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    Connect Laptop to HDTV

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Inspiron1720!, Sep 27, 2007.

  1. Inspiron1720!

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    What do I need to connect an Inspiron 1720 to HDTV?

    And can I connect my XBOX and XBOX 360 to the Laptop?
     
    Inspiron1720!, Sep 27, 2007
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    Depends what connection your HDTV has. If you want to connect a console, you need a TV tuner.
     
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    it has when selecting hrough the options Scart1/2 ...PC....and about 4 other options. At the back there is a port which says PC.
     
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    What kind of physical port is it? DVI? HDMI? VGA?
     
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    I woud not know. Im at work now and will check when I get home then will post. As for the TV Tuner. Whats the best one?
     
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