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Monitor 1920x1200?

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excommie

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What moinitor would you guys recommend for the 2012 Mini that I just got?
I would prefer 24 inch/1920x1200.
I would like if it works out of the box/without running any scripts (I've read that the mini DP doesn't play nice with most of the monitors).

Thanks
 
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I have a HP ZR24w connected to my rMBP with a mini DP to DP cable. That monitor is 24" / 1920x1200. It works fine except for sometimes not waking from sleep (unplugging and reconnecting the cable solves that).
 
excommie said:
What moinitor would you guys recommend for the 2012 Mini that I just got?
I would prefer 24 inch/1900x1200.
I would like if it works out of the box/without running any scripts (I've read that the mini DP doesn't play nice with most of the monitors).

Thanks
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If you want a 1920 x 1200 display I would go with a dell u2412 or the newer u2415. They both have multiply connectivity options and should work out of the box. I have not owned these models but I have had the 2405, 2407,2408,and the 2410. I loved each of them and they worked great with my mini
 
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cfedu said:
If you want a 1920 x 1200 display I would go with a dell u2423 or the newer u2415. They both have multiply connectivity options and should work out of the box. I have not owned these models but I have had the 2405, 2407,2408,and the 2410. I loved each of them and they worked great with my mini
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1920x1200 would be nice, as I'm used to that on my 24" iMac.
I'm afraid that I'll loose a lot by going to 1920x1050.

Anyone has any regrets by going from 1920x1200 to 1920x1050?
 
excommie said:
1920x1200 would be nice, as I'm used to that on my 24" iMac.
I'm afraid that I'll loose a lot by going to 1920x1050.

Anyone has any regrets by going from 1920x1200 to 1920x1050?
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For office productivity those 120 extra lines are worth it. If I had the budget I would go with 2560x 1440 or buy the LG 34UM95-P which is 3440x 1440.

The LG will be a pain in the butt so don't get that one if you want ease of use. If you can pick up a used 24" Apple ACD that might also be a nice choice.
 
cfedu said:
For office productivity those 120 extra lines are worth it. If I had the budget I would go with 2560x 1440 or buy the LG 34UM95-P which is 3440x 1440.

The LG will be a pain in the butt so don't get that one if you want ease of use. If you can pick up a used 24" Apple ACD that might also be a nice choice.
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Thanks.
I think I'll go with Dell U2412M. I do work from home (quite a bit), so the 1920x1200 would be useful. 2560x1440 is out of my price range.
 
excommie said:
Anyone has any regrets by going from 1920x1200 to 1920x1050?
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1920x1080. l made the move from a 24" iMac to a Dell U2311H 1920x1080 a few years ago, and really didn't notice the difference after a few hours' use.

At that time the 1200s were generally 'pro spec' and were at least twice the price of 1080s, which was a major factor in my purchase decision. l'm not sure that the two sizes are so distinct in purpose/price now.
 
excommie said:
Thanks.
I think I'll go with Dell U2412M. I do work from home (quite a bit), so the 1920x1200 would be useful. 2560x1440 is out of my price range.
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Definitely go 1920x1200 over 1080...the extra vertical real estate really pays off. The U2412M is a great monitor. Older but a great screen and reliable. No USB 3 though.

If you don't mind another ~$100 or so, the brand new version of that screen, the U2415 I think just came out and is really nice. 1920x1200 (16:10), super thin bezels, and built-in USB3 hub.
 
ckeck said:
Definitely go 1920x1200 over 1080...the extra vertical real estate really pays off. The U2412M is a great monitor. Older but a great screen and reliable. No USB 3 though.

If you don't mind another ~$100 or so, the brand new version of that screen, the U2415 I think just came out and is really nice. 1920x1200 (16:10), super thin bezels, and built-in USB3 hub.
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I jut missed a deal on U2415 (around $280).

http://slickdeals.net/f/7263820-del...-tax-free-shipping-at-accessories-us-dell-com
 
I love my Dell U2711. 2560x1440 of pure visual goodness. My mini doesn't have a problem at all at this res (as long as we're talking 2D =)
 
excommie said:
What moinitor would you guys recommend for the 2012 Mini that I just got?
I would prefer 24 inch/1920x1200.
I would like if it works out of the box/without running any scripts (I've read that the mini DP doesn't play nice with most of the monitors).

Thanks
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I'm running that exact size/resolution. It's also Dell Ultrasharp U2412 like you were considering. I Honestly think it's about the perfect size - anything larger and you would have to pan your head left and right to see the edges.
 
scenemissing said:
I'm running that exact size/resolution. It's also Dell Ultrasharp U2412 like you were considering. I Honestly think it's about the perfect size - anything larger and you would have to pan your head left and right to see the edges.
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Thanks. I like the 24 iMac size and will stick to it. My only outstanding dilemma is whether to get u2415 or u2412. I like the pricing on u2412.

Also, do I need to buy any cables for this monitor to work? My mini should arrive next week.
 
I just got a HP Z24i. Pretty happy with it. Normally I go Dell but the stand and buttons on this are a little better.
 
I have the ASUS PA248 display. Great quality screen with USB hub and all the adjustments you need (tilt, swivel, height). It's heavy, though.
 
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