Using The System Utilities; Acer Gridvista (Dual-Display Compatible) - Acer 9410-2829 - Aspire Service Manual

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Using the System Utilities

NOTE: The system utilities work under Microsoft Windows XP only.

Acer GridVista (dual-display compatible)

NOTE: This feature is only available on certain models.
To enable the dual monitor feature of the notebook, first ensure that the second monitor is
connected, then select Start, Control Panel, Display and click on Settings. Select the secondary
monitor (2) icon in the display box and then click the check box Extend my windows desktop onto
Settings
this monitor. Finally, click Apply to confirm the new settings and click OK to complete the process.
Apply
Settings
Apply
Acer GridVista is a handy utility that offers four pre-defined display settings so you can view
multiple windows on the same screen. To access this function, please go to Start > All Programs
and click on Acer GridVista. You may choose any one of the four display settings indicated below:
Acer Gridvista is dual-display compatible, allowing two displays to be partitioned independently.
Acer GridVista is simple to set up:
Run Acer GridVista and select your preferred screen configuration for each display from the task
1.
bar.
Drag and drop each window into the appropriate grid.
2.
Enjoy the convenience of a well-organized desktop.
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Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor
Extend my windows desktop onto this monitor
Start All Programs
Start All Programs
Start Control Panel Display
(2)
OK
Start Control Panel Display
(2)
OK
Acer GridVista
Acer GridVista
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