Question 1

does it have a HDMI or DVI?

Accepted Answer

it does not have hdmi but it does have dvi. and no worry dvi is the same as hdmi just without the sound!

Question 2

Is it mountable? Can you take the stand off and connect it to a multiple monitor stand?

Accepted Answer

i bought a (Vivo STAND-V002 Heavy Duty Adjustable Dual LCD Monitor Desk Mount Stand, Fits 2 Screens 13"-27") and it works perfectly with this monitor, and yes you can take off the stand that comes with this monitor. so the answer to your question is YES

Question 3

Is this good for gaming? If so I will most likely buy 2 of them!

Accepted Answer

I do not use it for Gaming, but it has held up really well for my use as a Second Monitor.

Question 4

Does the monitor pivot to portrait?

Accepted Answer

I don't see the monitor mount being able to turn that way. However it does look like it has VESA mounting if you get a mount for it, then it should work.

Question 5

Is the bezel around the screen glossy or matte?

Accepted Answer

Glossy.

Question 6

Whats the max refresh rate? 60hz? 75hz?

Accepted Answer

It's 60hz.  Bought 3 of the monitors for Nvidia Surround.  Very happy with them.  Lots of flexibility in modes, adjusting, etc.

Question 7

What is the refresh rate of this monitor?

Accepted Answer

The rate is every 6ms for Grey to Grey, it is satisfactory but is not what serious gamers would chose.

Question 8

Does this support HDCP?

Accepted Answer

Yes it does, see Benq web site specs on the GW2255 at 
http://www.benq.us/product/monitor/gw2255/specifications

Question 9

Does this support HDCP? So I could use it with a console for example?

Accepted Answer

Oops i was talking about a diffferent monitor

Question 10

Does it come with a DVI cable?

Accepted Answer

No

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