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MY config is
Intel P4 1.5 Ghz
256 MB RAM
Intel P4 1.5 Ghz
256 MB RAM
My Intel P4 1.5 Ghz System Configuration
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the configuration of an Intel P4 1.5 GHz system and its compatibility with an Analog Goldstar monitor, particularly in relation to running Windows XP. Participants explore potential issues with monitor connections, resolutions, and the use of adapters.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Conceptual clarification
Main Points Raised
- Some participants express uncertainty about the compatibility of an Analog Goldstar monitor with the Intel P4 system and Windows XP.
- Others suggest looking for an adapter to connect the monitor to the video card, indicating that successful connection may depend on the ability to access the BIOS screen.
- One participant notes that running 1024x768 at 16 bits was common in the past, implying that the monitor should support similar resolutions for XP.
- A participant shares their experience of switching to VGA mode in BIOS, which allowed their system to run at 32-bit resolution (800x600), suggesting that older monitors can still function adequately.
- Another participant mentions that while most new monitors are digital, many analog monitors still exist, and video cards typically include DVI to VGA adapters.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants generally agree that it should be possible to run Windows XP on an analog monitor, but there are differing views on the specific challenges and solutions related to compatibility and connection methods.
Contextual Notes
Some assumptions about monitor capabilities and the need for specific adapters remain unverified, and there is no consensus on the exact nature of the issues faced by users with analog monitors.
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himanshu121 said:
It's not obvious to me why that shouldn't be possible. Is there something special about an "Analog Goldstar monitor"?
Can your monitor be connected to your video card?
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You can try looking for an adapter so that it can connect to your video card. If you can get the POST screen (Bios) to come up, then you get WinXP to work.
The other day I saw a refurbished 17" VGA CRT for only 30$.
The other day I saw a refurbished 17" VGA CRT for only 30$.
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russ_watters
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Unless it is an especially bad monitor, you shouldn't have a problem. People were running 1024x768 at 16bits 10 years ago and that's what you need for XP.
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himanshu121
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yup, that what I thought initially, why XP won't run on Analog Monitor contrary to what my vendor told me, I think he wanted to screw me.
I changed to VGA mode in BIOS and its running perfectly with 32bit resolution(800X600). I think my monitor is quite old by age but quite young in the nature of output work
I changed to VGA mode in BIOS and its running perfectly with 32bit resolution(800X600). I think my monitor is quite old by age but quite young in the nature of output work
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Though most new monitors are digital, there are lots and lots of analog monitors out there and most video cards today still come with dvi to vga adapters.
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