www.gateway.com61Using an extended desktopIf your computer supports dual monitors (it must have multiple monitor ports), you can use asecond monitor to roughly double the size of your Windows desktop. You can use the additionaldesktop space to accommodate additional windows.To turn on extended desktop:1 Right-click any empty space on the desktop, then click Properties. The Display Propertiesdialog box opens.2 Click the Settings tab.3 Click the second monitor icon (labeled 2), then click Extend my Windows desktop ontothis monitor.4 Click Apply.5 You can open windows in your desktop and drag them over to the second monitor.Using a second monitorIf your computer’s video card supports additional monitors (it must have two video connections),you can connect an additional monitor or projector to your computer.To use a projector or additional monitor:1 Turn off your computer.2 Plug the projector or monitor cable into the secondary VGA port on your computer. Forthe location of the VGA port on your computer, see the poster or Reference Guide.3 Turn on your computer.HelpFor more information about using an extended desktop, click Start, then clickHelp and Support. Type multiple monitors in the Search Help box, then pressE NTER.ImportantThe dialog boxes shown in this section are for demonstrative purposes only and maynot represent the screens on your computer.
