Dell PP24L manual Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate, Dual Independent Display Mode

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Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate

To display a program at a specific resolution, both the graphics card and the display must support the program, and the necessary video drivers must be installed.

Before you change any of the default display settings, make a note of the default settings for future reference.

NOTE: Use only the Dell-installed video drivers, which are designed to offer the best performance with your Dell-installed operating system.

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

1Click the Start button and click Control Panel.

2Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes.

3Under Pick a task..., click the area you want to change, or under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Display.

4In the Display Properties window, click the Settings tab.

5Try different settings for Color quality and Screen resolution.

NOTE: As the resolution increases, icons and text appear smaller on the screen.

If the video resolution setting is higher than that supported by the display, the computer enters pan mode. In pan mode, the entire screen cannot be displayed at one time. 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 user’s guide for the monitor.

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.

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

2Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes.

3Under Pick a task..., click the area you want to change, or under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Display.

4In 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 supported values. For more information, see your operating system documentation.

Using the Display

 

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Contents User’s Guide September HN566 Contents Using the Keyboard Setting Up and Using Networks Using Cards Troubleshooting Intel Active Management Technology System Setup Program Reinstalling Software Dell QuickSet Traveling With Your Computer Support.dell.com Finding InformationWhat Are You Looking For? Find It Here What Are You Looking For? Dell Support Website support.dell.com Dell QuickSet Help Front View About Your ComputerV I C E S T a T U S L I G H T S Light is flashing Y B O a R D S T a T U S L I G H T S Left Side View Disables wireless devices Right Side View Back View Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld device Bottom View About Your Computer About Your Computer Microsoft Windows XP Start the Files and Settings Transfer WizardTransferring Information to a New Computer Click Start→ Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Easy Transfer Cable for Windows Vista Microsoft Windows VistaTransferring Information to a New Computer Battery Performance Using a BatteryCharge Gauge Checking the Battery ChargeDell QuickSet Battery Meter Microsoft Windows Power MeterCheck the Battery Health Conserving Battery PowerLow-Battery Warning Check the Battery ChargeHibernate Mode Power Management ModesStandby and Sleep Mode Windows XP Configuring Power Management SettingsCharging the Battery Accessing Power Options PropertiesReplacing the Battery Battery Errors Storing a BatteryUsing a Battery Numeric Keypad Using the KeyboardKey Combinations Touch Pad Mouse Properties window Changing the Track Stick CapCustomizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard Using the Ambient Light Sensor Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Switching the Video Image Under Pick a category, click Appearance and Themes Setting Display Resolution and Refresh RateDual Independent Display Mode Swapping Primary and Secondary Displays Click the Settings tab→ Advanced→ Displays tabConnecting a Network or Broadband Modem Cable Setting Up and Using NetworksSelect an option under Choose a connection option Wireless Local Area NetworkWhat You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Order Confirmation for Your Computer Checking Your Wireless Network CardRight-clickWireless Network Connection Click Properties Start Button and Connect To OptionConnecting to a Wlan Completing the Connection to the Wlan Determining the Wireless Network Device ManagerClick Start→ Connect To→ Manage wireless networks Help and SupportMobile Broadband or Wireless Wide Area Network Checking Your Dell Mobile Broadband Card Connecting to a Mobile Broadband NetworkClick Start→ All Programs→ Dell Wireless Enabling/Disabling the Dell Mobile Broadband Card Dell Wi-Fi Catcher Network LocatorLocation Profile Settings General Mobility Settings Microsoft Windows Firewall Setting Up and Using Networks Playing Media Using MultimediaDVD player includes the following basic buttons Copying Media How to Copy MediaUsing Blank Media Media Type Read Write Rewritable Helpful TipsAdjusting the Volume Microsoft Windows Vista Operating System Adjusting the PictureUnder Personalization, click Adjust Screen Resolution Microsoft Windows XP Operating SystemCard Types Using CardsPC Card Installing a PC Card or ExpressCardExtended Cards Removing a Card or Blank Using Cards Smart Card Securing Your ComputerSecurity Cable Lock About