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How to Connect Xbox 360 to a Laptop VGA

Connecting your Xbox 360 to the VGA component of your laptop will let you use your laptop as a monitor. Many laptops only have a video-out port which allows them to project the image on their screen to other monitors and projectors. However, most laptops have USB ports which will make a VGA cord compatible with the laptop and allow for video input. With an adapter, the process of connecting your Xbox 360 to a laptop via VGA is quite simple.

Things You'll Need

Xbox 360
Xbox 360 VGA HD AV Cable
VGA-to-USB adapter
Laptop USB 2.0 port

Instructions

- 1
  Turn off and unplug both your Xbox 360 and laptop.
- 2
  Insert the plugs of the AV cord into the AV ports on the Xbox 360.
- 3
  Connect the VGA cord plug (large connector with small prongs) to the VGA end of the VGA-to-USB adapter. Press them together until there is a snug fit.
- 4
  Insert the USB plug of the VGA-to-USB adapter into a free USB port on your laptop.
- 5
  Plug in and turn on the Xbox. Press the power button on the front of the Xbox.
- 6
  Plug in and turn on the laptop. Press the power button to power it on. Allow it to fully boot.
- 7
  Go to the "Systems" section of your Xbox to configure the screen specifications. This section will be displayed on the screen of your laptop at this time. Choose a setting that will fit your laptop monitor size.

Xbox 360