Dell UltraSharp U2717DA
User’s Guide
Model: U2717DA
Regulatory model: U2717Dt
Contents
About Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Identifying Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Monitor Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Plug-and-Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Setting Up the Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Installing the Arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Organizing Your Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the Tilt, Swivel, Pivot, Vertical and Horizontal Extension . . . . . .31
Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System . . . . . . . . . . 33
Connecting Your Monitor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Removing the Monitor Arm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Wall Mounting (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Operating the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Turning on the Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Using the Front Panel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Self-Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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Built-in Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Common Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Product Specific Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) Specific Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
FCC Notices (U.S. only) and Other Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . 60
Contacting Dell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Setting Up Your Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Maintenance Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
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Contents
About Your Monitor
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Make sure that you have
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor.
Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
Monitor
Arm Riser
Arm Base
Allen key
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Power cable (varies by country)
USB 3.0 upstream cable (enables
the USB ports on the monitor)
DP cable (mDP to DP)
• Drivers and documentation media
• Quick Setup Guide
• Safety and Regulatory Information
• Factory Calibration Report
Product Features
The Dell UltraSharp U2717DA monitor has an active matrix, thinfilm transistor (TFT),
liquid crystal display (LCD), and LED backlight. The monitor features include:
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68.47 cm (27-inch) active area display (Measured diagonally) 2560 x 1440
resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
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Wide viewing angles with 99% sRGB color.
Tilt, swivel, pivot, vertical and horizontal extension adjustment capabilities.
Removable pedestal and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm
mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
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Ultra-thin bezel minimizes the bezel gap in multi-monitor usage, enabling easier
set up with an elegant viewing experience.
Extensive digital connectivity with DP, mDP, HDMI (MHL), and USB 3.0 helps future-
proof your monitor.
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Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen optimization.
Software and documentation media includes an information file (INF), Image
color Matching File (ICM), Dell Display Manager software application and product
documentation. Dell Display Manager included (comes in the CD attached with the
monitor).
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Security lock slot.
Asset Management Capability.
Energy Star Compliant.
EPEAT Gold Compliant.
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RoHS compliant.
BFR/PVC Free monitor (excluding cables).
Arsenic-Free glass and Mercury Free for Panel only.
Energy Gauge shows the energy level being consumed by the monitor in real time.
0.5 W standby power when in the sleep mode.
TCO Certified Displays.
Identifying Parts and Controls
Front view
Label
Description
1
Power on/off button (with LED indicator)
2
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Back View
Label Description
Use
1
VESA mountiong holes (100 mm
x 100 mm-behind attached VESA
cover)
Wall mount monitor using VESA-
compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100
mm).
2
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4
Regulatory label
Arm release button
Security lock slot
Lists the regulatory approvals.
Release arm from monitor.
Secures monitor with security cable lock
(sold separately).
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Barcode, serial number, and Service Refer to this label if you need to contact
Tag label
Dell for technical support.
Arm cover
Remove the cover to access the cable
management compartment.
Cable management compartment Use to organize cables by routing them
through the compartment. See Organizing
Side View
USB downstream port
Port with battery icon is for BC 1.2
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Bottom View
Label Description
Use
1
AC power connector
To connect the monitor power cable.
2
HDMI (MHL) connector
Connect your computer with HDMI cable or MHL
devices with MHL cable (optional).
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4
5
DP connector (in)
mDP connector (in)
DP connector (out)
Connect your computer with DP cable.
Connect your computer with mDP to DP cable.
DP output for MST (multi-stream transport) capable
monitor. DP 1.1 monitor can only be connected as
the last monitor in the MST chain. To enable MST,
refer to instruction on section “Connecting the
NOTE: Remove the rubber plug when use DP out
connector.
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Audio line-out port
Connect speakers to playback audio coming
through HDMI or DP audio channels.
Only supports 2-channel audio.
NOTE: The audio line-out port does not support
headphones.
WARNING: Excessive sound pressure from
earphones or headphones can cause hearing
damage or loss.
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USB upstream port
Connect the USB cable that comes with your
monitor to the computer. Once this cable is
connected, you can use the USB downstream
connectors on the monitor.
USB downstream ports (2) Connect your USB device. You can only use this
connector after you have connected the USB cable
to the computer and USB upstream connector on
the monitor.
