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How can I change the display size on the desktop?

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For Windows, go to Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display > Change display settings or Adjust screen resolution.

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My computer is prompting me to check the video cable. Where and what is that?

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The video cable is the cable that sends video (and sometimes audio) information to the monitor. Depending on what kind of cable you used, it could look different. Look for something blue, white or black. In step four of this article, the blue connector is a 'male' VGA connector, which is a video cable.

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Should I choose auto setup or custom setup?

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In most cases, all you need is automatic setup, but some people prefer custom setup because they want to change certain variables. If the custom option is overwhelming, back out and choose automatic or choose the default settings.

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I powered up my desktop computer and didn't get anything out of the monitor. The PC sat unused for a couple of years. Any advice?

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Does the computer have a light on? If it does, make sure the monitor is on. If your computer has a dedicated graphics card, try using the Integrated graphics. Note: If you find your dedicated GPU is broken, replace it as soon as possible.

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Where does the power cable connect?

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The power cable connects to the back of the computer, into the power supply unit (PSU). You will find a matching socket for the power cable there. When connecting, be sure the PSU is set to 'O', and switch it to 'I' once connected.

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Where do I connect the mouse, keyboard, and monitor?

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You should connect the mouse and keyboard to the back of your computer, ideally to the faster USB ports for better response. Connect the monitor to the GPU at the back of your computer. If you don't have a GPU, connect it to the port on the motherboard, provided your CPU has integrated graphics.

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