How well does using this as a second monitor really work?
612801
Its garbage.. Ended up gettting so frustrated with it i destroyed it. Literally.. And threw it away. Remember you get what you pay for.
175141
I'm not sure if this will do exactly what you want, but some of my users use an application called "UltraMon" to assist in our multiple monitor environment. Google it for details.
871022
It will technically work. I bought this and it work, but it makes both the primary and secondary screens jumpy. Cures doesn't move as fast and leaves a trail. I also had a DVI output on my monitor so a I tired a converter for that as well, and had the same issue (I think I little clearer with the DVI. I'm trying to put up with it instead of having to buy a new HDMI monitor, but I might have to eventually!
1925071
Yes, this is exactly how I use it. I have it even set so that the monitor is the primary screen and the laptop is an extended second screen. Plus, I get the benefit of my regular keyboard and mouse all with two simple connections.
175143
The Asus monitor seems to work just like any other second monitor. What you are asking is not how I use it with Windows 7 or know how to do. I don't think it works that way with any Windows 7 setup. But in any event, how I use the second monitor is to have it work as a part of a larger, single environment. Window 7 calls it "extend". I open up the window I want in the first monitor, make sure it isn't maximized, and then drag it to the Asus monitor. Once you do that any future windows you wish to open with that application will go there. It doesn't matter where your mouse is.
451290
Yes, it works fine. I use this as a second monitor with my lap-top. You'll need high-resolution video and I use the HDMI interface. Gary
1170586
I use two for gaming. No it isn't the highest-end monitor and yes with the impending 4k rush it will become obsolete, but it is hard to beat the price point and any artifacts present don't inhibit me or my ability to enjoy gaming ;)
1262962
Dude, read my review (2nd one) "Should be 10 stars"... I use two, w/ two-30" monitors on EACH, so YES !!
96430
I only have Macs. So yes to macs. From my experience it's no different then hooking up a second monitor. Pc should also work fine.
644747
It does, but not well. You have to reboot the computer each time you want to switch to the external displays. Very frustrating...If anyone reads this comment and has found a way to resolve the issue, please message me!
2110537
I got this as a secondary monitor but it's actually very good. I also have the 120mhz BenQ. Side by side they are very similar although I can see the smoothness of the 120 mhz. Colors need to be adjusted out of the box.
2106350
The issue will be power, it uses two powered USB ports for power supply. The port on the monitor is a micro USB you could probably use alternate means of power. I don't have the power specs on hand to advise what would be best for alternative power.
810937
Oh this is a fantastic device. I use this for my laptop that does not have VGA port. It not only provide video, it does provide sound too. Great device.Yes you can use this as a second monitor. I use it for my laptop to projector for Karaoke.
64682
They seem consistent to me. I use it for CAD work and my second monitor is used mostly for menus. I did quick check by dragging a picture from one monitor to the other and I couldn't see any difference. I down loaded the software from NVidia and am able to have different color setting for each monitor, but have not needed to do so.
797218
I purchased one of these and it never worked. I went to the Belkin version and it works perfectly. I also have a second monitor at home with an HDMI input and used the Belkin version with HDMI and again worked great.
810938
Oh this is a fantastic device. I use this for my laptop that does not have VGA port. It not only provide video, it does provide sound too. Great device. Yes you can use this as a second monitor. I use it for my laptop to projector for Karaoke.
403364
I use mine for a second second monitor so I can dual screen. I have used both for different purposes. I like the cable because it takes up less space next to the computer, whereas with the adapter you have a weird box that can get in the way.