PC Monitor/Video card compatibility? (Read 461 times)

Dust

#1 December 12, 2008, 11:59:20 pm
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This may seem like a stupid question, but will there be any compatibility issues if I buy a new monitor but have a really old video card? I know the video card might not be able to reach the max resolution of the monitor, but other than that, could there be any issues??

I am upgrading from a 17 inch CRT to a 22 inch LCD monitor.
This is the new monitor:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824009138

I'm almost 100% sure there will be no issues, and the real reason I am asking is just for confirmation. Don't think I'm an idiot that thinks his computer will blow up because he gets a new monitor.
Last Edit: December 13, 2008, 12:10:34 am by Dust
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#2 December 13, 2008, 12:10:55 am
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There shouldn't really be any issues.
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#3 December 13, 2008, 12:28:33 am
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VGA is a universal standard so if the plug fits, it should work.
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