If you do own the computer, and just guessing here, but maybe you need to log in somehow with a password to have those rights to the drop down, settings controls? I remember years back I had a PC where I set up a log in. Yes, it sounds like you might be using a computer that your employer issued you for work? You might not have the same rights as if you owned the computer. My question is, using your method and the Targus USB 3.0 Dual Video Adapter (the cheaper option) am I going to be able to close my laptop, use the dual monitors and a Wireless or USB keyboard running Windows 8?Īlso, second question- is the video adapter going to impact the quality of the output on the monitors and if so, anything I should consider when buying a high end monitor? My only other option was to leave the laptop open (which I hated) and use a single other external screen which is an awful solution since the screens are 'different' in terms of height and viewing angle.

The system only allowed me to Stretch the display across the three screens. I tried this at work with my aging HP laptop and whatever splitter someone pulled from a backroom, but the result was that I could not display as dual screens. My question is this: I see that I can either purchase Targus USB 3.0 Dual Video Adapter to split the monitors OR the more expensive dock Targus USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Dual Video Docking Station (ACP70USZ). I am looking at setting up two external monitors as a desktop configuration. I haven't purchased my laptop yet, but plan on purchasing a Toshiba Satellite 17.3' today. This can also be accessed from the hardware and audio section of the control panel.

You may also have to change the audio settings to use your monitor's speakers.

Depending on the resolution of your laptop and monitor, you will have to change those settings.

Keep in mind that older laptops will not be able to have the same resolution as newer ones and that there may be a discrepancy between your laptop's resolution and the resolution of your monitor.

Go to settings and click on display options to make sure that the resolution is set correctly.

That way, your screen will only appear on the external monitor.

You will see a few options for how you want to display your laptop to the monitor but choose 2nd screen only.

Open up the project menu by hitting the Windows key + P.

Using a large monitor will change the resolution of the image on the screen.

Once you have changed the power settings, you have to make sure that the display settings and the audio settings are what you want.

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