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See Solving Problems for more information.
Setting the Maximum Resolution
To set the Maximum resolution for the monitor:
Windows XP:
1. Right-click on the desktop and select Properties.
2. Select the Settings tab.
3. Setthescreenresolutionto2048x1280(VGAinputsource)/2560x1600(DVI/DisplayPortinputsources)/1920x1200(HDMIinputsource).
4. Click OK.
Windows Vista
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or Windows
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7:
1. Right-click on the desktop and select Personalization.
2. Click Change Display Settings.
3. Move the slider-bar to the right by pressing and holding left-mouse button and adjust the screen resolution to 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x
1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source). 
4. Click OK.
If you do not see 2048 x 1280 (VGA input source) / 2560 x 1600 (DVI/DisplayPort input sources) / 1920 x 1200 (HDMI input source), as an option, you may
need to update your graphics driver. Depending on your computer, complete one of the following procedures:
If you have a Dell desktop or portable computer:
l Go to support.dell.com, enter your service tag, and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
If you are using a non-Dell computer (portable or desktop):
l Go to the support site for your computer and download the latest graphic drivers.
l Go to your graphics card website and download the latest graphic drivers.
Using the Dell Soundbar (Optional)
The Dell Soundbar is a stereo two channel system adaptable to mount on Dell Flat Panel Displays. The Soundbar has a rotary volume and on/off control to
adjust the overall system level, a blue LED for power indication, and two audio headset jacks.
If either VGA or DVI-D or DisplayPort or HDMI or Component input is selected and both VGA and DVI-D and DisplayPort
and HDMI and Component cables are not connected, a floating
dialog box as shown below appears.
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NOTE: In DVI, please use the dual-link DVI cable shipped with your monitor for maximum preset resolution of 2560 x 1600.