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Using an external monitor for higher resolution

Cianos · 2009-06-25 15:18:29

Hey, The max resolution on my Dell xps m1330 is 1280x800. This isn't great for what I need, so I'm looking to get an external monitor. I'm probably going to be able to get my hands on a free or cheap 22" Philips flatscreen, but I'm wondering if the display will still be restricted to the resolution of the laptop or can I…

25-06-2009 3:18pm

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Cianos

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Hey,
The max resolution on my Dell xps m1330 is 1280x800. This isn't great for what I need, so I'm looking to get an external monitor. I'm probably going to be able to get my hands on a free or cheap 22" Philips flatscreen, but I'm wondering if the display will still be restricted to the resolution of the laptop or can I use the full space the new monitor will allow?

Thanks for any help!

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#2 25-06-2009 3:19pm

melekalikimaka

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yup it'll work... even dual sceen it up:D

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