Headless Powerbook 165 & VGA — #5

Post #5 by FlyingToaster

Source Forum	68kMLA
Category	Hardware
Post Date	Sat, 25 Feb 2012 - 00:20
Original URL	https://68kmla.org/bb/threads/headless-powerbook-165-amp-vga.24793/

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Two things:
- You'll want to set the 165 to do mirroring before removing the panel - they run in extended desktop mode by default, even if the internal LCD (and interconnect board) is completely disconnected.

- The best type of VGA adapter to get, is one that has DIP switches or a dial, allowing you to force the right video mode. Thats what I have, and it works perfectly on my 180c, allowing me to plug in any modern VGA display.

Is this a good candidate? http://www.amazon.com/Adapter-DB15-Male-HD15-Female/dp/B0016OC1J2

Will Video Mirroring on be saved after shutdown? I don't think my Pram battery is any good or if it's needed. I will just try it actually

Thanks for the info!