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PNY Quadro NVS 290 graphics card with DMS-59 connector and dual VGA adapter

PNY Technologies, Inc.

PNY Technologies, Inc. Quadro NVS 290 256MB DDR2 handheld pcs accessory

SKU CH-Y57S-QNETQ

Professional dual-display graphics board with 256 MB DDR2 memory, PCI Express x16 interface and DMS-59 connector supporting up to 2048 x 1536 at 85 Hz

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  • Professional 2D multi-display performance with NVIDIA unified architecture
  • Microsoft Vista ready with full Aero support via 256MB DDR2 frame buffer
  • Dual VGA output up to 2048 x 1536 at 85Hz using included DMS-59 adapter
  • PCI Express x16 compatibility for broad workstation integration
  • Reliable business graphics solution for corporate multi-monitor environments

Professional Multi-Display Graphics

The PNY Quadro NVS 290 is a professional graphics board built for x16 PCI Express slots. It targets business users who need stable, multi-monitor productivity in 2D applications. The 256MB DDR2 frame buffer enables the full Windows Aero interface. It connects two displays via the included DMS-59 to dual VGA adapter cable.

Low-Profile Thermal Design

The card uses a passive heatsink that operates without a fan, keeping the system completely silent during typical office workloads. Power draw stays modest enough for standard small-form-factor workstations without requiring auxiliary connectors. This thermal approach suits dense deployments where noise and extra cabling are undesirable.

Entry-Level 2D Upgrade Path

The NVS 290 replaces integrated graphics or older single-output cards when dual-monitor support at 2048 x 1536 85Hz is required. The jump is worth it for professionals managing multiple desktop applications or financial terminals across two screens. It is not suited for 3D modelling, CAD rendering or compute workloads that need larger memory or modern shader architecture.

Highlights

  • Professional 2D multi-display performance with NVIDIA unified architecture
  • Microsoft Vista ready with full Aero support via 256MB DDR2 frame buffer
  • Dual VGA output up to 2048 x 1536 at 85Hz using included DMS-59 adapter
  • PCI Express x16 compatibility for broad workstation integration
  • Reliable business graphics solution for corporate multi-monitor environments

Specifications

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Questions about this item

How do I connect two monitors to the DMS-59 port on this Quadro NVS 290?

Plug the supplied DMS-59 to dual VGA adapter cable into the card bracket, then attach each monitor to a VGA connector on the splitter.

Will the 256MB DDR2 frame buffer need replacement later?

The memory is soldered to the board and not user-replaceable; the card only requires occasional dust removal from the heatsink.

What resolution limit appears first when driving dual displays continuously?

Each VGA output supports up to 2048 x 1536 at 85Hz, so that resolution ceiling is reached before any memory bottleneck.

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