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Matrox DualHead2Go Reviews

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$149.99

Simple installation, Compact design, Highly useful bundled software, Reasonable Price compared to... (laptoplogic.com)

About six months ago, I made a pretty big decision to buy a souped-up laptop to use as my primary... (crunchgear.com)

alaTest Review Summary for Matrox DualHead2Go

We have collected and analyzed 15 expert reviews and 31 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 82/100 and users rate it 74/100. The average review date is February 2, 2008. We have compared these reviews to 1549 reviews from other Other Hardware. Last update: November 21, 2009.

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46 reviews

November, 2009

82 / 100

15 Experts

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74 / 100

31 Users

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Expert Reviews (15)

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Matrox DualHead2Go Multi-Display Support...

By Dave Bethune (laptoplogic.com)

Looking for a dual monitor setup while using your laptop or conventional on-board graphics chip? Matrox has the solution that you have been looking for.

Simple installation, Compact design, Highly useful bundled software, Reasonable Price compared to other solutions, Simple installation, Compact design, Highly useful bundled software, Reasonable Price compared to other solutions

Matrox only officially supports Windows XP and 2000, Limited laptop/graphics chipset support, Matrox only officially supports Windows XP and 2000, Limited laptop/graphics chipset support

Once the unit is powered up, a small LED shines red to indicate unit power. As soon as a video signal is being received properly, the LED indicator light turns green to display unit functionality

Rating

66100

laptoplogic.com
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Review: Matrox DualHead2Go Digital Edition

By Doug Aamoth (crunchgear.com)

About six months ago, I made a pretty big decision to buy a souped-up laptop to use as my primary computer. In the past, I'd been using desktop systems supplemented with an inexpensive laptop for traveling but having various files spread out between ...

About to resign to the idea of two displays for life for the sake of...

Rating

90100

crunchgear.com
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Matrox DualHead2Go Digital Edition

By Darksaber (techpowerup.com)

Matrox made some waves with their GXM (Graphics eXpansion Modules) when they where first released, starting with the DualHead2Go. This module enabled dual monitor use with a single output. Their newest addition is the DualHead2Go Digital, which uses ...

Works great both in Windows and OS X, High quality cables, High quality enclosure, Can handle resolutions up to 1920x1200 on each display, Small LED on device for display status, USB powered, Solid software, Does not heat up, No Macrovision, Well ...

Not very cheap, OS X documentation not very good

Matrox has been in the Graphic card business quite some time and they were always known for producing superior image quality for everyday applications instead of best performance in 3D games. Their DualHead2Go series is another great example of ...

Rating

95100

techpowerup.com

User Reviews (31)

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Didnt work with Latest Unibody MacBook Pro "17 inch

By Thinkbiz (newegg.com)

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Found alot of online reviews that have this product polarized between complete failure and perfect solution. Sadly, It does not work with my MBP- no matter what video card I used (the mbp has 2 to choose from)

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Worked as Promised

By Eugene Keith (amazon.com)

Worked as Promised

I needed to add a couple of monitors to my desk for work flow requirements and after buying and installing this product I was very happy that it was so easy to install and configure. That's not always the case in the computer field. Good product and does...

US

Only supports limited number of resolutions

By Ghost (amazon.com)

Only supports limited number of resolutions

It looks like this device can only support 1024x768 (60, 75 and 85Hz) and 1280x1024 (60Hz) and as a result it can only natively support monitors with this resolution. I.e. if you have a different monitor you are out of luck.

Manufacturer's Description

DualHead2Go DP Edition is an external multi-monitor upgrade for laptops and desktop computers. This small black box is the perfect tool for any business or professional user looking to increase their productivity with an energy-efficient two monitor setup. DualHead2Go DP Edition offers native support for DisplayPort equipment, providing a pure digital signal from system to monitors. It connects to the system's DisplayPort output and supports a wide range of resolutions - up to 3840x1200 (dual...

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