DVI-D single or Dual Link??

[Hinesy2k5]

Hi,

I have just bought a Samsung B2230H Monitor and The Monitor didn't come with a DVI-D Cable and I don't know where to find out whether I need a Single or Dual Link Cable to Connect to my Radeon HD 4550 Graphics Card?

 

Can you Please Help!

 

I have always felt fairly useful when it comes to computers but in this instance I am completely useless.

[PseFrank]

Hi Hinesy2k5, and welcome to Extreme Tech Support - Free PC Help

 

Your new monitor has a maximum resolution of 1920 x 1080. A single link cable connected to your Radeon card supports resolutions up to 1920 x 1200.

 

A dual link cable connected to your Radeon card supports resolutions up to 2560 x 1600. I see no advantage in using the dual link cable.

 

I've reached this conclusion just by swatting up on the specifications. So you may want to hang on for someone with more knowledge to post before making your decision.

[Hinesy2k5]

thanks for this advice!

 

I have been staring at the specifications for hours and just need a litttle reassurance. if any one else has an opinion or can help i would really appreaciate it!

[Dalo Harkin]

On the back of the 4550 cards there should be a DVI and a VGA cable, if you have any adapters you can run one DVI and one VGA.

 

Is this your monitor? shows both VGA and DVI

http://bebefore.com/ci/10274/samsung-syncmaster-b2230h-2.jpg

[Hinesy2k5]

Yes that is my monitor, I am currently using a VGA to DVI Cabe but I want to use a DVI to DVI Cable. As I a new to DVI, I would like help to know which type of DVI connection I should use?

 

When I google DVI it comes up with several different options and I can't afford to be buying several different cables.

[Dalo Harkin]

As long as its Male to Male it doesnt matter on the brand, just get the cheapest

 

DVI cable - Google Product Search

[rowal5555]

More info that may help

All About DVI

[DSTM]

I have 4 different brand Flat screen Monitors, and they all take 18+1 males.

This one is pretty universal.

 

http://i52.tinypic.com/20krbwg.jpg