Hardware, Utilities and Options

External monitor

An external analog monitor can be connected to the external monitor port on the computer. To connect a monitor, follow the steps as detailed below:

Connecting the monitor cable1.Turn the computer's power off.

2.Connect the monitor cable to the external monitor port and tighten the screws on the left and right hand side of the connector as required.

Monitor cable

External monitor port

Figure 3-12 Connecting the monitor cable to the external monitor port

3.Turn the external monitor's power on.4.Turn the computer's power on.

When you turn on the power, the computer will automatically recognize the monitor and determine whether it is a color or monochrome device. In the event that you find that there are issues getting an image displayed on the correct monitor, you should consider using the FN + F5 hot key to change the display settings (if you then disconnect the external monitor before you turn the computer's power off, be sure to press FN + F5 hot key again to switch to the internal display).

Please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details on using hot keys to change the display setting.

Do not disconnect the external monitor while in Sleep or Hibernation Mode. Turn off the computer before disconnecting the external monitor.

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