to attach the second screen to the GPU, allowing you to set up a dual-screen configuration.