/Clear Windows/ said:
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> "Bruce Chambers" <bchambers@xxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:eWmT9#JqIHA.3652@xxxxxx Quote:
>> Jim McGivney wrote: Quote:
>>> I just setup my new computer, a Dell 530 with Vista. I have connected my
>>> not-that-old monitor. I get the message that the monitor workes best at
>>> 1680 x 1050 resolution. I try to select this resolution from the display
>>> > personalize > display settings, but this setting is not available.
>>> When I choose other settings the photos seem distorted (too
>>> wide). The help article talks about being able to let Vista choose the
>>> best monitor resoultion but is not clear on how to do this or on how to
>>> restore the default settings. Help would be appreciated.
>>> Thanks in advance,
>>> Jim
>>
>> The problem is that your new computer doesn't include a video adapter
>> capable of properly supporting that specific resolution. Your options are
>> somewhat limited at this point. You can either replace (downgrade, in
>> effect - your current monitor is of a higher grade than the computer's
>> components) the monitor with something that the computer's video adapter
>> can support, or you can upgrade the computer with a better quality video
>> adapter. I'd go with the latter option, personally.
>>
>> The problem is that your new computer doesn't include a video adapter
>> capable of properly supporting that specific resolution. >
> This it totally incorrect!!! Read my reply to the OP. Actually, what Bruce stated is correct, and I see no response from you
to the original questioner in this thread.
It is possible however that a different driver will enable the 1680X1050
resolution desired, or that running the monitor from the VGA, instead of
the DVI connector (if so equipped), will enable the resolution. Visit
the chip or card manufacturer's WEBsite for drivers.
Both suggestions have worked here in different instances, when at first
a widescreen resolution such as 1680X1050 was not initially available on
this dated video card.