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z61t with external LCD monitor

Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by byteflow, Oct 5, 2006.

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Hi all.

I am considering getting a z61t -- I'm also interested in setting up a LCD monitor (most likely a 17" or 19") to connect to it.

Now, I read in the reviews that the z61t does not have a DVI output, even with the advanced dock.

So, firstly, does anyone have any experience with connecting this Thinkpad to an external LCD display ? Is the VGA output satisfactory/sufficient to drive a 19" ? Or is VGA going to be
too "weak" for any decent LCD monitor ?

And secondly, does anyone have any experience doing the same with Linux running on the z61t ?

Thanks in advance.

byteflow, Oct 5, 2006

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Lil Mayz Notebook Deity

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VGA will be perfect. You won't be able to tell the difference using VGA and DVI. I use a Dell 2405FPW monitor via VGA which is 24" and the image is flawless. You should have no problems.

Lil Mayz, Apr 28, 2007

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ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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My R60 which also has the Intel 950 GPU does not work with the DVI on the dock. I have heard the same on the Z61t though I haven't tested it myself. I personally can't tell the difference between DVI and VGA.

I have Ubuntu on my R60. I haven't thrown it on the dock yet. It worked fine on my T42.

ZaZ, Apr 28, 2007

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