ThinkPad Advanced Mini-Dock

[warder]

Hi,

I have a R61 8932CTO, with the integrated Intel X3100 graphics adaptor (as it gives better battery life)

Take a look at this page: Mini-Dock

Does this Mini-Dock work correctly with my Thinkpad?  Specifically, can I use the DVI port for an external monitor?

I'm asking as it appears a bit sensitive to models of Thinkpads and the integrated graphics...

Thank you

[wjli2]

yes the mini dock is good for T60 and R60 series, but unfortunately your x3100 will not support DVI output on your mini dock... due to bios restriction.

[warder]

Thanks for the reply.  Can you say why that is?  The page I referenced indicates that it would work... do you have experience of trying this exact setup?

[wjli2]

its actually stated in the sales manual that it do not work with integrated graphics card, and i got one of the dock and it doesn't work with my x3100.... its a bios limitation, as your laptop LCD takes digital signal... and the Macbook with the exact setup have DVI-mini output rather than the normal VGA output with your thinkpad...