DVI ports confusion

[cfarsr]

Now I have a 7 year old I believe 22" monitor (1680x1050) that runs DVI-D SINGLE link input. I ordered my new computer and the video card (gtx 780) has support for DVI-I and D DUAL link output, HDMI and another option I'm even less familiar with.

 

With that said, can I run signal from a DVI-D DUAL link video card to a DVI-D SINGLE link monitor?

 

I've searched up and down and seen both yes and no. As seen here in the 4th line of the 3rd paragraph http://www.networktechinc.com/blog/differences-between-dvi-connectors-and-signals-2/276/ this writer seems to be saying no, it doesn't.

 

What does everyone's experience or knowledge have to say? If it is a no, would some kind of HDMI to DVI-D single link converter cable work?

 

Thanks,

Chris

[The_Nephilim]

Well I would say Yes.. It would be logical to say if you can run a dual with the vid card it should be backwards compatible so you can run a single..

 

You could try and it and let us know worst case it will just not work..

[cfarsr]

That's my intent but I don't want to be down waiting for a solution. Trying to trouble shoot before it becomes a problem.

 

Any other input would be appreciated.

[ZaltysZ]

That's my intent but I don't want to be down waiting for a solution. Trying to trouble shoot before it becomes a problem.

 

Any other input would be appreciated.

 

DVI-D single link cable will fit into DVI-D dual link connector on the VGA. Some holes will be left empty on VGA connector, but they are not used for single link connection anyway, so everything will be fine.

[cfarsr]

Alright, many thanks

[acemark]

Some monitors use/ need 2 dvi connections to work.High resolution and 3d. If you are using 1080p or less one connection will work and you can use the other connection for a second monitor. So basiclly the type of monitor dictates what you use.

Mark.