Cannot Change Video Resolution on HP Vectra Computer

Last reviewed: September 13, 1995
Article ID: Q128703

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you try to change the video resolution on a Hewlett-Packard (HP) Vectra computer running Windows 95, you receive the following error message:

   There is a problem with your display settings. The adapter type is
   incorrect, or the current settings do not work with your hardware.

CAUSE

HP Vectra computers have on-board VESA local bus video adapters. You must set the video adapter for the correct display mode using the computer's BIOS Setup program.

RESOLUTION

Run the HP Vectra's BIOS Setup program and change the display mode to an appropriate setting for the resolution you want to use.

For information about setting the Vectra's display adapter, please contact Hewlett-Packard.

KBCategory: kbdisplay kberrmsg
KBSubcategory: wpp95 win95
Additional reference words: 95

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Last reviewed: September 13, 1995
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