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Monitor resolution, Windows 98SE to 2000 Pro
« on: January 02, 2005, 10:34:19 PM »
Dell Inspiron 3500 notebook; 64mb RAM.

I removed (format c:/s) WIN 98SE & installed 2000 Pro;  all seems fine so far, but the monitor resolution  is poor. Settings  are limited to 16 colors, area range only 640x480 or  800x600. I've tried a few options in "Visual Effects", and that was some help but still a below-average resolution. I'm guessing that I need a new driver?  The monitor is a Magicgraph 256, NeoMagic Corp.

Help, Anybody??    
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    Re: Monitor resolution, Windows 98SE to 2000 Pro
    « Reply #1 on: January 03, 2005, 05:09:04 AM »
    You need to install your video card drivers.
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    Re: Monitor resolution, Windows 98SE to 2000 Pro
    « Reply #2 on: January 03, 2005, 12:53:50 PM »
    Good point... Also, update those drivers once you install them.... This will better prevent you from future damage...  ;)

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    Re: Monitor resolution, Windows 98SE to 2000 Pro
    « Reply #3 on: January 03, 2005, 01:31:13 PM »
    Sounds good to me;I've ID'd some download drivers on Dell's website that are compatible with the Insp 3500 & Win 2000 Pro.  I'll install one that fits & hope it resolves the issue.

    You folks are great, thanks for the quicky replies.

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