U2417H, daisy chain from HDMI?

Daisy chaining can only be done via DP or mDP from the computer. Any usage of HDMI, DVI, VGA will not work. You would have to setup like this =

Inspiron 3250 VGA out --> VGA to VGA cable --> VGA in/HDMI out converter --> HDMI to HDMI cable --> #1 U2417H HDMI in port

Inspiron 3250 HDMI out --> HDMI to HDMI cable --> HDMI in to DP out converter --> DP to mDP cable --> #2 U2417H mDP in

Or install a PCIe x16 video card that has either DP out or mDP out.

Thanks Chris.

I understand that since my new Dell Inspiron does not have DP out, I cannot utilize daisy chaining.

I also understand that I have to feed the monitors with two cables from the Inspiron.

What I do not understand is why can't I use one connection simply as follows:

Inspiron HDMI out  --> HDMI to HDMI cable  --> #1 U2417H HDMI in port

The second connection would be from vga out + converter to either DP or mDP.  Why are you advising the complicated and expensive setup ($114.99), while an HDMI cable will do?

As a reminder, the U2417H hs three in ports: HDMI; DP; mDP.

I did not mention using a VGA to DP/mDP active converter because I could not find one. If you do, post the link.

Sorry for the delay, I went snowboarding in Utah and wanted to test the ordered devise before posting.

Ii ended up with this simple and affordable solution:

Monitor #1:  HDMI out  -->  Standard HDMI cable      -->  HDMI In

Monitor #2:  VGA out    -->  VGA to HDMI converter  -->  HDMI In

Converter link $17.99:

www.amazon.com/.../ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

I chose above converter over the one you specified, because it does not require a separate VGA to VGA cable.

It works, but quality is somewhat degraded after the conversion. When I drag same window across the two monitors - one with direct HDMI connection and the other with VGA to HDMI via converter - I notice a visible difference in sharpness.

Bottom line: don't waste money on state-of-the-art monitors, unless you have adequate output to feed them. My U2417H are simply too good for the Inspiron 3250, or the Inspiron is a poor match for a pair of U2417H.

Good find!