Question about monitor display setting

[gup502]

On Fri, 2007-11-02 at 13:12 +0100, Eberhard Roloff wrote:
> gup502 wrote:
> > One thing I do not understand, with Linux whether it is Mandriva or
> > Ubuntu, after each upgrade, there is always problems with display.
> > 
> > My T40 was running 1024x768 connected to Samsung 710T 17", after the
> > upgrade, the resolution is fine but the gnome panel does not extend to
> > the ends on top.  The bottom is even worst, it is sitting 3/4 of the
> > screen.
> > 
> > I have tried everything to reconfigure them but still could not get them
> > to align properly.  Any thoughts?  Cheers.
> > 
> > Terence
> > 
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> > 
> > 
> Maybe you could first try to run your 710 T with its native resolution
> of 1280x1024? Then see, if the problem persists.
> 
> If you happen to have a Docking station with DVI Connector for your IBM,
> I also would connect the Samsung digitally via DVI.
> 
> At least then, your screen should exactly display what your computer
> delivers.
> 
> regards
> Eberhard
> 
> 
Thanks Eberhard. I will give it a go.  I have not got a DVI cable but
will fine one.  I will let you know.


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With best regards,

Terence

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