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Your computer supports the following video resolution, provided that the external monitor also supports that
resolution.
• Up to 1920 x 1200, with an external display connected to the VGA connector
• Up to 3840 x 2160, with an external display connected to the mini DisplayPort connector
For more information about the external display, refer to the manuals provided with it.
Connecting an external display
You can use either a wired display or a wireless display. The wired display can be connected to the mini
DisplayPort connector or VGA connector by a cable. The wireless display can be added through the Wi-Di or
Miracast function.
• Connecting a wired display
Note: When you connect an external monitor, a video interface cable with a ferrite core is required.
1. Connect the external display to an appropriate video connector on your computer, such as the
VGA connector or mini DisplayPort connector.
2. Connect the external display to an electrical outlet.
3. Turn on the external display.
If your computer cannot detect the external display, do the following:
– For Windows 7
Right-click on the desktop, then click Screen resolution ➙ Detect.
– For Windows 10
Right-click on the desktop, then click Display settings ➙ Detect.
• Connecting a wireless display
Note: To use a wireless display, ensure that both your computer and the external display support the
Wi-Di or Miracast feature.
– For Windows 7
Open the Start menu and click Devices and Printers ➙ Add a device
– For Windows 10
Do one of the following:
– Open the Start menu and then click Settings. If Settings is not displayed, click All apps to display
all programs, and then click Settings ➙ Devices ➙ Connected devices ➙ Add a device.
– Click the action center icon
wireless display and follow the instructions on the screen.
For more information, see the help information systems of the Lenovo QuickDisplay program.
Choosing a display mode
You can display your desktop and apps on the computer display, the external display, or both. To choose
how to display the video output, press the display-mode switching key
mode you prefer.
There are four display modes:
• Disconnect: Displays the video output only on your computer screen.
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in the Windows notification area. Click Connect. Select the desired
and then select a display
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