Monitor Resolution I have a Dell Dimension 3000. I have been running it on Windows XP so far. Recently I installed Windows RC. Since the day I installed Windows RC, my screen resolution has changed. I am not getting any option to increase screen resolution. Is it because I need an updated VGA driver or what? Could anybody suggest a remedy or I would revert back to Windows XP Thanks in advance!!

According to the Dell Support web site the Dell Dimension 2400 has a built in Intel 3D extreme graphics adapter, assuming you are using this and not a PCI graphics card.

Go to the Intel Download Centre and run their Intel Driver Update Utility which will automatically scan your system for updated drivers for any installed or integrated Intel devices.

If the Intel Utility identifies an updated driver for your graphics adapter then download and install that which should enable you to configure a higher resolution for your display.

1280 x 1024 at 60 Hz (optimal) resolution is the maximum resolution with 16 color if the other computer had it on 32 bit color setting or the resolution of the monitor aspects ratio changed than it will not display anything on your computer
Solution is plug in your old monitor and change the settings to lowest with the aspect ratio as what the screen size is then plug in the new one that should do it

There may be a problem with your windows installation. Search Google for Hirens boot CD, it is a free download and should contain a live XP installation. When you turn on the computer tap the appropriate button to reach the boot menu, then insert the CD and select your CD drive. Once booted it should display a live XP.
Alternatively you may have your monitor set to an incompatible resolution. If tapping F8 won't display the advanced boot menu then try finding an auto setup on your monitor or change the resolution using the monitors controls. If the advanced boot menu does display then select low resolution mode.
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Hello

Run the windows update again to win sp3.

Sp3 has most of the drivers in the dowload.IF not you should be able to install utilities after you get win xp sp3

Install the Drivers. The CD you received is just the basic Windows Install. You can download the drivers at support.dell.com Install order: Desktop System Software (If available) Chipset utility Video Driver Audio Driver Network Driver then install applications like Roxio/Sonic and DVD player

From your description, you were able to boot the machine properly in Safe Mode. While in Safe Mode, change the video resolution to the lowest possible (color depth does not matter at this point). You should also check that you are configured for single monitor operation if your video card supports multiple monitors. Reboot the machine normally. If all goes well, you can readjust your video settings for a higher resolution again.

Hi,
After installing XP you have to install all the device drivers. Click here to download Device Drivers.
Thanks, PREM

You need to install your computers drivers.

You noted that you have a dimension 3000.

You need videocard drivers to change resolution and networkcard drivers to connect to internet.

Il look for the drivers you need a post them in a minute If i find them.

1- Yes, you could install your CD. 2- www.download.com

no drivers are needed for monitor. Its the video card drivers that you should look for at the dell drivers and downloads website. make sure that you have the right driver installed so that you may be increase your screen resolution.You may also use your Dell Resource CD Drivers and utilities. Install the Resource cd, On the TOPICS dropdown box, select drivers,You'll know which drivers needs to be installed because they will have a check mark infront of the correct device driver. Clicke extract button after you have chosen the video driver. You may need to scroll down.Restart the computer.