I have a old 486 Compaq LTE 5100 laptop computer that I removed the LCD from. I am wanting to use the LCD on my PC. I think this would be really awesome to pull off! I have heard it is possible with the proper tools and some great effort. I am wanting to learn how to do this to make my idea work.

Like I said I have a 10.4", SVGA, CTFT which was made in the 90's so obviously its a older LCD though still in superb condition. I do not understand the function of each cable coming from the LCD and would like to.

I thought it would be easy as cutting off the cable to a desktop monitor and wiring it to the LCD, then using a low power adaptor with adjustable power settings to acheive the proper power supply to the LCD... Though obviously its not that simple but I would like to learn how to get this project working.