Arm lock
Lock the arm to the monitor using a M3 x 6 mm
screw (screw not included).
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Monitor Specifications
Flat Panel Specifications
Screen type
Panel type
Viewable image
Diagonal
Active matrix - TFT LCD
In-plane switching (IPS)
68.47 cm (27 inches)
Active Area
Horizontal
Vertical
569.736 mm (22.43 inches)
335.664 mm (13.21 inches)
191239.86 mm2 (296.30 inches2)
0.2331 mm x 0.2331 mm
Area
Pixel pitch
Viewing angle
Horizontal
178° (typical)
Vertical
178° (typical)
Luminance output
350 cd/m² (typical)
Contrast ratio
Faceplate coating
Backlight
1000 to 1 (typical)
Anti-glare treatment of the front polarizer (3H)
LED
Response Time
Color depth
8 ms (typical), 6 ms (fast mode)
16.7 million colors
99% sRGB
Color gamut
Resolution Specifications
Horizontal scan range
Vertical scan range
30 kHz to 88 kHz (DP/HDMI)
27 kHz to 70 kHz (MHL)
50 Hz to 75 Hz (DP/HDMI)
24 Hz to 60 Hz (MHL)
Maximum preset resolution
2560 x 1440 at 60 Hz
Video display capabilities
480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, 1440p
(DP & HDMI & MHL playback)
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Preset Display Modes
Display Mode
Horizontal
Frequency
(kHz)
Vertical
Frequency
(Hz)
Pixel Clock
(MHz)
Sync Polarity
(Horizontal/
Vertical)
720 x 400
31.5
31.5
37.5
37.9
46.9
48.4
60.0
67.5
64.0
80.0
75.0
67.5
66.58
88.8
70.0
60.0
75.0
60.3
75.0
60.0
75.0
75.0
60.0
75.0
60.0
60.0
60.0
60.0
28.3
-/+
640 x 480
640 x 480
800 x 600
800 x 600
1024 x 768
1024 x 768
1152 x 864
1280 x 1024
1280 x 1024
1600 x 1200
1920 x 1080
2048 x 1080
2560 x 1440
25.2
-/-
31.5
-/-
40.0
49.5
+/+
+/+
-/-
65.0
78.8
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/+
+/-
+/-
108.0
108.0
135.0
162.0
148.5
147.16
241.5
MHL Source Display Modes
Display Mode
Frequency
(Hz)
640 x 480p
720 x 480p
60
60
50
60
50
60
50
60
50
30
60
720 x 576p
720 (1440) x 480i
720 (1440) x 576i
1280 x 720p
1280 x 720p
1920 x 1080i
1920 x 1080i
1920 x 1080p
1920 x 1080p
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MST Multi-Stream Transport (MST) Modes
MST Source Monitor
Maximum number of external monitor that can be
supported
2560 x 1440/60 Hz
2560 x 1440/60 Hz
2
NOTE: Maximum external monitor resolution supported is 2560x1440 60Hz only.
Electrical Specifications
Video input signals
• Digital video signal for each differential line
Per differential line at 100 ohm impedance
• DP/HDMI/MHL signal input support
Input voltage/ frequency/current 100-240 VAC / 50 or 60 Hz 3 Hz / 1.7 A
(maximum)
