Thread: Dual Monitor Problems

hello,

i'm new here (and ubuntu). got fed xp running on laptop (its getting old , struggling bit) thought give ubuntu try.

have monitor plugged laptop, can't seem working ubuntu.

tried messing monitor settings (in system>preferences>monitor), have had no luck.

thread may similar, unable gain it.

http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1468484

second screen can set extension of first screen wavy , image on screen won't stay still.

have dell inspiron 9400 ati radeon mobility x1400 graphics card connected secondary monitor using vga cable.

laptop screen displays fine, , can set external monitor primary display , works fine too, when try split desktop between 2 external monitor said above goes wavy.

appreciated, note complete novice ubuntu.

thank you

rr54

are using ubuntu 10.04? correct administration/hardware drivers not offer video driver? have looked @ manual computer, see says external moniotors? if manual has been mislaid, can download dell web site.

can't much, other people may able to, bit more information.

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