Connect 13' Macbook Pro to overhead projector

[pureelite1]

I have no idea what these ports are for, but i need to connect a 2010 13' Macbook pro to the class's overhead projector for a presentation. Can someone guide me to what adapter i need? I have provided the pics of the laptop as well as the cable that connects for the overhead projector

 

[TEG]

You need a MiniDisplay Port to VGA adapter. It goes into the port marked like this: |O|
You can get it at Radio Shack or the Apple Store for about $29.

TEG

 

[simsaladimbamba]

MDP to VGA connector.

Mini DisplayPort (MDP)

Mini DisplayPort is the current digital standard on all current Macs to transfer video to an external display or TV. It has been introduced in 10/2008 with the release of the Unibody MacBook and MacBook Pros and has gradually been adopted on all other Macs.
MDP is capable of transmitting video, and since 2010, audio too. MDP is a miniaturised version of DisplayPort. It is also license free and can support resolutions of up to 2560 x 1600, which Mini DVI and Micro DVI are not able to do.

MDP adapters can be bought online from:

MDP to VGA adapter from Apple
MDP to DVI adapter from Apple
MDP to Dual-Link-DVI adapter from Apple

Moshi Mini DP to HDMI Adapter with Audio Support adapter from the Apple Online Store

Mini DisplayPort + USB to Dual-Link DVI adapter from Monoprice
Mini DisplayPort to DVI adapter from Monoprice
Mini DisplayPort to VGA adapter from Monoprice
Mini DisplayPort to HDMI adapter from Monoprice - *NOTE* This product does NOT support audio for Macs that outputs audio through the Mini DisplayPort.
Mini Displayport Male and USB Male/Toslink Audio to HDMI Female Converting adapter from Monoprice
Mini Displayport Male and USB Male Audio to HDMI Female Converting adapter from Monoprice - *NOTE* Will only support 2 channel stereo. Will not support 5.1 Dolby Surround like the above adapter.

Mini DisplayPort to Mini DisplayPort Cables from Monoprice
Mini DisplayPort to VGA Cables from Monoprice
Mini DisplayPort to DVI Cables from Monoprice
Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Cables from Monoprice​

Also of interest: "What is "Mini DisplayPort"? Is it an industry-standard? How is it different from or better than Mini-DVI and Micro-DVI?"
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[pureelite1]

Ok thanks alot, i will be picking up the MDP to VGA adaptor from the apple store

 

[lavrishevo]

I have no idea what these ports are for, but i need to connect a 2010 13' Macbook pro to the class's overhead projector for a presentation. Can someone guide me to what adapter i need? I have provided the pics of the laptop as well as the cable that connects for the overhead projector

What's weird is the "VGA" connector you are showing is reversed. Inputs are always female meaning the pins insert into the device. Notice in the adapter pics how the VGA side is female as opposed to male in your original pic. Maybe you took a pic of the output at the projector but just a heads up as you will need a male to make VGA connector to go from the adapter to the projector.

 

[Bobby Corwen]

lol vga

 

[simsaladimbamba]

lol vga

Yeah, it's not a gla..., ahem, classy interface, but it is still prevalent around planet Earth.