Is dual display possible with Dell Inspiron 8500?

[CKDom]

Hi,

Is it possible to setup dual display with my Dell Inspiron 8500 Notebook? I want to setup the dual display with another monitor.

If it is possible, how do I set it up?

Is there any hardware I need to purchase in order for this to work?


Thanks.

 

[BigRat]

umm there should be a VGA out at the back of your notebook. Just plug in a monitor and it'll work. Or do you mean using 2 external monitors? If you do then I'm out of ideas.

:redface: :frown: :lol: :tongue:

 

[CKDom]

I'm thinking of doing word processing on the Notebook's screen and at the same time I can view movie on the Monitor screen.

I tested plugging the monitor to the VGA port but it will just show you what the Notebook is displaying.

 

[BigRat]

in the display properties, you have the option of extending your desktop across the monitors. enable it and you can drag your window to whichever monitor you like.

:redface: :frown: :lol: :tongue: