geometry eMac monitor acting up

[Kutchin]

If I attach an other monitor to it will it act up in the same way? Exactly what kind of cables will I need if 5' away? Is it important to do it before it goes so I can see what I am doing?

 

[ADent]

If I attach an other monitor to it will it act up in the same way?

Most likely not if it is a eMac monitor failure.

Exactly what kind of cables will I need if 5' away?

Apple miniDVI to VGA cable and a VGA extension cord. Monoprice sells an adapter cable too now.

Is it important to do it before it goes so I can see what I am doing?

Yes. Well not 100% sure if the external monitor automatically turns on mirroring - that is all the built in video on many eMacs officially supports.