How do I enable the the iGPU on a Intel® Core™ i7-8700 Processor?

[jaysonihs]

Hello everyone.

Here's some background: I have minimum/moderate computer knowledge and I have been trying to figure out how I can enable the iGPU on my computer. It has a Intel® Core™ i7-8700 Processor which from what I have seen should be able to have the integrated graphics. I have 3 monitors currently and 1 of them supports PBP. Unfortunately I only have a graphics card with 3 slots and replacing it is not an option at this time. There is a HDMI port on my motherboard & I have been trying to figure out how to get it working. I have been in the BIOS multiple times trying to find the correct option to no avail.

Questions:
1. If I enable the integrated graphics will my graphics card ports still work as my motherboard has only 1 port?

2. If all 4 ports will still work how do I enable the correct setting?

Thanks in advance ☺️!

[AlHill]

Your motherboard should provide video settings for your onboard graphics or video card or both.

If it does not, contact your motherboard/system manufacturer for assistance.

Also, on some systems, inserting a video card will disable the onboard graphics.  Again, if this is the case, contact your motherboard manufacturer.

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
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[Jooli]

To enable the integrated GPU (iGPU) on your Intel® Core™ i7-8700 processor and use it alongside your dedicated graphics card (dGPU), here’s what you need to do:

1. Yes, enabling the iGPU should not disable your dedicated graphics card's ports. You can use both the ports on your graphics card and the motherboard simultaneously, allowing you to connect multiple monitors. However, this setup depends on whether your motherboard and BIOS support enable both the iGPU and the dGPU at the same time.

2. Steps to enable iGPU:

   • Enter the BIOS: Restart your computer and press the key (commonly "DEL" or "F2") to enter BIOS.

   • Locate the iGPU or Multi-Monitor setting: In the BIOS, look for a setting related to "iGPU," "Integrated Graphics," "Internal Graphics," or "Multi-Monitor." This option is typically under the "Advanced" or "Chipset" section.

   • Enable the iGPU or Multi-Monitor feature: Once you find the setting, change it from "Disabled" to "Enabled." This allows your motherboard’s HDMI port to function alongside your dedicated graphics card.

   • Save and Exit: Save your changes and exit the BIOS.

3. After enabling the iGPU, connect your 4th monitor to the HDMI port on the motherboard. Upon booting into Windows, you may need to install Intel’s integrated graphics drivers (if they aren’t installed already) to get everything working smoothly.

4. Check Windows Display Settings: Go to "Display Settings" to configure your monitors. You should now see all four displays listed if everything is set up correctly.

[AlHill]

@Jooli   Just anotherr chastgpt answer.

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
[If you find any Intel driver you might need, download and save it now.]