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    can't change resolution from 800x600..

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by spexc31, Oct 21, 2007.

  1. spexc31

    spexc31 Notebook Evangelist

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    i ran the new ubuntu off the the live cd and i can't change the resolution from 800x600. there are no higher options in the appearance>resolution screen

    resolution is so bad that most windows don't even fit entirely, so i can't exactly read everything..including the installation screens...which is defiantly troublesome.

    anyone know how to fix this?
     
    spexc31, Oct 21, 2007
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  2. Insane

    Insane Notebook Evangelist

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    install the nvidia drivers for your 8600

    best do some googling on how to do that. i heard there may be complications for 8600's
     
    Insane, Oct 22, 2007
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    If you have dual monitor set up for the machine that can cause problem, it does when I used a desktop with a DVI and VGA both plugged in, it locked the res at the lowest one depends on your screen. In my case 1024 x 765 because that's the one screen that I had which is inferior. This is my desktop experience, I don't know about laptop thou.
     
    Dragonpet, Oct 22, 2007
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    Fittersman Wanna trade?

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    Fittersman, Oct 22, 2007
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