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    M17x hdmi out with laptop screen closed

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Horsefeathers, Aug 13, 2011.

  1. Horsefeathers

    Horsefeathers Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm considering purchasing an m17x but I'll be using it on an hdtv pretty often.
    Is it possible to close the laptop and still be able to use it with a wireless keyboard and a mouse without the whole thing going into standby mode?

    Thanks!
     
    Horsefeathers, Aug 13, 2011
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    nall Notebook Enthusiast

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    In power options, there is an option choose what closing the lid does.
     
    nall, Aug 13, 2011
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    Just set it to "Do nothing" and it should be fine.
     
    zoolian982, Aug 13, 2011
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    Okay, great.
    Thanks for your input.
     
    Horsefeathers, Aug 13, 2011
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