Posts by scotlandcap

Interesting. No, I haven't tried DVI yet, although others with the same esternal display are using VGA and getting "crystal clear results." I am going to get a DVI cable and try it, although I don't think that will make the...

I have the ATI 9700 video card and I am trying to use an external LCD display running at 1366 x 768. The best I can get is 1024 x 768, so only 4:3 on a 16:9 display. My lappy display is 1280 x 800 max---the base display in the lappy. ...

Guys, I need help...I have a 9100 from the $750 off sale last Oct. Base system, came with upgraded RAM to 512. I leave the unit running most of the day, but the actual usage is not that intensive. Use it more at night doing the...

Thanks, Geek! Sort of thought that, but I thought someone here might know a workaround...

I have a Dell 9100. I currently have a second monitor hooked up to the VGA port when I use it at home for dual displays. Question: can I hook up a 3rd display via the DVI port for triple displays? Anyone try this? Can it be done? ...

Hey all, Looking for some expert help here before I try to navigate tech suport. Lappy went into hibernation/suspend or something. Normally when this happens, I depress the power button and the system comes back up. Well, it...

Owner of a new 9100...its been great. Quick questions for you experts: I ordered the base 40 Gig/4200 HD, but I've heard Dell wasn't shipping the 4200 drive but rather a 5400 rpm drive. Short of unscrewing the casing underneath, how...

Have a new 9100 as well from the "750 sale" and I've noticed that sort of whiny sound also. Mine, however, is intermittent. Played a CD while doing some work today, and it disappeared. I will keep a close eye on it. Fans,...

I got a splitter with my 9100 yesterday. A little surprised. A nice little berry.

Bloke, My original estimated ship date was 10/27, and est deliv I think 11/01-11/03. Followed the order through production. Seemed like it sat "in production" for a couple of days, then all of a sudden, kitting to...