[PLUG] A Hardware Question [RESOLVED]

[Larry Brigman]

On Mon, Aug 22, 2011 at 8:27 AM, Galen Seitz <galens at seitzassoc.com> wrote:

> Rich Shepard wrote:
> >
> >    Thank you, Galen. I believe there is DVI output. Is there anything in
> > /proc or dmsg that will confirm that?
> >
> >    I'll buy a DVI cable at ENU and reconnect the monitor.
>
> While there might be some way via the filesystem or commands to
> determine whether your video controller has a DVI output, I wouldn't
> necessarily trust it.  While unlikely today, a manufacturer could
> choose to not install the physical connector.  Anyway, I would just
> look for a DVI connector on the back of your system.
>
> http://media.digikey.com/photos/Molex/74320-4004.jpg
>
>
> BTW, I would expect a 6 ft DVI cable to cost less than $10.
>
> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812186011
>
> http://www.pchcables.com/grde5fodvisi.html
$2.00

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