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NOTE: Monitors with resolutions above 1920 x 1200 pixels at 60 Hz require a graphics card with either
Dual Link DVI (DL-DVI) or DisplayPort output. To get native resolution with DVI, you must use a DL-DVI
cable, not standard DVI-I or DVI-D cables.
HP computers do not support all graphics cards. Be sure that a new graphics card is supported before
purchasing it. See Finding supported graphics cards on page 11.
Some graphics cards support multiple monitors by multiplexing the monitor signal across multiple
outputs. This setup might reduce graphics performance. Consult the graphics card documentation, or
look up information about the card according to the procedure in Finding supported graphics cards on
page 11.
Be sure that the card outputs match the input required by the monitors. (See Identifying monitor
connection requirements on page 13)
The dierent models of HP Z-series computers have dierent limits on the mechanical size, data
speed, and power available for additional graphics cards. See the QuickSpecs for expansion card
slot identication to be sure that a new graphics card will work for your computer. To access the
QuickSpecs, go to http://www.hp.com/go/quickspecs/.
3. If you want to add a new graphics card or cards:
a. Determine which supported graphics card best ts your needs in terms of number of monitors,
compatibility with the monitors you plan to use, and performance.
b. Be sure that you have the correct drivers for the card. For HP-qualied drivers, go to http://
www.hp.com/support, select Software and drivers, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
c. Install the graphics card according to the video instructions for your computer at http://
www.hp.com/go/sml.
d. Congure the monitor. For details, see Windows® Help, or go to http://www.microsoft.com.
For monitor setup in Linux®, you can often use the settings tool for the graphics cards (for example,
NVIDIA® nvidia-settings). In some recent Linux releases, you must modify the window manager
system (for example, Gnome 3) preferences.
TIP: To simplify troubleshooting possible problems, enable the rst monitor, and be sure that it
works properly before you enable the next monitor.
Matching graphics cards to monitor connectors
The following table describes monitor conguration scenarios. See the illustration that most closely matches
your computer.
Table 3-1
Graphics cards and monitor connectors
Graphics card
interface
connector
Monitor connector
VGA DVI Dual Link DVI DisplayPort
(DP)
HDMI Mini DisplayPort
(mDP)
USB Type-C
DisplayPort
DisplayPort–to–
VGA adapter
(sold
separately)
DP–to–DVI
adapter
DP–to–DL DVI
adapter
DP cable
DP–to–HDMI
adapter
DP–to–mDP
cable
N/A
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