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.
Most Useful Reviews
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
I read the specs? I did!
Written by TL from Monrovia
Jan 9, 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. …More1848 of 2506 people found this useful
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Wow, I love it!
Written by WW from Glen Burnie
Dec 28, 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
Sep 20, 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
Badly made cable!
Written by RB from St. Peter's
Dec 23, 2009
This adapter is totally unreliable: there must be an internal short or poor connection made with one or more of the wires carrying color data. The first time we used it, we had to wiggle and twist it and set it down 'just right' to avoid getting a green picture on a black and white version of "Scrooge" (the 1951 Christmas classic). I'm surprised at Apple making such shoddy workmanship available. Other reviews report the same low quality. …More
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Works like a charm!
Written by RL from White Plains
Dec 20, 2009
Based on the reviews, I really hesitated to not just get the cable, but to get a 30" monitor at all. But I have a feeling that many of the users who are unhappy with this adapter are not using the correct dual DVI cable to connect their monitors.
I am using this adapter with a brand new HP 3065 30" screen with my new 17" MacBook Pro. Everything works as advertised, and without a hitch. What a thrill to have that much screen real estate; and how much easier it is to work with iMovie, Photoshop and Lightroom. No flicker, no blinkies; and 2 beautiful screens at once. Sure, it's all expensive; but you don't use Apple products if you're a Wal Mart shopper... …More6 of 7 people found this useful
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Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter
Cable is junk
Written by DM from Topeka
Dec 3, 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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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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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
- Oct 10, 2009
Best Answer
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
- Oct 13, 2009
- 15 of 25 people found this useful
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Does It Connect To A 13Inch Macbook White Feb 2008
- Asked by DW from wollongong
- Oct 4, 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
- Oct 6, 2009
- 19 of 19 people found this useful
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Does it connect to a 2009 macbook pro?
- Asked by JC from Branford
- Oct 8, 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
- Oct 8, 2009
- 11 of 11 people found this useful
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Most Recent
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which cable i need to use to connect my mac pro 13" to LG tv?
- Asked by NM from london
- Dec 22, 2009
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i have a macbook pro with a firewire port and a mini display port, i want to hook it up to my HDMI port on my LCD. what cable(s) do i need?
- Asked by BB from blenheim
- Dec 20, 2009
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does the mini dvi produce sound also??? macbook white model identifier macbook 4,1
- Asked by JM
- Dec 19, 2009
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What is the maximum resolution you can get with the VGA cable?
- Asked by JR from San Jose
- Dec 18, 2009
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To connect a second monitor to a 2009 27-inch imac is it the mini display port to VGA cable I need or is it the mini dvi to VGA cable?
- Asked by LH from Broxburn
- Dec 15, 2009