Smart Cards Installing a Smart CardPasswords Type of Password Features About PasswordsUsing a Primary or System Password Using a Hard Drive Password Using an Administrator PasswordTrusted Platform Module TPM Enabling the TPM FeatureActivating the Security Management Software Using the Security Management SoftwareSecurity Management Software Computer Tracking SoftwareIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen Touch Pad Cleaning Your ComputerCleaning a Non-Optical Mouse Computer, Keyboard, and DisplayCDs and DVDs Cleaning an Optical MouseFloppy Drive Diagnostic Light Codes During Post TroubleshootingDiagnostic Lights Light Pattern Suggested ResolutionWhen to Use the Dell Diagnostics Dell Technical Update ServiceDell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Option Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab Function Accessing the Dell Support UtilityDell Support Utility Double-Clicking the Dell Support Icon Drive ProblemsClick Dell Support and point to Dell Support Settings Clicking the Dell Support IconIf you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Media drive problemsHard drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveMail, Modem, and Internet Problems Error Messages Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Click Add or Remove Programs Click Printers and Other Hardware Ieee 1394 Device ProblemsKeyboard Problems External Keyboard problemsComputer stops responding Lockups and Software ProblemsUnexpected characters Computer does not start upClick Task Manager Other software problemsProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly Solid blue screen appearsNetwork Problems Memory ProblemsIcon on the Windows Wireless Local Area Network WlanMobile Broadband Wireless Wide Area Network GeneralPower Problems PC Card Problems100 Ensuring Sufficient Power for Your ComputerDocking Power Considerations Docking While the Computer Is Running101 Printer ProblemsScanner Problems AC Power Loss While the Computer Is Docked102 Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from integrated speakers No sound from external speakers103 Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsNo sound from headphones Click Appearance and Themes Video and Display ProblemsIf the display is blank If the display is difficult to read105 If only part of the display is readableTroubleshooting 107 IAMT FeaturesIntel Active Management Technology Select Return to Previous Menu twice Accessing iAMT setupOut-of-Band Management Turning off iAMT109 Unsupported AMT FeaturesUSB Provisioning Intel Active Management Technology 111 System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens OverviewDiskette Drive Modular bay HDD Internal HDD Optical Drive System Setup ScreensChanging the Boot Sequence Commonly Used Options113 Performing a One-Time BootChanging Printer Modes Changing COM PortsSystem Setup Program Identifying Drivers Reinstalling SoftwareWhat Is a Driver? Drivers116 Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesInstalling Drivers in the Correct Order Using Windows Device Driver Rollback117 Using the Drivers and Utilities MediaClick the Drivers tab→ Roll Back Driver 118 Manually Reinstalling DriversMicrosoft Windows XP Using the Hardware Troubleshooter ToolUsing Microsoft Windows System Restore Restoring Your Operating SystemEnabling System Restore 120 Starting System RestoreUndoing the Last System Restore 121 Using the Operating System MediaReinstalling Windows Before You Begin122 Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended Tools124 Before Working Inside Your Computer125 Hinge Cover126 Keyboard127 Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology128 Coin-Cell Battery129 Memory130 131 132 133 134 Wireless Local Area Network Wlan Card135 136 137 Mobile Broadband Card138 139 140 Subscriber Identity Module SIM Card141 Hard Drive142 Media BayRemoving Media Bay Devices 143 FCM Flash Cache Module144 145 Adding and Replacing Parts 147 Dell QuickSetDell QuickSet 149 Traveling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the Computer150 Travel TipsTraveling by Air System Information Specifications151 ProcessorMemory Ports and Connectors152 PCI-E CardVideo 153Communications Display 154Audio Touch Pad Battery155 KeyboardAC Adapter 156Environmental 157Fingerprint Reader optional PhysicalSpecifications 159 Technical Support and Customer ServiceGetting Help Obtaining Assistance160 DellConnect Online Services161 Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status Service162 Before You Call163 Diagnostics Checklist164 Contacting DellVisit support.dell.com 165 AppendixFCC Notice U.S. Only FCC Class B166 Macrovision Product Notice167 Glossary168 Product ID169 170 171 172 Module bay See media bay173 174 175 Video resolution See resolution176
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PP24L specifications

The Dell PP24L, also known as the Dell Latitude E6430, is a robust and reliable laptop that has been designed primarily for business professionals and frequent travelers. This laptop combines functionality with durability, making it an ideal choice for those who require a dependable workhorse that can withstand daily use.

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