HP Z210 Convertible Minitower-Workstation - Manual (Page 28)

NOTE: HP Z Workstations do not support all graphics cards. Make sure a new graphics
card is supported before purchasing it. To find out how to list supported graphics cards and
get other information, see Finding supported graphics cards on page 21 .
◦ The maximum number of monitors that a graphics card supports depends on the card.
Most cards provide outputs for two monitors, some graphics cards provide three or four
outputs.
NOTE: Many graphics cards provide more than two monitor outputs but limit you to
using only two at a time. Consult the graphics card documentation or look up
information on the card according to the procedure in Finding supported graphics cards
on page 21 .
NOTE: Some graphics cards support multiple monitors by multiplexing the monitor
signal across multiple outputs. This may reduce graphics performance. Consult the
graphics card documentation or look up information on the card according to the
procedure in Finding supported graphics cards on page 21 .
◦ Make sure the card outputs match the input required by the monitors. (See Identifying
monitor connection requirements on page 22 .)
◦ The different models of HP Z Workstations have different limits on the mechanical size,
data speed, and power available for additional graphics cards. In addition, the usual
practical limit for graphics cards is two per computer. Refer to the Expansion card slot
identification on page 41 section to make sure a new graphics card will work for your
computer.
3. If you find that you must add a new graphics card or cards:
a. Determine which HP-supported graphics card will best fit your needs in terms of number of
monitors, compatibility with the monitors you plan to use, and performance. To find out more
about supported graphics cards, see Finding supported graphics cards on page 21 .
b. Make sure you have the correct drivers for the graphics card.
c. Install the first graphics card as per the instructions in this manual. (See Installing PCI/PCIe
devices on page 41 .)
d. Configure the monitor in Windows (see Configuring the monitors using Microsoft® operating
systems on page 23 ) or with a third-party configuration tool (see Using a third-party
graphics configuration utility on page 24 ).
TIP: To simplify troubleshooting of possible problems, enable the monitors one at a time,
i.e., enable the first monitor and then make sure the card, connections, and monitor all work
properly before enabling the next monitor.
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