Using the Computer LCD or the External Monitor
Chapter 3. Operating Your Computer
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Using the Computer LCD or the External Monitor
This section provides information about using the computer display
and an external monitor. It also provides tips to consider when using
DOS applications.
The LCD in your computer displays computer output with SVGA
(800-by-600 resolution). On some models, thin-film-transistor (TFT)
technology is used, providing up to 65,536 colors. On some models,
dual-scan super twisted nematic (DSTN) technology is used,
providing up to 256 colors.
Display Output Type
To attach an external monitor:
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When you attach an external monitor that supports higher resolution
than VGA mode, you can get a maximum of 1024x768 video
resolution.
To display your computer output on an external monitor, you need to
set the appropriate display output type (where to display the
computer output). You can select one of the following display out
types:
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LCD: The computer output is displayed only on the LCD of the
computer.
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CRT: The computer output is displayed only on the attached
external monitor.
If no external monitor is attached to the computer and the display
output type is set to CRT, the output is displayed on the LCD.
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Both: The computer output is displayed on both the LCD and the
external monitor.
