Question HELP PLEASE My Monitor is 144 Hz, but doesn't let me go to 144 Hz

[daniel.avital62]

https://www.amazon.com/Acer-GN246HL-Bbid-24-Inch-Display-x/dp/B00KO4518I

That's my monitor ^^

So basically I would go to NVIDIA Control panel after right clicking my desktop, it will not let me change refresh rate above 60Hz, so I made a custom res, and I made it 144 then my monitor says no input or not supported or something like that and will go black.
I feel like something is restricting my monitor but what is it?
Please help! Thanks!

 

[Glenwing]

Please read section 0 here: https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/how-to-connect-to-a-120-hz-display.3268285/

 

[daniel.avital62]

Please read section 0 here: https://forums.tomshardware.com/threads/how-to-connect-to-a-120-hz-display.3268285/

Uh, this monitor doesn't have a display port plugin.

 

[Glenwing]

Uh, this monitor doesn't have a display port plugin.

Yes, that is why you must follow the instructions in section 0 of the thread I linked to connect to it.

EDIT: I suspect you are mixed up about notation. Please read section 1.2 as well.

 

[daniel.avital62]

Just to make sure, my monitor has no DisplayPort plugin, HDMI doesn't work with 144HZ, so my only option is DVI, what kind of DVI Cable can I use? Can you send me a link for Amazon or something?

 

[Glenwing]

Just to make sure, my monitor has no DisplayPort plugin, HDMI doesn't work with 144HZ, so my only option is DVI, what kind of DVI Cable can I use? Can you send me a link for Amazon or something?

What kind of DisplayPort adapters can I use?

Getting 1080p 144 Hz on a DP to DVI connection requires specialized adapters. You cannot use normal $10 DP to DVI adapters.

You need to use a DUAL-LINK ACTIVE ADAPTER, which usually costs around $80–$100 USD.

Please note, you cannot use just any "active adapter". It must be a DUAL-LINK active adapter. Not all DP to DVI active adapters are Dual-Link.​

Do you have any suggestions for DisplayPort to DVI adapters?

Yes. I have tested the following DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI active adapter. It works up to 144 Hz at 1080p:
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-BIZLINK-DisplayPort-Adapter-Powered/dp/B003XYBA72/

However, be warned that DP to DL-DVI active adapters are not very reliable and should only be considered as a last resort. It is strongly recommended to return the monitor and get one that has an actual DisplayPort input port rather than use these adapters.​

That adapter is really expensive, are there any other options?

None that I'm aware of (as of March 2019), otherwise I would have mentioned them. However, you can usually find the adapter I linked above for cheaper used on eBay. The same adapter is rebranded and sold under several different brands (Dell, Bizlink, Startech, Accell), so shop around for the best price.​

 

[daniel.avital62]

My graphics card and monitor have DVI input can I just use that

 

[Glenwing]

My graphics card and monitor have DVI input can I just use that

Yes. Your monitor should have come with one, but if not you can use this:

Amazon.com: BlueRigger DVI to DVI Cable (6 Feet, Monitor Cable, Dual Link, Male to Male, Black): Home Audio & Theater

Buy BlueRigger DVI to DVI Cable (6 Feet, Monitor Cable, Dual Link, Male to Male, Black): DVI Cables - Amazon.com ✓ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases

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[daniel.avital62]

Everything works! 144 HZ, I LOVE YOU THANK YOU SO MUCH