How to Use an HP HDMI Monitor
In the past few years, more laptop and desktop computers have come equipped with High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) ports. Now monitors are starting to feature the ports that used to be exclusive to high-definition TVs, making it easier for users to connect them to new computers. HDMI connections are easy, and since they use digital rather than analog data, they're less susceptible to interference. If your monitor only features HDMI ports and your computer has none, you will need a DVI-HDMI or VGA-HDMI converter.
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Things You'll Need
- HDMI-equipped HP monitor
- Windows desktop or laptop
- HDMI cable
- HDMI adapter (optional)
Instructions
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Place your monitor on your table or desk. Plug the power cable into the back of the monitor, then into a wall outlet.
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Plug the HDMI cable into the back of the monitor and into the computer. If your computer does not have an HDMI port, plug the cable into the DVI or VGA adapter, then plug the adapter into the corresponding port.
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Turn on your monitor. Turn on your computer and log in.
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Right-click your computer desktop. Select "Properties," then "Settings." For Vista users, select "Personalization," then "Display settings." For Windows 7 users, click "Screen Resolution."
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Set the resolution at the native setting for the screen. The most common resolutions for 16 x 9 HDMI monitors are 1200 x 720, 1366 x 768, 1600 x 900 and 1920 x 1080.
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