Lenovo 2572HB6 manual Installing the monitor driver in Windows XP, Monitor Drivers

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Installing the monitor driver in Windows XP

To use the Plug and Play feature in Windows XP, files should be loaded from the Reference and Driver CD.

Note: This section must be completed before continuing with the Windows XP automatic image setup.

1.Turn off the computer and all attached devices

2.Ensure that the monitor is connected correctly.

3.Turn on the monitor and then the system unit. Allow the system to boot into Windows XP.

4.Open the Display Properties window by clicking Start Settings Control Panel, and then double-clicking the Display icon.

5.Click the Setting tab.

6.Click the Advanced button.

7.Clink the Monitor tab.

8.Clink the Properties button.

9.Clink the Drivers tab.

10.Open the Hardware Update Wizard window by clicking on Update Driver, and then click Next.

11.Select Install from a list or Specific location (Advanced), and then click Next.

12.Insert the Setup CD into the CD driver, then click the Have Disk button.

13.Click on the Browse button and navigate to the following directory:

X:\Monitor Drivers\

(where X is the drive letter designator for the CD-ROM drive).

14.Select the "L2250pwD.inf" file and click the Open button. Click the OK button.

15.Choose L2250pwD and click OK. The files will be copied

from the CD to your hard disk drive.

16.Close all open windows and remove the CD.

17.Restart the system. The system will automatically select the maximum refresh rate and corresponding Color Matching Profiles.

Note: On LCD monitors, unlike CRTs, a faster refresh rate does not improve display quality. Lenovo recommends using either 1680x 1050 at a refresh rate of 60 Hz, or 640x480 at a refresh rate of 60Hz.

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Contents L2250p Wide Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Product number Contents 3AFETY Information Safety Precautions Important Safety InformationGetting started Shipping contentsHeight Adjustment Types of adjustments TiltProduct overview Cable lock slot User controlsConnecting and turning on your monitor Setting up your monitorPlace the cables into the cable cover 6L2250p Wide Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Registering your option Arranging your work area Comfort and accessibilityPositioning and viewing your monitor Quick tips for healthy work habits Accessibility informationUsing the direct access controls Adjusting your monitor imageUsing the On-Screen Display OSD controls OSD functions OSD Understanding power management Selecting a supported display modeDetaching the monitor stand Caring for your monitorReference information Monitor specificationsTroubleshooting TroubleshootingProblem Possible cause Suggested action Manual image setupInstalling the monitor driver in Windows Manually installing the monitor driverInstalling the monitor driver in Windows Vista \Monitor Drivers\ Installing the monitor driver in Windows XPGetting further help Service information Product numbersCustomer responsibilities Service parts Appendix A. Service and Support Country or Region Telephone Number Appendix A. Service and Support A-3 4L2250p Wide Flat Panel Monitor User’s Guide Appendix B. Notices Recycling information Trademarks Turkish statement of compliance