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Using Peripheral Devices
Selecting Display Modes
You can select which display to be used as the primary monitor when an external display (desktop monitor, etc.) is connected
to your computer.
The procedure for selecting a display depends on the video controller used in the computer. See the online Specifications
for detailed information on the video controller.
If you want to work on your computer screen and the external display at the same time, see Using the Multiple Monitors
Function (page 98) for more information.
To select a display
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The monitor (VGA) port on your computer is not accessible when the computer is attached to the multi function bay docking station.
Models with the ATI video controller
Use the Fn+F7 keys to select a display. See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 29) for more information.
When the computer has an external display connected, you can change the Main/Clone setting as follows:
1 Right-click on the desktop and select ATI CATALYST
®
Control Center.
2 Follow the on-screen instructions to change the settings.
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You may not be able to display the same contents on your computer screen and the external display or projector at the same time, depending on the
type of your external display or projector.
Before turning on your computer, turn on the peripheral devices.