Using LCD monitors from Laptops....

[BimmerGuy330]

There are a whole bunch of 12-14inch laptop LCDs on eBay. Is there any way I can get these to work with my computer? I really don't know much about that type of stuff, but is there an adapter for something like that?

Thanks for ANY information you guys may provide!

 

[Arcanedeath]

The bottom line is that your better off just purchasing an LCD designed to work w/ your PC than to try and get a laptop screen to work on your desktop, pretty much the only thing all the laptop screens on ebay are good for is replacing a damaged screens in a laptop or setting up some kind of custom video soln. Hope this helps.... 🙂

 

[BimmerGuy330]

Well I am looking at setting up a computer in my car, so I don't think a normal LCD would be a viable option. I guess I should have specified that earlier to avoid confusion. 🙂

From your response, I guess it's not really a simple solution, but does anyone know what I would need?

Thanks!

 

[BimmerGuy330]

Anyone tried this before?

 

[BeauJangles]

Yeah, you need about a $200 inverter.

Laptop displays

Q: How can I stick a laptop LCD in my desktop case?

A:You need (at minimum) a controller. Laptop LCDs do not interface directly to VGA. You may also need an inverter for the backlight.
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Q: Where can I get a controller for a laptop LCD?

A: EarthLCD has them. Expect to pay a couple hundred for it. You can also buy complete kits there.
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Q: Can this actually be done? It sounds very difficult!

A: Yes. It's been done, by tiberius. (no link currently available)
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