Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
The Mini-DVI to VGA adapter is designed for the iMac (Intel Core Duo), MacBook, and 12-inch PowerBook G4, allowing you to connect to an external VGA monitor or projector.
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Overview
The Apple Mini-DVI to VGA Adapter is designed for use with the iMac (Intel Core Duo), MacBook, and 12-inch PowerBook G4. Connect the adapter to the Mini-DVI port of the computer and the VGA end of the adapter to an external VGA monitor or projector.
You can use this cable in both video mirroring and extended desktop modes.
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
I read the specs? I did!
Written by TL from Monrovia
9-Jan-2007
Regarding the issue about the mini-DVI to VGA adapter that does not fit the ibook, it is useful to point out that nowhere on the package does Apple indicate that different model laptops require different mini-DVI adapters. It would be useful if Apple simply wrote, on the packaging, "This adapter fits the following models ...". This is not a difficult thing to do. Moreover, the average consumer is going to assume that a mini-DVI adapter made by Apple will fit all "mini-DVI" ports, unless, of course, Apple makes it clear that this isn't the case.
This said, the adpater works just as it is supposed to when you get the right one. …More1824 of 2480 people found this useful
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Wow, I love it!
Written by WW from Glen Burnie
28-Dec-2006
I recently converted to the iMac (6-10 months ago) and had the iMac and PC next to each other. I no longer use the PC but had a very nice 19 inch VGA LCD display. I figured I may be able to use it as a 2nd display on the iMac and ditch the PC all together. Bought the mini DVI adapter, plugged it in, plugged the monitor into the adapter, and it JUST WORKED! No drivers, no reboots! I then simply chose the display size I wanted for the 2nd monitor, but both the iMac display and 2nd LCD are in high res and working flawless! Fantastic freedom and option on the iMac, thanks Apple! I have to encourage all who want a 2nd monitor to try this out! Works on the new Intel iMacs. …More
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Video Adapters should last longer than 4 months
Written by RS from Ann Arbor
20-Sep-2005
If you order one of these treat it very gently, be careful how you pack it when traveling, etc. My first one broke in 4 months (the wires internal to the rubber cable enclosure shorted - so the screen would drop out certain colors). And then, when I ordered and paid for a replacement, the wrong adapter was shipped to me. The sales web page does not bother to mention that there are different versions of the PowerBook G4, which use different types of video ports (mini-DVI and mini-VGA). Make sure you know which one you need before ordering. An improved sales web page would at least show all the VGA adapters in one place, so one could see all the choices. …More
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Most Recent Reviews
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Cable is junk
Written by DM from Topeka
3-Dec-2009
Had this cable 1 month. Used three times and now it doesn't work. Read the other comments before buying this cable. There's a reason the rating is low. …More
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Twice the Space!
Written by KO from APO
29-Nov-2009
There was almost no effort to this setup. I plugged the adapter into the back of my old iMac, then plugged into the back of my Dell monitor (from an old PC that had long since broken down-surprise, surprise). The iMac automatically detected the type of monitor that I had plugged in and it was ready. Twice the desktop space in about 3 minutes. It looks great and is very helpful when editing videos, music, etc. it makes multitasking much easier. …More
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Mini DVI to VGA
Written by BB from Los Angeles
5-Nov-2009
As with most people, I always thought to keep my accessories from previous MACs to use on newer models.
That doesn't work this time. I had kept my mini DVI to VGA cord from my iBook G4 to use with my 2007 Macbook. I just found out today that the ports on these two models are different.
So, now I have to cough up more money to buy a cord that will work. And I believe there is no mention of this change as the ports are just referred to as "mini DVI" ports...not "mini DVI 2" like they refer to USB 2.0 or Firewire 400 and/or 800.
I recommend to everyone; before you get excited at the prospect of watching your Family Guy episodes you downloaded from iTunes on your new flatscreen TV, make sure you know if you have the proper cord (if you kept one from a previous Mac).
Best of Luck. …More28 of 48 people found this useful
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Questions & Answers
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Mini DVI to VGA adapter. Do you offer a version with a 2-3ft cable? The one advertised is too short to connect from iMac to HDTV
- Asked by JG from Boston
- 10-Oct-2009
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The adapter is not meant to plug into whatever display you might have, it is designed so you can plug one end of a VGA cable into your adapter and the other end into your display …More
- Answered by JI from APO
- 13-Oct-2009
- 13 of 23 people found this useful
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Does It Connect To A 13Inch Macbook White Feb 2008
- Asked by DW from wollongong
- 4-Oct-2009
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Yes it will work on a Macbook Built in 2008. It works on all macbooks with the exclusion of the aluminum model …More
- Answered by JS from Bay City
- 6-Oct-2009
- 18 of 18 people found this useful
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Does it connect to a 2009 macbook pro?
- Asked by JC from Branford
- 8-Oct-2009
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Short Answer: No. Only for older non-Pro series MacBooks.
Long Answer: The 2009 MacBook Pro's use Mini-Display Port for video output. To connect MDP to VGA you need a different part. Apple makes a "Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter" retailing for $29.00. The 2008 MacBook Pro's used full size DVI. This dongle is designed to work with all Black and White polycarbonate MacBooks, iMacs (Intel Core Duo), and 12-inch PowerBook G4's. Just FYI, the MacBook Air uses Micro DVI, so this is dongle is not compatible with that notebook either. …More- Answered by JH from Parker
- 8-Oct-2009
- 10 of 10 people found this useful
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Does the Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter have a male VGA end?
- Asked by DR from Girard
- 3-Dec-2009
