Introduction: Diagram for Dual Computer Monitor Setup With HDMI and DisplayPort

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Diagram of how to connect 2 monitors to a desktop. One is a HDMI monitor and the 2nd is a DisplayPort.

Supplies

  1. Desktop computer
  2. Monitor with HDMI connection
  3. Monitor with DisplayPort connection
  4. HDMI cable
  5. DisplayPort cable

Step 1: Use the Diagram

  1. Using the diagram, take the HDMI cable and connect it to the HDMI port on the desktop computer. Then take the other end and plug it into the monitor with the HDMI port.
  2. Take the DisplayPort cable and plug it into the DisplayPort on the desktop computer. Then take the other end and plug it into the monitor with the DisplayPort.
  3. Connect a power cable to the monitor with the HDMI port.
  4. Connect a separate cable to the monitor with the DisplayPort.
  5. Once the computer is turned on, use the operating system to configure the 2 monitors to create an extended desktop. For Windows, go to Start > Settings > System > Display.