MSI VR440 Support Question
MSI VR440 Support Question
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Question posted by nshneela on October 30th, 2011
Ubuntu
Whichever version of ubuntu i install, I can't increase resolution more than 800x600. The text mode is also not working as the screen is just flickering. Is there any linux flavor, that works well in msi vr440 laptop.
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Answer #1: Posted by smcclurken on October 30th, 2011 6:40 AM
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Ubuntu usualy has drivers for pretty much everything. But your video driver might be proprietary (restricted). I recommend using the latest version of Ubuntu found at the following link: http://www.ubuntu.com/download/ubuntu/download
Install Ubuntu and then check for an updated video driver. You'll do that with the following simple instructions.
After you install and boot to Ubuntu 11.10 you will:
1.1 Ensure you can download restricted drivers. Open the "System" menu, point to "Administration, and select "Synaptic Package Manager". Enter your password if you have one.
1.2 In the package manager click the "Settings" menu and select "Repositories".
1.3 Look at the "Ubuntu Software" tab. Ensure that the box is checked to the left of "Proprietary drivers for devices (restricted)" and ensure the box is checked to the left of "Software restricted by copyright or legal issues (miltiverse)". Now click the "Close" button.
1.4 If the "Repositories changed" window opens, click the "Close" button.
In the Synaptic Package Manager window, click the "File" menu and select "Quit".
2.1 Check for new driver if available. To do this you will click the "System" menu, point to "Administration", and select "Hardware Drivers".
2.2 If not available you will see this message at the top of the window "No proprietary drivers are in use on this system.
2.3 If your driver is available you will se a device in the window. You will need to select the device and click on the "Enable" button.
After enabling the device, Ubuntu will download and install your new driver. You may need to reboot the system to complete changes after the install.
Related MSI VR440 Manual Pages
User Manual - Page 3
... View...2-17 Bottom SideView ...2-19
Getting Started
Power Management ...3-2 AC Adapter ...3-2 Battery Pack ...3-4 Using the Battery Pack...3-7
Basic Operations ...3-9 Safety and Comfort Tips...3-9 Having a Good Work Habit...3-10 Knowing the Keyboard ...3-11 Knowing the Touchpad ...3-15 About Hard Disk Drive...3-18 Using the Optical Storage Device 3-19
Connecting the External Devices...
User Manual - Page 5
...off and on a circuit different from that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
Preface
1-5
Regulations Information
FCC-B Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been ... of the following measures: „ Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. „ Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. „ Connect the equipment into an outlet...
User Manual - Page 8
... it is necessary to ensure that people are unlikely to protective earthing system of breakage.
When installing the coaxial cable to the TV Tuner, it . Do not place anything on card or .... Š The equipment has been exposed to moisture. Š The equipment has not worked well or you can not get it work according to
User's Manual. Š The equipment was dropped and damaged. Š The...
User Manual - Page 20
... of electric shock from the network interface. „ Note the cautions when installing or modifying telephone lines. „ Avoid using the telephone function (other than a cordless type) during a lightning... storm. „ Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is classified as a "CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT."...
User Manual - Page 21
Release History
Version 1.0
Revision Note First Release
Date 06, 2008 Windows® 2000/ XP are
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. „ NVIDIA®, the NVIDIA logo, DualNet, and ...
User Manual - Page 23
... using keyboard, touchpad, hard disk drive, and optical storage drive. If any of these information or caution when using this notebook. Beside, the steps of installing and uninstalling the battery;
and the procedures of connecting the various external devices, communication devices, and so on, are proud to tell our users that...
User Manual - Page 24
... system for optimum use. Also, keep the box and packing materials in case you to ship the unit in -one application disk, containing the full version of user's manual, drivers, utilities, and optional recovery function, etc.. Unpacking
First, unpack the shipping carton and check all items carefully. If any item contained...
User Manual - Page 26
... (optional) 6 cells Yes
2.5", 9.5mm High DVD Combo / DVD dual / Super Multi / Blu-ray DVD (Devices listed here may vary without notice)
15 pin D-Sub x 1 x 4 (USB version 2.0) x 1 x 1 (optional) x 1 x 1 x 1 (SPDIF supported -
User Manual - Page 28
Introductions
2-7
LCD Resolution (Optional) Dual View Function CRT Output
1280 x 800 WXGA LCD or CRT will be auto detected when connected. Yes
Others
Kensington Lock Hole Compliance
x 1 WHQL ...
User Manual - Page 30
... enabled. Š Glowing blue when Bluetooth function is turned off. Rubber Pads Protect your Notebook PC from random closing.
2.
WebCam (optional) This built-in suspend mode. Š Glowing blue when the system is activated. Š LED goes out when the system is enabled. Š Glowing green and blue at the same...
User Manual - Page 32
... User Defined application.
Introductions
2-11 6. Internet
Webcam
P1
Press this ECO-friendly power saving function.
Quick Launch Buttons Press the quick launch buttons to do work more efficiently.
User Manual - Page 35
... that holds 4.5 hours of high-definition video (HD) on the computer. Š Super Multi works as the mouse, keyboard, modem, portable hard disk module, printer and more.
2. Optical Device Drive... Š The optical device allows you to use the CD/ DVD disc for installing software, accessing data and playing music/movie on a single-sided, single-layer 25GB disk. Introductions
...
User Manual - Page 48
... your battery life. Š The actual charging time will be recharged while it is installed in use the system, suspend system operation or shut down and turn off the system
...do not use the notebook for a long time, it is suggested to remove the battery pack from your work and close all running programs and shut down the system or Save-to the following tips before recharging. This ...
User Manual - Page 58
... is on . To avoid unexpected data loss in your system, please backup your critical files regularly. Do not remove or install the hard disk drive when the notebook is turned on . The replacement of hard disk drive should be done by an authorized... storage device. Do not turn off the notebook when the hard disk In-use LED is usually used to install the operating system and software applications.
User Manual - Page 62
... first if necessary, and then connect the device to the notebook. To connect these devices, install the drivers for connecting various USB devices, such as mouse, keyboard, digital camera, webcam, ... and external optical storage device, ete.. This notebook is capable to auto detect the USB devices installed, and if there is no detection of the devices, please manually enable the USB devices by ...
User Manual - Page 65
...-up to use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord. To reduce the risk of the modem feature. It is strongly recommended to install the modem driver included in Bluetooth function) allows you to connect the Internet.
User Manual - Page 66
... smaller and faster than PC Card interface. There might be a dummy card inserted in the slot, remove the Express card or dummy card with a basic installation for the Express Card, including how to make the card stretch out first. 3. Push the card into the slot (usually with its label facing up...
User Manual - Page 67
Getting Started
3-27
Removing the Express Card
1
2
2
3
3
4
Installing the Express Card
5 6
4 5
User Manual - Page 72
... settings. Security Menu Install or clear Supervisor's and user's password settings. Main Menu Show system overview information about BIOS version, CPU features, memory... size and setting of system time and date. Boot Menu Set up boot type and boot sequence. BIOS Setup
4-4
BIOS Setup Menu
Once you enter the BIOS Setup Utility, the Main Menu will appear on the screen...
User Manual - Page 73
...to 31. The system clock will go on no matter you shut down the PC or get into sleep mode.
Month (Month)
The month from Sun to Sat, which is [hour:minute:second].
Š System ... is determined by users.
Š Primary/Secondary IDE Master These items display the types of the IDE devices installed in the notebook.
The date format is [day:month:date:year]. Year (Year)
The year can be ...
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