[tlinux-users:08619] Re: Refresh Rates in Xorg (Debian Etch)

You might try getting & running |read-edid|
to verify what modes the monitor says it can do.


Joel T. wrote:
> Hi All,
>
> I installed Debian Etch on a Dynabook SS SX 490NK (similar to the 
> Protege R300).
> Installation seems fine except that the only available vertical 
> refresh rate is 60Hz, while the laptop manual states it supports 75, 
> 85 and 100Hz.
>
> I've added to the xorg.conf file:
> Option "DDC" "false"
> and
> Option "DisplayInfo" "false"
>  but it doesn't help.
>
> Checking /var/log/xorg.conf shows the local flat panel (LFP) is 
> identified and then any attempt to override the refresh rate of a 
> generic monitor (60Hz) is ignored.
>
> 1. Any suggestions on how to enable the higher refresh rates? .
> 2.  How can I find specifications on the laptop's monitor (WXGA 
> 12.1")  such as the horizontal rate? .
>
> Thanks,
> Joel.
>
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