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    GT62VR - 3 monitors?

    Discussion in 'MSI Reviews & Owners' Lounges' started by JeffS, Apr 18, 2018.

  1. JeffS

    JeffS Newbie

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    I've got a GT62VR that I got about a year ago. It's got 32GB or memory and a 1070 card.

    What is the best way to run 3 external monitors from it. I don't plan on using the built in screen when in this setup, but just using an external keyboard, mouse, and monitors. I've read that mini display port can support 2 monitors, but I don't want to buy the wrong hardware if it won't work with this system. I've also read that I can use the usb3.1 port, if it supports display port output, but I don't know if it does.

    I'm looking to run 3 1080p monitors, so it shouldn't be too taxing.

    Thanks for any advice,
    -Jeff
     
    JeffS, Apr 18, 2018
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    If the USB-C port is Thunderbolt 3 (which I believe it is on the GT line), then yes, you can run DisplayPort out with a passive adapter. Then use the built-in mini-DisplayPort and HDMI for the other two monitors.
     
    saturnotaku, Apr 18, 2018
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  3. Kevin@GenTechPC

    Kevin@GenTechPC Company Representative

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    Yup you can do it, and you may want to do this on computer monitors intstead of TV?
     
    Kevin@GenTechPC, Apr 19, 2018
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