Can I connect two non-TB external displays to a new MBP?

Looking to pick up a new MBP and I would like to connect two non-Thunderbolt monitors, they are nice but WAY too expensive, and I'm wondering if this is possible.  I know I can use Matrox Head2Go line of products, but I would like to avoid shelling out another 2-300 on other hardware if I can avoid it. 
So any other ways to drive two monitors?   I'm surprised there is no Thunderbolt -> DVI adapter or something.  Heck maybe there is, but I haven't seen it yet.
Thanks

here is the adapter your were looking for http://store.apple.com/us/product/MB570Z/A
you'll also need to consider getting something that supports usb to dvi which will make your third monitor connnected via a usb port. This uses DisplayLink Drivers which let you connect a monitor via usb. Warning, it does not have full support for Lion yet.
I'm using the arkview usb display adapter. there are other on the market, they all use DisplayLink. And since I'm on Lion I'm waiting for DisplayLink to fix their drivers to work on it (it's been a struggle).
If you're on Snow Leopard it will do you well to stay on it. .
you could get on Thunderbolt display and then connect a monitor to that with the dongle I showed you. Then you will have no issues with Lion and your three displays.
Thunderbolt tech is new and new adapters will be coming out for it, especially something that handles mutliple screens. but you'll have to wait for this technology to be made.

Similar Messages

  • Can I connect two iMacs and share displays?

    I have two iMacs, one is a 21.5" and the other is maybe a year newer 27". Is there a way I can connect them, share displays and switch between the two? If so what do I need to make it happen? Thanks so much in advance!

    Depending on your exact models of iMacs, you may be able to:
    Take a read here:
    Target Display Mode: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Apple Support

  • Can I connect two USB external hdds at once?

    Can I connect two external hdds by USB at once and then transfer between the two?

    Yes. The practical limit is 126 drives (you need the appropriate USB hub to do that, of course )

  • How do I connect an external Display to the new MC814XX/A

    I can't find a port for an external display in the NEW Imac 27" Mid 2011 (MC814XX/A)... I'm trying to connect my Cintiq to it. How do I work arround this?

    You need an adapter cable that plugs into the Thunderbolt port.  The Minidisplay port to HDMI or MDP to DVI will work.  Then you plug a HDMI cable (or DVI) into that adapter and the TV.
    Regards,
    Captfred
    http://store.apple.com/us/product/H1824ZM/A/Moshi_Mini_DisplayPort_to_HDMI_Adapt er

  • Can i connect two monitors to my mac book pro with HDMI?

    can i connect two monitors to my mac book pro with HDMI?

    I retract my previous "No." If you can live with limited performance (slow refresh/choppy action video/no gaming) on the second external monitor, you could use a USB video adapter and a DVI-HDMI adapter to connect it to a USB port on your computer.
    http://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/VIDU2DVIA/
    Just a note about the system information that appears below your post: iOS 4.3.3 does not run on Macs, only on iPods, iPads and iPhones. When you're posting about your MBP, it would be more useful to those responding to know which version of Mac OS X you're running. Doesn't matter for purposes of this post, but something to remember for future posts.

  • Can I connect two firewire devices?

    Ideally, I need two firewire devices running at the same time: One camera to capture footage and one firewire external hard disk for the media files (about 160 GB).
    a) I've been told that I need a firewire external disc, because a USB hard disk would slow down the editing in Final Cut. Is this true?
    b) If so, can I connect two firewire devices to my MBP (74.53 GB internal hard disk), which has only one 400 Firewire port?

    1. Yes, FireWire is faster than USB. However, it would be better to edit on your main hard drive. Use the external drive just for storage and backup.
    2. You can chain up to 255 FireWire devices provided the total power requirements did not exceed the port's capabilities. A single FireWire drive and a camera shouldn't be a problem. However, you should know that some FireWire cameras may not play well with other FireWire devices. If you find apparent problems when both are connected to the port, then you may need to use each separately. In this case you may need to put the hard drive on a USB port while the camera is connected to the FireWire port unless the camera also supports transfers on USB 2.0.

  • Can I connect two apple tv on same network and same apple ID at a time ?

    Can I connect two apple tv on same network and same apple ID at a time ?

    Welcome to the  Discussion Forums.
    Yes you can do all that without needing to keep plugging things in and out. You will still need to manually turn on the receiver and turn down the volume from the tv though.

  • Can I connect two monitors to a Mac Mini?

    Can I connect two Monitors to a mac mini

    Yes, but how depends on what model of Mini and what kind of monitors.  Early models only had one monitor port.  Later models had a Mini-DVI port and a Mini-Displayport.  Current models have a Mini-Displayport and a HDMI port.  The Mini-DVI and Mini-Displayport can attach VGA or DVI monitors, whereas the HDMI port can't use VGA monitors.
    Beyond that, you can get Matrox's DualHead2Go or a USB->VGA or USB->DVI adapter.  The Matrox product is a bit expensive and the USB adapters are a bit to slow for games and such.  So, again, the answer is "yes", but with limitations

  • HT5219 how can I connect two thunderbolt monitors to my macmini in windows 8 and bootcamp? Works fine in OSX

    how can I connect two thunderbolt monitors to my macmini in windows 8 and bootcamp? Works fine in OSX

    Did you try to hook up both monitors to the Belkin adaptor? Trying will determine if your monitor has a bad input port. See if the Belkin adaptor is the problem. I have never used that specific adaptor, but I have always had luck with the Dr. Bott's DVI for ADC adaptor. Best of luck.
    www.drbott.com

  • I can't connect two shapes in Pages for IPAD, why?

    I was writing a document  in Pages for IPAD and i try to make an organichart, but i can't connect two shapes (two squares) with the "connecting line", i try many times in different ways, but never work. So i decide to try to connect two shape in Keynote for IPAD and in work perfectly.
    What i'm doing wrong in Pages for IPAD?
    thanks in advance
    Juan Pablo

    I found the option that you mention!, and it works!! thank you very much!
    BUT..... i have to change it manually for each object, either when insert the object or copy/paste the object!
    is there any way to set it before I insert and object?
    thanks again
    Juan Pablo.

  • Can I connect two macs with thunder bolt ?

    can i connect two macs with thunderbolt like I do with firewire and IP? I don't want to transfer files by using the control "T" at startup . I want use VNC to control one mac from the other and use thunderbolt vs ethernet.
    thanks for any help

    You can connect the two.  Whether you can use VNC, I have no idea.
    http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC913ZM/A
    Ciao.

  • Can I connect MacMini 2009 to Thunderbolt Display with Adapter Cable

    Can I connect MacMini 2009 to Thunderbolt Display with Adapter Cable (Mini Display to Thunderbolt Adapter)

    Sorry but no you can't.
    Only Macs with ThunderBolt ports can be used with the ThunderBolt Display and the 2009 Mac Mini doesn't have a ThunderBolt port.
    Which computers can I use with my Thunderbolt display?
    Stefan

  • Can I connect two computers to one device?

    Can I connect two computers to one device? I am trying to have them control different aspects of the experiment that I'm running.

    That depends upon the device. If it's GPIB, you could
    use the E-NET card to convert it to LAN. That would
    allow control by many computers. The only problem with
    that might be sychronization. That is, Computer 1 does
    its setup. Then Computer 2 does a reset. Compuer 1's
    setup is now gone.
    As another poster suggested, you could always network
    between the two computers.
    [email protected]

  • Can i connect two iphone, just to update software, on one itune install

    Can I connect two i phones to one itunes installation. With two itunes account.

    Yes.  Best option is to create additional Windows user account and each user account will maintain their seperate iTunes Apple ID.
    Refer to this article:
    How to use multiple iPods, iPads, or iPhones with one computer
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1495

  • I can't seem to run 3 external displays of off my MacBook Pro 13inc with Retina.

    I can't seem to run 3 external displays of off my MacBook Pro 13inc with Retina (2.8GHz Intel Core i7, 16GB 1600 MHz DDR3, 512GB SD driven, OS X 10.9.3) It only picks ups 2 displays. I also have a 15inch Mac Book Pro with Retina that can run all 3 screens. Any suggestions, please?

    The late 2013 MacBook Pro Retina 13 inch screen model can power three external displays in addition to its own.
    Here is a video showing three external displays working; 1 HDMI, 1 MiniDisplay Port, and 1 thru USB using a Startech external video card to DVI adapter. All the external displays are old 23 inch Apple Cinema Displays hooked up thru each monitor's Apple Display Connector (ADC), then to Apple ADC to DVI adapters, then a third adapter (HDMI, USB, MiniDisplayport). So ADC/ADC to DVI/DVI to whatever/MacBook. The monitors are probably older than some of the users on this board. The USB to DVI external card/adapter is what makes it work, and it's less than $70 online.
    http://youtu.be/ys_Glzkh0aE

Maybe you are looking for