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[edit] Using a Laptop in Your Install
[edit] How can I power my laptop?
Laptops can be powered by either an inverter, or a DC-DC regulator.
[edit] How do I start up & shut down my laptop?
There are many different ways to go about this, including:
- DC-DC Regulator (like cx-1900)
[edit] How do I mount my laptop?
[edit] Can I use a laptop screen for my install?
Please see: Link
[edit] Do I need to use the battery from my laptop in my install?
If you take out your laptop's battery, it will act as a regular desktop. But note that this also means if you remove power without shutting down it will like pulling the plug on your desktop, so you might lose data or, though it is unlikely, damage something. Normally when laptops lose power there are mechanisms to switch to battery (and when the battery is far down, initiate a clean shutdown or go into hibernate). An old, nearly-dead battery might work best since it will provide a few minutes of power, just enough to shutdown or hibernate. Or you will need special wiring so that it uses but doesn't completely drain the car's battery.
[edit] What are the benifits & drawbacks of using a laptop vs a desktop option?
Please see: Link
