How do I connect a DVI monitor with only a VGA port available?

[Lesley_R]

I am trying to set up my new computer; however, my monitor has a DVI plug and the computer only has a VGA. Looking for help connecting the monitor. Thanks!

[Paul_Tikkanen]

Hi:

There is no info online showing the ports in the back of the PC, but doesn't it have an HDMI port as well as a VGA port?

If it does, you can get an HDMI to DVI video cable.

If you can post the product number of your PC, I may be able to get a better idea of what the back looks like.

The product number of the PC can normally be found on the same label as the serial number.

[banhien · Accepted solution]

@Lesley_R

Sorry for jumping in. I believe the following ports are at the back od your machine

Figure : Lubin back I/O panel

1. VGA
2. HDMI out
3. USB 3.0: 2
4. USB 2.0: 2
5. LAN (Ethernet)
6. Audio jacks

As @Paul_Tikkanen mentioned above, you can use HDMI - DVI cable to connect them. There are many around, from 50cm to few metres.

Regards.

[Lesley_R]

Thank you both. I will pick up the hdmi-dvi cable. 

[Paul_Tikkanen]

You're very welcome.

[Lesley_R]

It works 😊