will this work to allow second monitor function: My laptop has ethernet, vga, usb; my desktop only has usb and ethernet
1757873
Yes. You plug one end into the USB port. The other end goes into the second monitor. Poof - instant second screen. It comes with a download link to install the drivers for it and everything. Will the second monitor play full speed video? Not quite. Will it work for word-processing/web browsing/most daily stuff? Yes, easily.
1757874
This will connect a second monitor via USB, so it should work on both a laptop and desktop computer.
1999560
I have plugged a monitor via VGA and the USB monitor and had success, I would think 2 USB monitors would work.I am on a MAC Book Pro
1011024
Yes, my wife uses it for her laptop with the extra monitor. There is a VGA plug on it.
2014035
I would think so if you are using the laptop screen as either the main display and a monitor as a second screen. I have not tried that but it should work.
928785
Yes. It is 2nd monitor via usb to laptop or desk. I use it to monitor projector anh have my laptop on other pages.
1029815
If this monitor is your second monitor, then Yes. If it's your only input, then No. Be sure to use the included USB cable because if you don't, your monitor may not work.
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I believe that would be an issue with your computer setup if it would allow a 2nd monitor. If you go to your desktop display properties and look there for dual monitor options. But you would probablt be best by contacting the support dept of your pc brand. Google the company name and support.
1169316
Connect the two with an HDMI cable. Then tell laptop to go to 2nd monitor..
590815
Yes, I just tried as you described using my Dell Latitude E5530 and was able to extend desktop onto two monitors (one via adapter, other connected to VGA port) while utilizing the laptop display.
73521
As long as your laptop has two VGA ports. The USB cable for this is only to power monitors with USB connections on monitors
970075
It will give you the ability to have 2 monitors plugged in as an extended desktop. I run it on my MacBook air and have 2 external monitors set up. It shows a display resolution of 3840 x 1080 now and works great
2134961
the box uses a VGA Output, not sure if you can you a laptop, as its an output not an input, you might need a monitor for a VGA input
1535778
Yes this will allow you to add an additional monitor to your system. I use. 2 of these on my laptop plus the onboard VGA adapter to run 4 monitors
1823172
Yes. I am currently using it for that very purpose. Just as long as both your desktop monitor and wall-mount flat screen support VGA connections.
637621
Not tried that so I'm not sure but you may want to consider using the VGA version of this switch instead then unless you have a mix of computers.
149476
Tom - you'd have to connect each PC to BOTH ports, a DVI and VGA. For example, my Dell laptop docking stations all have both DVI and VGA outputs, so I can switch back and forth between my two laptops and each gets both monitors. Pretty sure that if you just connect the DVI jack to your computer you will only have one monitor, not two.
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I only have Macs. So yes to macs. From my experience it's no different then hooking up a second monitor. Pc should also work fine.