Connecting an External MonitorIf you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higherresolution, you can connect an external CRT monitor to yourcomputer through the optional docking station.Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor:1. Make sure the computer is not turned on.2. Plug the monitor’s D-type signal connector to the docking station’sVGA port.3. Plug one end of the monitor’s power cord into the power socket onthe monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet.4. To use the monitor, turn on the monitor before turning on the computer.5. The monitor should respond by default. If not, you can switch thedisplay to the monitor or to both (simultaneous displays) by pressingFn+F9. In Windows, you can also change the display through thesettings in Display Properties.6. You can change display settings through your operating system. Seeyour operating system documentation or online help for specificinformation.CAUTION: Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Standby modeor Suspend mode. If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes, theLCD remains blank and the output is not displayed.Expanding Your Computer4-2
