Compaq Laptops Cannot Switch to External Monitor (72488)
The information in this article applies to:
- Microsoft Windows 1.1
- Microsoft Windows 2.03
- Microsoft Windows 2.1
- Microsoft Windows 2.11
- Microsoft Windows 3.0
This article was previously published under Q72488 SYMPTOMS
Compaq laptops, such as the 286LTE, have the option of switching between
the built-in screen and an external monitor. However, this does not work if
you are inside Microsoft Windows.
CAUSE
Windows captures all keystroke commands, which prevents this feature from
working.
WORKAROUND
The only work around at this time is to execute the command before
starting Windows.
The commands to switch between the built-in screen and the external
monitor port are:
enable: CTRL+ALT+, (comma)
disable: CTRL+ALT+. (period)
MORE INFORMATION
The Compaq products included here are manufactured by vendors independent
of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these
products' performance or reliability.
| Modification Type: | Minor | Last Reviewed: | 7/7/2005 |
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| Keywords: | KB72488 |
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