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HDMI, DVI or VGA (D-Sub) and/or the necessary cable or adapter to connect them to the display ports.īefore we continue, here is how you can identify the different display ports on your graphics card or laptop. Remember, whichever option you choose, you will need a monitor with compatible input ports i.e. Unless you have a spare monitor lying around to test, you can check the model online to see if your graphics card support more than one monitor before getting a second monitor. Older graphics card while equipped with multiple ports can only support one output at a time. However, please note that not all onboard graphics and discrete graphics (separate add-on graphics card) support multiple monitors. If not, you can always use one or more of the following options below to add more external monitors. If you have a recent laptop or desktop with multiple display output, chances are your device already support up to two external monitors. From what to look for on your laptop and desktop to support multiple monitors to graphics card, add-ons, adapters and accessories to help you achieve your multi screen dream. Thinking of getting another monitor for your laptop, desktop or workstation, we list all your options for a multiple monitor setup.