Single DVI connection to DVI - DVI - Y cable hook up

I have an HP Envy H8 1500 DT - with an AMD FX(tm)-6120- Six Core Processor running WIN 8.1 - and thought I could connect two DVI monitors to my one DVI port on this machine by using a DVI Y Cable. Both monitors work with the cable but the option in preference - says it can't detect two monitors? Do I need another device/adapter?

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I understand you are trying to connect two monitors to your HP Envy h8-1500 Desktop PC. I am providing you with an HP Support document: Using Two or More Monitors with One Computer (Windows 8), which will walk you through setting up two monitors on your computer. Keep in mind the document is also for Windows 8.1 not just Windows 8.
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Hello @gregw54,
I understand that you are looking to use two monitors on your desktop computer, and I would be happy to assist you in this matter!
To ensure that your display environment is configured correctly, I recommend following the steps in this document on Using Two or More Monitors with One Computer in Windows 7.
Please re-post with the results of your troubleshooting, and I look forward to your reply!
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