gtx1060 triple display setup help!

v331996

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Nov 30, 2013
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this here is my PC-

gtx1060
i3 6100
8gb ddr4 ram
1tb green WD

im currently having 'DELL S2240lc' as my monitor ,its 1080p.

but im thinking to setup a triple monitor desk using same configuration . can my system handle triple Mon. setup (1080p each).

ill only use one monitor for gaming,my basic use for triple monitor setup will be multitasking only in best beautiful manner.

so if it is possible can you pls recommend me the monitors i should opt to complete my setup to give my desk stunning look .

im tight on budget so cheapest option will be very helpfull.
thank you :)
 

Barty1884

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Yes a 1060 can support 3 monitors.

Ideally, you'd want 3 of the same displays opposed to some mish-mash setup.
But the S2240lc is no longer for sale....new anyway.

Also, it supports HDMI and VGA, so you'd likely have to use adapters.
Most 1060's will have 1x DP, 1x HDMI and 1x DVI-D
So to have 3x monitors connected via HDMI you'd need
1x HDMI-HDMI
1x DP-HDMI
1x DVI-D-HDMI

No native VGA support on 10 series cards, and active adapters to convert the signal get a little expensive.
 

Barty1884

Retired Moderator
You can. Your main monitor is 21.5" @ 1080p, so I'd look to monitors matching that spec as closely as possible - preferrablys 2x same monitors with DVI-D and Displayport so you don't need adapters.

"Best options" and "cheapest option" are two totally different requirements.

What is your budget for monitor(s)?

The cheapest I can find (new) that supports the required inputs.....actually nets you a pretty nice IPS display:
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Monitor: Acer - H226HQLbid 21.5" 1920x1080 60Hz Monitor ($89.99 @ Newegg)
Total: $89.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-08-02 16:04 EDT-0400
 

v331996

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that looks great but main thing is im in india and its not available here.

im thinking to stay under $300 .

can i place a wide screen monitor in center and 21.5 pannel on both sides ? which one to opt to fit in