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Graphics card for dual monitor

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Djn Original post #1
Mar 27, 2009 at 10:40 PM
Need to add a graphics card for a couple of weeks, as I have to run photoshop and powerpoint together on separate monitors, no gaming.
Currently using the onboard graphics of Asus P5 GC MX on a 19", 1024 x 768 LCD. The other temporary monitor will be my old 15" CRT at 800 X 600.
I don't want an extended desktop, just want to be able to run each app on it's own monitor. Nvidia is supposed to have something called Twinview which does this.
Please suggest a graphics card to fill these requirements.
ashu888ashu888
ashu888ashu888 #2
Mar 27, 2009 at 10:58 PM
a nVIDIA gtx280 will support dual monitors. .:)

Its DDR3, 1GB and costs Rs.22,750/-
yippee
yippee #3
Mar 27, 2009 at 11:07 PM
ashu888ashu888 said:
a nVIDIA gtx280 will support dual monitors. .:)

Its DDR3, 1GB and costs Rs.22,750/-
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All the latest graphic card has output for dual monitor

does he have to spend that much money just to run photo shop?
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Djn #4
Mar 27, 2009 at 11:07 PM
Going to use it for 2 weeks only, 23k is not feasible.
ashu888ashu888
ashu888ashu888 #5
Mar 27, 2009 at 11:23 PM
^^

ok sorry bad choice (on my part).. :)
The Sorcerer
The Sorcerer #6
Mar 28, 2009 at 12:50 AM
So what is your budget in the first place?
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Djn #7
Mar 28, 2009 at 12:58 AM
Budget comes after I decide which card will suffice. I'll check the local market for prices tomorrow and check if any dealer can "rent" one for the time needed.
1k for 2 weeks is more than enough.