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    Is the M17X R3 compatible with external 120hz monitors?

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Ranma13, Apr 22, 2011.

  1. Ranma13

    Ranma13 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello all, is the Dell M17X R3 compatible with external 120hz monitors that don't have HDMI 1.4a? If so, is it possible to use it with the internal IR transmitter, but use the external monitor? Or will I have to buy the Nvidia 3D Vision Kit?
     
    Ranma13, Apr 22, 2011
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    Trying to understand what you are asking lol

    The 3D R3 comes with installed IR transmitter, the 3D version will output 3D to an ext monitor and the R3 has many connection options, none 3d machines do not have any 3D hardware installed so an external kit is required
     
    Geoffxx, Apr 23, 2011
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    Let me elaborate. I'm referring to the 3D model. I have two questions:

    1. Is it possible to hook up the M17X R3 to an external 120hz monitor? If so, which connector do you use? 120hz monitors expect a dual link DVI output from the computer, but the M17X only has VGA, HDMI, and mini-DisplayPort.

    2. Assuming that it is possible to hook it up to an external 120hz monitor, can I leave the laptop lid open so as to expose the IR transmitter, but use the external monitor instead of the laptop display? Or does this not work?
     
    Ranma13, Apr 23, 2011
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    LVNeptune Notebook Virtuoso

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    It's possible, use a Mini-DP->Dual Link DVI adapter...works great.

    And yes, you can use the internal IR emitter.
     
    LVNeptune, Apr 24, 2011
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    Which Mini-DP to dual link DVI adapter would work with the M17X? The only one I've been able to find is the Apple one.
     
    Ranma13, Apr 30, 2011
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    bump

    (I too am looking at how to get 3D working with a 120 external, will, and if not, an HDMI cable work?)
     
    RED-XIV, May 3, 2011
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    LVNeptune, May 4, 2011
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