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You can use either input to use the monitor as long as you have the correct cable. HD15 to DVI can be converted and so can HDMI to DVI. Only hold up is the type of DVI. There are three types and I cannot remember for sure the designation but I believe there is an I, S and a D. The device will have to be able to display in a matching format.
Assuming you have not already upgraded the system, you will need to add a video card with DVI output to your computer. You need a PCI-e x16 card and to make sure to either upgrade your power supply or choose a card that will not exceed the power supply's capacity. The original Power supply provided 305W (max.).
The alternative is to simply attach a DVI to VGA converter and stick with the on-board VGA only output but send it through the DVI port on the monitor.
I hope this helps.
Cindy Wells (you should pay attention to heat issues if you add a video card; I've generally found that ATI cards run a bit cooler than nVidia cards for the same generation/performance.)
Try un-installing the adobe acrobat reader program and reinstalling it. If you have XP it is in ADD/REMOVE programs in the control panel. If you have Vista it is in Programs and features in the control panel. Then go to adobe's website and download the newest FREE Acrobat Reader. Make sure you un-check to get the FREE toolbar, as they are usually junk and cause more problems then they help.
When the DVI self-test screen is up, it is indicating monitor is in DVI mode.
2. If that doesn't work, try a DVI to analog converter on the DVI port on the monitor and connect the analog cable to the converter. See if you get any video that way.
3. If you can access the On-Screen Display (OSD Menu) perform a factory reset.
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