Using the Video FeaturesThe video subsystem of your computer features:z 12.1-inch TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) color LCD display with1024x768 XGA (Extended Video Graphics Array) resolution.z Sunlight Readable Panel , Hi-Contrast solution (Optional).z Simultaneous display on LCD and external monitor (connect throughthe docking station), which is useful when you have a presentation asyou can control the screen from your computer and face the audienceat the same time.z Multi-display capability, which allows you to expand your desktop onthe screen to another display device so that you have more desktopspace to work on.Power Management.NOTE: The computer enters Standby or Suspend mode when the LCD is closed. Ifyou want to use the computer with the LCD closed, set None to the “When I close thelid of my portable computer” option in the Power Management properties. Thus thecomputer does not enter Standby or Suspend mode when the LCD is closed.Configuring the Display ModesNOTE: To take advantage of the enhanced video capabilities, the video driversupplied with your computer must be installed.Your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colorsbefore shipment. You can view and change display settings through youroperating system. See your operating system documentation or onlinehelp for specific information.For displaying in higher resolutions, you can connect an external CRTmonitor that supports higher resolutions through the optional dockingstation. (See“Connecting a Monitor”in Chapter 4 for more information.)The following table lists the display modes supported by your computer.Operating Your Computer 2-17
