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Q128703: Cannot Change Video Resolution on HP Vectra Computer

Article: Q128703
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
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Last Modified: 17-DEC-2000

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows 95 
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SYMPTOMS
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When you try to change the video resolution on a Hewlett-Packard (HP) Vectra
computer running Windows 95, you receive the following error message:

  There is a problem with your display settings. The adapter type is incorrect,
  or the current settings do not work with your hardware.

CAUSE
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HP Vectra computers have on-board VESA local bus video adapters. You must set
the video adapter for the correct display mode using the computer's BIOS Setup
program.

RESOLUTION
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Run the HP Vectra's BIOS Setup program and change the display mode to an
appropriate setting for the resolution you want to use.

For information about setting the Vectra's display adapter, please contact
Hewlett-Packard.


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