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    Closing lid to laptop when using 2nd monitor?

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by azusaheart, Jan 15, 2005.

  1. azusaheart

    azusaheart Newbie

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    I just wanted to make sure I was doing this correctly. I have a second monitor I am using with my 9200 laptop that is a flat panel 17" monitor. I used the "Fn" and "CRT/LCD" buttons to switch from laptop's display to using the flat panel monitor which turned off my laptop monitor. I also used the "do nothing" in the power options where it says, "When I close the lid to my laptop." I now have the lid closed, but I just wanted to make sure I wasn't going to ruin anything by doing this. TIA for your help.

    Linda
     
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  2. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Nope, you're set up correctly.

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    Brian, Jan 15, 2005
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