Mac OS X: Multiple displays setup doesn't work

  • Last Modified: August 18, 2008
  • Article: TS2083
  • Old Article: 61512

Symptoms

If your computer is set up to use multiple displays, shut it down and make sure the displays are properly connected.

Products Affected

Mac OS X 10.4, Mac OS X 10.3, Mac OS X 10.2, Mac OS X 10.1, Mac OS X 10.0, Displays, Mac OS X 10.5

Resolution

If you want to set up your computer for multiple displays, but you don't see the Arrange tab in Displays preferences, make sure you have a graphics card installed for each display connected to your computer.

The Arrange tab in Displays preferences only appears when you have more than one graphics card installed in your computer and your computer can display an extended desktop.

This document contains information from Help Center, the help system included with your computer.

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