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    Is it possible to hook my laptop to my...

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by tk005x, Jul 18, 2006.

  1. tk005x

    tk005x Newbie

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    Not really sure if this question belongs here or not....

    I'm deciding between the Asus W3J and the Compal HEL80, I think I'm leaning towards the Asus W3J but I think the screen is too small for gaming but I really like the design and portability. So I was wondering if it was possible to hook it up to my dell monitor when I am in my dorm room..

    http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=us&l=en&s=dhs&cs=19&sku=320-4568

    Does hooking it up to an external monitor affect gaming performance in anyway?

    Thanks...
     
    tk005x, Jul 18, 2006
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  2. aestyrc

    aestyrc Notebook Guru

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    both have vgas, so unless the monitor only has a dvi cord itll work. I've never heard about delay, but if there was it'd probably be small and unnoticeable
     
    aestyrc, Jul 18, 2006
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  3. NetBrakr

    NetBrakr Notebook Deity

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    Indeed, there should be no problem hooking up to your Dell monitor.

    JC
     
    NetBrakr, Jul 18, 2006
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  4. tk005x

    tk005x Newbie

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    Thanks for the reply, I was also wondering if I should get a laptop cooler for the Asus? I might end up using it/playing quite alot on certain days...

    What kind of cooler would you guys recommend if I should get one?
     
    tk005x, Jul 18, 2006
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  5. SomethingLame

    SomethingLame Notebook Consultant

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    Well wait until You know if it gets too hot or not. Why spend money on something that might not be needed? There is a great chance that the laptop will play the games fine and imho they should/would build it to handle the heat even from gaming :p
     
    SomethingLame, Jul 18, 2006
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  6. Lil Mayz

    Lil Mayz Notebook Deity

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    Targus Coolpad. Just stick it underneath your notebook, and close the lid.

    And then hook it up via the VGA port.

    I recommend putting your notebook under the table or something.
     
    Lil Mayz, Jul 18, 2006
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