If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the screen cannot be completely

displayed. For example, the taskbar that usually appears at the bottom of the desktop may no longer be visible. To view the rest of the screen, use the touch

pad or track stick to pan up, down, left, and right.

NOTICE:

You can damage an external monitor by using an unsupported refresh rate. Before adjusting the refresh rate on an external monitor, see the

monitor user's guide.

Dual Independent Display Mode

You can attach an external monitor or projector to your computer and use it as an extension of your display (known as dual independent display or extended

desktop mode). This mode allows you to use both screens independently and drag objects from one screen to the other, effectively doubling the amount of

viewable work space.

Windows XP

1. Connect the external monitor, TV, or projector to the computer or docking device.

2. Open the Control Panel and double-click the Display icon.

3. In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab.

NOTE:

If you choose a resolution or color palette that is higher than the display supports, the settings adjust automatically to the closest possible

values. For more information, see your operating system documentation.

4. Click the monitor 2 icon, click the Extend my Windows desktop... check box, and then click Apply.

5. Change Screen Area to the appropriate sizes for both displays and click Apply.

6. If prompted to restart the computer, click Apply the new color setting without restarting and click OK.

7. If prompted, click OK to resize your desktop.

8. If prompted, click Yes to keep the settings.

9. Click OK to close the Display Properties window.

To disable dual independent display mode:

1. Click the Settings tab in the Display Properties window.

2. Click the monitor 2 icon, uncheck the Extend my Windows desktop... option, and then click Apply.

If necessary, press <Fn><F8> to bring the screen image back to the computer display.

Windows 2000

The Windows 2000 operating system does not natively support dual independent display (extended desktop) mode on your computer.

Large Desktop Display Mode

You can connect an external monitor or projector to your computer to enlarge your work space (large desktop display mode). This mode allows you to view a

large document over two displays as if they were one large display. The taskbar runs uninterrupted across the two displays. You can set up your two monitors

either vertically or horizontally.

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