VGA Input

On the new computer I built, the monitor does not fit the rig. Why? There is no VGA slot on my computer, only two DVI slots. Are VGA slots somehow obsolete, being replaced by DVI? My old LCD has VGA slots (only) too. It worked fine with the monitor at the shop, so I do think it's the VGA cable. My graphics card is an EVGA GeForce 8800GTS Superclocked. I don't know much about this area of computers, but do I need a new monitor, or can I sort something out?

Keep in mind I can always send the monitor back for a refund. If I do need a new monitor, then what should I choose that will work?

EDIT: 15-pin D-subs (VGA) seem to be on every monitor. What do I do?

EDIT2: Yep, the graphics card is dual-DVI only.

DVI is a much, much better standard, as it preserves a digital signal from the graphics card to the monitor (but knowing that's useless to you, of course :grin2:)

There are DVI-VGA converters available quite cheaply; indeed most graphics cards should have come with several. Ask your system builder, or check the box.

You can pick up a converter at your local tech shop for about $3 US. It's just a small wedge shaped plastic dongle with ports on either side. Make sure you buy the right direction though, the smaller VGA port should have holes instead of pins.

:egypt:

Thank you VERY much to everyone, there is indeed a converter included in my GTS box. ~:)



Also, I'd like to say the computer runs very, very well. Thank you to everyone who has helped me out with this, the end result was a great product and I am very happy with it. ~:)

Good to hear, have fun :thumbsup: