Can I even DO Dual Monitor on T61 with 2054?

Did a search but my question is even more basic. Sorry - I'm a newbie here.
I just received a T61 with a 2054 docking station. I have successfully connected one external monitor that comes on when I boot up (with the lid closed). I have a 2nd monitor that I'd like to hook up, but don't see any place to attache it! (There is a monitor port on the T61 as well as the one on the 2054 but that doesn't seem to do anything.)
Maybe I don't have the correct hardware? Or is there an adaptor I need to buy? Can someone step me through this to see if this is even possible?
thanks
doug

Hi...I have the same question: 2 external monitors plus the laptop display on a T61.
I hope an expert has the answers.
I have researched several adapters, but I am not sure if they will work, and I am reluctant to shell out the money to experiment.

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