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steverusson

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Hi Guys,

I'm thinking of buying an Alienware M14x to run Star Trek Online.

I have an Apple LED Cinema Display 27" Flat screen and was wondering if I can connect the two?

The screen has one cable that runs to my macbook that is split into a MiniDisplay Port, Magsafe clip (to power your macbook) and a USB 2.0. As I understand it, the MiniDisplay Port provides the picture and the sound is picked up via the USB.

As the screen is designed to be used with a MacBook, how would I connect it to the Alienware laptop? The Alienware has a HDMI 1.4 Audio and Video Output.

Which adaptor would I use to connect the Alienware to the screen to ensure that the I get a good picture and the sound running through the screen?

A huge thank you for your time. I'd appreciate any guidance and maybe even a link to the kit I need. I'm super dumb at computers so please reply as if you are talking to a dummy.

Cheers!

Steve 🙂
 
Hi Guys,

I'm thinking of buying an Alienware M14x to run Star Trek Online.

I have an Apple LED Cinema Display 27" Flat screen and was wondering if I can connect the two?

The screen has one cable that runs to my macbook that is split into a MiniDisplay Port, Magsafe clip (to power your macbook) and a USB 2.0. As I understand it, the MiniDisplay Port provides the picture and the sound is picked up via the USB.

As the screen is designed to be used with a MacBook, how would I connect it to the Alienware laptop? The Alienware has a HDMI 1.4 Audio and Video Output.

Which adaptor would I use to connect the Alienware to the screen to ensure that the I get a good picture and the sound running through the screen?

A huge thank you for your time. I'd appreciate any guidance and maybe even a link to the kit I need. I'm super dumb at computers so please reply as if you are talking to a dummy.

Cheers!

Steve 🙂

According to the specs, the M14x has a mini displayport.....

So there's your answer.


Ports, Slots & Chassis

External Chassis Connections
(1x) RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet
(2x) SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Ports
(1x) Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Port with PowerShare Technology
(1x) Mini-Display Port
(1x) HDMI 1.4 Audio and Video Output
(1x) VGA Port
(1x) 9-in-1 Media Card Reader
(2x) Audio Out 1/8" Ports
(1x) Audio In / Microphone 1/8" Port (retaskable for 5.1 audio)
(1x) Security Lock port
 
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