I use a parhelia. It can do 3 monitors, no prob, but I use 2 BIG monitors running at the higher 2048X1536 pixels. This provides more screen real estate than 3 monitors running at the lower resolutions. And yes.... it's AWESOME for games too Edit: With three monitors, you run at 3840X1024 = 3.9 million pixels At 2048X1536 = 3.1 million pixels. I was wrong But it sure seems like more space to me... heh peace axeman
yeah, after a few weeks of using the Parhelia in triple head stretched mode last year, I decided to just dedicate to dual head mode with a very high resolution and am much happier with this layout. Granted, I could have just used the G450, but I also like the option of putting it back into triple head mode at some date if I decide to only put charts on this desktop...
I recommend the Matrox G200MMS Quad Cards.I know you only want a graphics Card for 3 monitors but if you buy a Quad Card you can run 3 monitors and will have the option of adding a 4th monitor at a later stage if you want,you get brilliant deals on Ebay.
I didn't want to start a new thread unless I had to, so I thought I would just post my Q to this thread. Reading the last post it would seem that the Matrox G200MMS Quad card would be a wise choice in a card for multiple monitors, especially taking into account future exandability. My current setup consists of one (1) (I know....it is painful) Gateway FPD1730, a 17" LCD monitor which I like very much. I recently picked up another identical monitor from eBay for a good price, so now I will soon have two (I can't wait!). My question is....will the Matrox G200MMS Quad work with these two monitors? I do not think they are digital monitors (although is there any quick way I can tell?), but they are perfect for what I need right now. In a year or so, I would like to be able to sell these and get three high-end Samsung 19" monitors, so, at that time, will I be able to use the Matrox G200MMS Quad with them? Also, while I do not want to drop another 300-500 at the moment for some slick looking 3 monitor rack-360 degree moveable arm setup, but I do like the ones at Ergotron.com....however, since I know there has to be companies out there that make similar products, does anyone know of a cheaper but just as reliable way to mount 2 (and ultimately 3 monitors) with a product from a different vendor (other than ergotron.com)? All help is greatly appreciated!! Parker
Charting: What did you pay for the 9700Pro? Very $$$ now. Was considering going with the 9600Pro and PCI 7500. Just wonder if these cards are to much for regular trading and surfing. TI4200 great card but out of stock everywhere. Newer FX line not as good. mktman
http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProdu...=48&manufactory=1291&DEPA=1&sortby=14&order=1 I've driven FIVE G450's in one 'puter for years w/o any probs . G450 or G550 .. <100 bucks (free shipping) ps get only one AGP and rest PCI http://www.matrox.com/mga/products/mill_g450/pci.cfm
COMP-USA is selling the 64mb Nvidia-based chipset "Prowler" MX 400SE by Mad Dog for only $29.99 with the $50.00 rebates. Normally: $79.99 I currently use it to support a third monitor and it works great. The chipset and card even comes with a fan on it!
From the Matrox website: Key features: Matrox G200 graphics chip Single PCI card for Dual or Quad output Support for Dual or Quad Analog or Digital PanelLink® output Optional Integrated TV tuner and video capture support Up to 32 MB of memory 250 MHz RAMDAC for flicker-free displays Maximum analog resolution per display: 1920x1200 Maximum digital resolution per display: 1280 x 1024 Support for up to 16 monitors (Quad board only) Several multi-monitor software management features Customizable unattended install nitro