Intel I740-Based Video Adapter Has Limited Color Depth

ID: Q227980


The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
  • Microsoft Windows 2000 Datacenter Server


SYMPTOMS

When you use Windows 2000 drivers for your Intel i740 chip set-based video adapter, available color depths, resolutions, and refresh rates are limited. Also, the choices available may be limited to what was available when you used other versions of Microsoft Windows with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) supplied drivers.


RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, contact the manufacturer of your video adapter to inquire about the availability of a driver that provides extended functionality.


MORE INFORMATION

The driver included with Windows 2000 supports the maximum capabilities of this chip set. Your video adapter manufacturer might have expanded the capabilities of the RAMDAC, possibly requiring manufacturer-specific drivers to obtain extended color depths and resolutions.

Additional query words:

Keywords : kbdisplay kbenv kbhw kbui
Version : WINDOWS:2000
Platform : WINDOWS
Issue type : kbprb


Last Reviewed: December 29, 1999
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