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    vga tv out capability

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by mears54321, Nov 21, 2008.

  1. mears54321

    mears54321 Newbie

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    I am wondering if my laptop has vga tv out capability so i can watch my computer screen on my tv. i'm not sure what model my computer is but next to the power button it says inspiron b130.
     
    mears54321, Nov 21, 2008
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  2. Erokitsune

    Erokitsune Notebook Consultant

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    you have a VGA port, what ports does your tv have?

    if it has a vga port then yes it will hook up easily, if you have a hdmi you can look for a vga> dvi adaptor and a dvi > hdmi cable

    If you just have an RCA

    http://www.cablesnmor.com/vga-rca-composite-cables.aspx

    should work for you
     
    Erokitsune, Nov 21, 2008
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  3. David

    David NBR Random Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    Yup, all laptop VGA/HDMI/DVI are output ports so you can definitely view your use your TV as an external monitor. Like Erokitsune mentioned, you'll probably need an adapter if your TV can only accept HDMI or DVI. These can be purchased pretty cheaply from ebay or newegg. :)
     
    David, Nov 21, 2008
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