Can I add a DVI connection to my desktop? Plz Help

[slazar77]

Hello, I purchased a Gateway GT5676 (specs: http://shopper.cnet.com/desktops/gateway-gt5676-phenom-x4/4014-3118_9-32976288.html) and I realized once I opened the box that it has an HDMI connection, but NO DVI connection. I would have liked to have an DVI connection instead, in order to hook it up to my 22 inch widescreen monitor (1680 * 1050), which does not have an HDMI input. Is there a way to add a DVI connection on the desktop? Is this connection only available on a good graphics card, which means I would have to replace it? If so, would I need to upgrade the power supply as well? This computer only comes with 300 W power supply, which is not great.

(The reason I bought this particular computer, for those who are wondering, is that I wanted to get an upgrade to my Pent. 4. I found the GT5676 at BestBuy for $449.99, on clearance. Advertised on their website is $679.99, so check out the store.

Thanks for any help.

 

[Kraynor]

You can get HDMI => DVI cables, I have one on my monitor which doesn't have a DVI input.

 

[titaniumcloud]

You can buy adapters for that stuff, like HMDI to DVI. Just make sure you get the genders right, like female HDMI to male DVI or whatever you need.

I had to get one because my monitor didn't have DVI, just VGA and HDMI. I was slightly annoyed.

 

[slazar77]

Thanks for the postings. This helped a lot. I had no idea that there are adaptors. Apparently I this is a commong issue.
Thanks