So i recently wiped out my comp or reset it to factory settings and now the resoulution is all messed up. I went into Display Properties and then clicked on settings and my screen reslution is 800 by 600 pixels but it wont let me change it. Also my color quality is lowest (4bit) and i cant change it. So i looked at the troubleshoot. It told me to click on advanced and click monitor. Then to select a monitor type but it wont let me to select a monior type. Then said if moniter isnt selected click properties. It wont let me click on properties. Can someone PLEASE help me fix my stupid computer!
2007-03-15 05:19:59 · 6 answers · asked by Cristy 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
My computer is a Sony Vaio windows xp if that helps any.
2007-03-15 05:33:03 · update #1
It sounds like you need to install the drivers for your video card.
go to the manufacturers site, and look for the drive there. If you have a 3rd party video card, go to their website and download from them. Once you installed the new drivers, you should be able to correct that problem.
If you still need help, contact me and i would be happy to assist you.
Kevin
2007-03-15 05:25:00 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is from the Windows troubleshooting guide. I hope it helps!
Is the correct monitor selected in your display settings?
Make sure that the correct monitor appears in Display properties. If the wrong monitor is selected, Windows might not use the full capabilities of your monitor, and you might be restricted in your choice of screen resolutions.
To check your monitor selection
Open Display Properties in Control Panel.
Click the Settings tab, click Advanced, and then click the Monitor tab.
The monitor that is selected for your computer is displayed under Monitor Type.
If correct monitor isn't listed, click Properties.
Click the Driver tab, and then click Update driver.
After the Hardware Update Wizard starts, click Install from a list or specific location, and then click Next.
Click Don't search. I will choose the driver to install, and then click Next. This provides a list of monitor manufacturers and models.
In Manufacturers, click the manufacturer of your monitor, and then in Models, click the model name.
If your monitor isn't listed, click (Standard monitor type) in Manufacturers, and then choose the most compatible setting for your monitor in Models.
Click Next, and then click Next again.
Note
To open Display Properties, click Start, click Control Panel, click Appearance and Themes, and then click Display.
Does selecting the correct monitor solve the problem?
Good luck!
2007-03-15 13:13:41 · answer #2 · answered by Terry J 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You need to click on the link that will allow you to upgrade the video drivers. I believe it is labeled drivers under advance on the settings tab. That should fix it. You have the basic drivers installed and you need to get the correct ones there in order to get the higher resolution.
2007-03-15 12:27:04 · answer #3 · answered by Kenn N 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Easy problem. You just need to install the video card adapter driver. Should be a quick install and you'll be fixed in seconds.
Check the mfr web site for the current driver, download and install. Should be that easy.
2007-03-15 12:27:27 · answer #4 · answered by Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to find out what kind of video card you have and install the proper drivers from the manufacturers website.
2007-03-15 12:25:10 · answer #5 · answered by UbiquitousGeek 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your computer is not working properly while you are working on it, it could be a problem with device drivers, hardware or software.
2007-03-15 22:13:17 · answer #6 · answered by leas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