Using MBA w/ lid closed

[JDNGuru]

Is it possible to use the MBA with the lid closed while running an external monitor? Do I need any other software to load to do that?

 

[simsaladimbamba]

Apple Portables: How to use your computer in closed clamshell (display closed) mode with an external display
or
InsomniaX
or
InsomniaT (rebuild for SL) (fix for 2011 MPBs)
or
Caffeine
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[GGJstudios]

Is it possible to use the MBA with the lid closed while running an external monitor? Do I need any other software to load to do that?

Apple Portables: How to use your computer in closed clamshell (display closed) mode with an external display

 

[JDNGuru]

Thanks guys!

 

[57004]

Yeah it works great that way. I use the normal way, no InsomniaX or Caffeine a it runs great, much cooler than my old MacBook.

Just remember to keep it plugged into power otherwise it will go to sleep.

 

[No-Me]

normal way here too,.. sometimes pressing a key on the USB keyboard won't get it out of sleep, but opening and closing the lid will do the trick than