Yes thanks, my screen works the same way. But even plugged in, is not bright enough. I need a brighter display compact enough to use in a car, which could be run from the Gateway Solo 9300.


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>From: David Gillett <[log in to unmask]>
>Sent: Sep 21, 2006 10:41 AM
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>Subject: Re: [PCBUILD] Brighter screen ?
>
>On 20 Sep 2006 at 21:13, Bob Lendrim wrote:
>
>> I use a P3 notebook computer with GPS input for navigation purposes.
>> The LCD screen brightness limits it's useability. Does anyone know of
>> another type, or a brighter display that I could attach and mount for
>> use in a car and boat for daylight use ? 
>
>  I notice that the screen of my laptop goes noticeably brighter when I'm on 
>external power than when I'm on battery.  Have you already tried powering 
>the laptop from the vehicle instead of its own battery?
>
>David Gillett
>
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