Connect a computer DVI output to a monitor DisplayPort input

[fleetchief]

I have a 22" LENOVO Monitor, which at present is connected using a VGA cable. This monitor will rotate into Portrait format, which would be ideal for my graphics work, but I want to be able to use its hi-res DisplayPort input. All the adapters I've researched, are for connecting a computer DisplayPort output to a monitor DVI input, the reverse of what I need. I only require a video capability and am not interested in the DisplayPort audio capabilities. I realise I could purchase an add-in graphics board that has a DisplayPort output, but this together with a DisplayPort cable would be a comparatively expensive solution.

 

[Smudgy]

oops shouldve read post better does your monitor have dvi input? if it does another ? onboard mobo graphics or separated gpu?

 

[fleetchief]

No. The monitor only has VGA & DisplayPort input.

 

[Smudgy]

this should work http://cables4sure.com/6ft-display-port-to-dvi-cable.html?gclid=Cj0KEQiAreilBRDzrNfb6uqX4fwBEiQAk-MRY9KaYRgD76GTuiXpuZCuHf4_Uw6RAS3KD-g6d-7tpckaAnDp8P8HAQ

 

[Smudgy]

if you have a dvi-d port on comp then use a dual link dvi-d to display port cable https://www.google.com/webhp?sourceid=chrome-instant&rlz=1C1CHFX_enUS598US598&ion=1&espv=2&ie=UTF-8#q=dvi%20port%20resolution%3F this will help

 

[fleetchief]

this should work http://cables4sure.com/6ft-display-port-to-dvi-cable.html?gclid=Cj0KEQiAreilBRDzrNfb6uqX4fwBEiQAk-MRY9KaYRgD76GTuiXpuZCuHf4_Uw6RAS3KD-g6d-7tpckaAnDp8P8HAQ

I contacted Cables4sure and they confirmed that that cable would do what I wanted, but when I followed up with an order I couldn't enter Canada as country. Sent them an email and they confirmed they only ship to the U.S.A. I'm trying to organise a friend, who lives in New York, to take delivery and then forward it on to me.

I'm amazed that one of several Canadian cable/adapter manufacturers does not make such a cable.

Cheers,

Ed

 

[Smudgy]

my suggestion ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-6ft-1-8m-DisplayPort-DP-to-DVI-D-Male-HD-1080p-Monitor-Adapter-Black-Cable-/371238713265?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item566f8d37b1 hope that helps

 

[Smudgy]

another http://www.ebay.com/itm/6FT-Display-Port-DP-Male-to-DVI-Male-Cable-Cord-Adapter-Gold-Plated-1080P-HD-/131407281525?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item1e987bfd75

 

[fleetchief]

my suggestion ebay http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-6ft-1-8m-DisplayPort-DP-to-DVI-D-Male-HD-1080p-Monitor-Adapter-Black-Cable-/371238713265?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item566f8d37b1 hope that helps

Hi Smudgy,

I contacted Rocketfish (the manufacturer) and they came back and said it wouldn't work as it is designed to connected a computer displayport output to a monitor DVI input. They also confirmed they don't make one for my need. There must be a difference in the pin connections between the ends. I'm hoping my friend in New York can get me the one from Florida, though I am starting to suspect that it is the same as ll the others and is the wrong way round.
I've got a feeling that the only solution is an add-in video card.

Regards,

Ed

 

[Smudgy]

sorry to hear that i tried well imo gives you the excuse to upgrade to a new gpu. being a male here i use any excuse i can to upgrade like the cat sat to close to my computer lol

 

[javaxprt]

I have a 22" LENOVO Monitor, which at present is connected using a VGA cable. This monitor will rotate into Portrait format, which would be ideal for my graphics work, but I want to be able to use its hi-res DisplayPort input. All the adapters I've researched, are for connecting a computer DisplayPort output to a monitor DVI input, the reverse of what I need. I only require a video capability and am not interested in the DisplayPort audio capabilities. I realise I could purchase an add-in graphics board that has a DisplayPort output, but this together with a DisplayPort cable would be a comparatively expensive solution.

Hey, I am in the same situation and can't find the right cable. Have you found the solution (cable) to hook it up?