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TP 600E, 770X/Z - Video driver installation leave system in VGA mode with Windows NT

Applicable to: World-Wide

SYMPTOM:
After installing the Video Features diskette, the system continues to reboot in VGA mode.

CONFIGURATION:
ThinkPad 600E, 770X with Windows NT 4.0

WORKAROUND:
First install the ThinkPad configuration program and set the Video display to Presentation Mode, then install the Video Features diskette.

OR

Install Fix Pack 3 or later, then install the Video Features Diskette

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
If you install the Video Features Diskette and have the higher resolutions, then install Fix Pack 3 or later, you system will be reset to VGA mode. Reinstall the Video Features Diskette to get back to the higher resolutions.

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Windows NT, Video

Date Created

09-12-98

Last Updated

26-01-99

Revision Date

26-01-2000

Brand

IBM ThinkPad

Product Family

ThinkPad 600E, ThinkPad 770X, ThinkPad 770Z

Machine Type

2645, 9549, 9544

Model

Various

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