Have DVI-D dual-link, 2560x1440 monitor and Radeon 6950... cannot get to 2560x1440res

[soren32]

Hi all,

I just bought a new 27" lcd capable of going to 2560x1440 resolution (Auria from Microcenter), and I have both a Radeon 6950 and DVI-D dual link cable (Gigaware version). I'm currently using Windows 8 64bit.

I've tried everything to get the resolution to show 2560x1440, but nothing seems to work.

Any ideas?

 

[3DVagabond]

Well, there are often dual link and single link connections on cards. Are you sure you are using the correct one?

 

[Elixer]

What drivers are you using ?

 

[RussianSensation]

I think the top DVI is the dual-link one.

 

[blackened23]

Hi all,

I just bought a new 27" lcd capable of going to 2560x1440 resolution (Auria from Microcenter), and I have both a Radeon 6950 and DVI-D dual link cable (Gigaware version). I'm currently using Windows 8 64bit.

I've tried everything to get the resolution to show 2560x1440, but nothing seems to work.

Any ideas?

Are you sure it's DVI-DL? Check the pin out on the cable. DVI-DL for 2560x1440/1600 has a very specific pin out requirement, I have a feeling that your cable isn't actually DVI-DL. Also ensure that you're using the proper port on the card.

 

[Tweak155]

I think the top DVI is the dual-link one.

In either event, try the opposite slot.

Also as others said, make sure the cable is DVI-D. If you aren't sure, you can take a picture of one of the ends (showing the pins) and we can tell you!