This table has been created and moved to the top for those who don't want to read the whole thread but are after quick answers.
The table will be updated as soon as there is any new data.
NOTE 1. OS9 tests were run using
v8 ROM file and appropriate extensions.
NOTE 2.
v8 ROM file + ATI Via driver + patched ATI extensions =
v9 ROM file + original ATI extensions as they are present on RossDarker's v9 installer CD for Mini. ATI Via driver is integrated into
v9 ROM.
![](http://macos9lives.com/smforum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7048.0;attach=14130)
Note the strange setting required for Dell P190S and LG L1730P to work with RockHopper driver.
Samsung SyncMaster 203B also have problems with the same driver.
And, in contrast to both Dell 22" full HD displays, Fujitsu 23" model doesn't work with RockHopper on DVI port at all.
* I made this table in Apple's Numbers. If someone has other test results, just let me know and I will happily add them.
Original thread starts here:
I think it's time that we share our experience using Mac Mini G4s with various displays.I own several Dells:
1x P2212H - 22", 1920x1080 @60Hz, TN type panel ("Office grade"), VGA + DVI inputs
3x U2412M - 24", 1920x1200 @60Hz, IPS type panel ("Ultrasharp), VGA + DVI + Display Port inputs
I also have 1.25; 1.42 and 1.5 GHz Mac Minis, so, lets test them and see how they work with these displays in OS9.
All System parts from RossDarker's v9 installer.1. P2212H + 1.25 GHz or 1.42 GHz Minia) Using original, Dell supplied DVI to DVI cable.
This one is very odd - on the very first cold boot, when display has been disconnected from G4 and mains for a day or so, it boots into OS9 and displays at full resolution for a few minutes. Then tiny horizontal lines appear on the display and soon thereafter it goes black. On all subsequent reboots it remains black. I have to wait another day to bring back this condition. Maybe something discharges inside the display? Some sort of PRAM?
Obviously, this way of connecting is no go.
b) Using "el cheapo" DVI to VGA adapter at Minis' end and original, Dell supplied VGA to VGA cable. No problems whatsoever.
Displays at full resolution (1920x1080 @60Hz). Only at start-up it shows ugly looking Mac logo at 640x480 for a moment, before switching to full resolution.
I was able to take a few screenshots when using DVI to DVI cable, before display went black, so here's the proof.![](http://macos9lives.com/smforum/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=7048.0;attach=13689)
2. P2212H + 1.5 GHz "Silent upgrade" Minia) Using original, Dell supplied DVI to DVI cable. Does not work. No matter what I do, it displays the message below.
b) Using DVI to VGA adapter + VGA to VGA cable - works as expected
3. U2412M + 1.25 GHz or 1.42 GHz Minia) Using original, Dell supplied DVI to DVI cable - works as expected.
b) Using DVI to VGA adapter + VGA to VGA cable - works as expected
4. U2412M + 1.5 GHz "Silent upgrade" Minia) Using original, Dell supplied DVI to DVI cable - doesn't work, see message below.
b) Using DVI to VGA adapter + VGA to VGA cable - works as expected
5. Sony Bravia TV, HDMI input + any of the 1.25; 1.42 or 1.5 GHz MinisDisplay resolution - 1360x768 @60Hz
Using DVI to HDMI adapter at Minis' end and HDMI to HDMI cable.
All work, although I have a feeling that 1.5 GHz model hangs on boot with spinning ball more often than the others.