Inrush current
120 V: 40 A (Max.)
240 V: 80 A (Max.)
Physical Characteristics
Connector type
• DP connector (include DP in and DP out)
• mDP connector
• HDMI (MHL) connector
• Audio line-out
• USB 3.0 upstream port connector
• USB 3.0 downstream port connector x 4
(Port with
battery icon is for BC 1.2)
Signal cable type
mDP to DP 1.8 M cable
USB 3.0 1.8 M cable
Dimensions (with arm)
Height (extended)
Height (compressed)
Depth (extended)
Depth (compressed)
Width
519.3 mm (20.44 inches)
359.6mm (14.16 inches)
466.9mm (18.38 inches)
195.7mm (7.70 inches)
611.3 mm (24.07 inches)
Dimensions (without arm)
Height
355.6 mm (14.00 inches)
611.3 mm (24.07 inches)
48.3 mm (1.90 inches)
Width
Depth
Arm dimensions
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Height
441.6mm (17.39 inches)
121.6 mm (4.79 inches)
384.3 mm (15.13 inches)
Width
Depth
Weight
Weight with packaging
9.7 kg (21.38 lb)
Weight with arm assembly and 7.1 kg (15.65 lb)
cables
Weight without arm assembly 4.5 kg (9.92 lb)
(For wall mount or VESA
mount considerations - no
cables)
Weight of arm assembly
2.3 kg (5.07 lb)
Environmental Characteristics
Temperature
Operating
Non-operating
Humidity
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
–20°C to 60°C (–4°F to 140°F)
Operating
10% to 80% (non-condensing)
5% to 90% (non-condensing)
Non-operating
Altitude
Operating
5,000 m (16,404 ft) (maximum)
12,192 m (40,000 ft) (maximum)
Non-operating
Thermal dissipation
252.5 BTU/hour (maximum)
88.7 BTU/hour (typical)
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Power Management Modes
If you have VESA’s DPM-compliant video card or software installed in your PC, the
monitor can automatically reduce its power consumption when not in use. This is
referred to as power save mode*. If the computer detects input from the keyboard,
mouse, or other input devices, the monitor automatically resumes functioning. The
following table shows the power consumption and signaling of this automatic power
saving feature.
VESA
Modes
Horizontal Vertical Video Power Indicator
Power Consumption
Sync
Sync
Normal
operation
Active
Active
Active White
74 W (maximum)**
26 W (typical)
Active-off
mode
Inactive
-
Inactive Off
White
Less than 0.5 W
(blinking slowly)
Off
Switch off
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Less than 0.3 W
Energy Star
Power Consumption
On Mode
23.7 W***
The OSD operates only in the normal operation mode. If you press any button in the
active-off mode, one of the following message is displayed:
*Zero power consumption in OFF mode can only be achieved by disconnecting
the AC mains cable from the monitor.
**Maximum power consumption with maximum luminance.
*** Energy consumption (On Mode) is tested at 230 Volts / 50 Hz.
This document is informational only and reflects laboratory performance. Your product
may perform differently, depending on the software, components and peripherals you
ordered and shall have no obligation to update such information. Accordingly, the
customer should not rely upon this information in making decisions about electrical
tolerances or otherwise. No warranty as to accuracy or completeness is expressed or
implied.
Activate the computer and the monitor to gain access to the OSD.
NOTE: This monitor is ENERGY STAR -compliant.
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Pin Assignments
DP connector (in)
Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable
1
ML3(n)
2
GND
3
ML3(p)
4
ML2(n)
5
GND
6
ML2(p)
7
ML1(u)
8
GND
9
ML1(p)
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
ML0(n)
GND
ML0(p)
CONFIG1
CONFIG2
AUX CH (p)
GND
AUX CH (n)
Hot Plug Detect
Return
DP_PWR
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DP connector (out)
Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable
1
ML0(p)
GND
2
3
ML0(n)
ML1(p)
4
5
GND
6
ML1(n)
7
ML2(p)
8
GND
9
ML2(n)
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
ML3(p)
GND
ML3(n)
CONFIG1
CONFIG2
AUX CH(p)
GND
AUX CH(n)
Hot Plug Detect
Return
DP_PWR
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mDP connector
Pin number 20-pin side of the connected signal cable
1
GND
2
Hot Plug Detect
ML3 (n)
CONFIG1
ML3 (p)
CONFIG2
GND
3
4
5
6
7
8
GND
9
ML2 (n)
ML0 (p)
ML2 (p)
ML0 (p)
GND
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
GND
ML1 (n)
AUX (p)
ML1 (p)
AUX (n)
GND
DP_PWR
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HDMI connector
Pin number 19-pin side of the connected signal cable
1
TMDS DATA 2+
2
TMDS DATA 2 SHIELD
TMDS DATA 2-
3
4
TMDS DATA 1+
5
TMDS DATA 1 SHIELD
TMDS DATA 1-
6
7
TMDS DATA 0+
8
TMDS DATA 0 SHIELD
TMDS DATA 0-
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
TMDS CLOCK+
TMDS CLOCK SHIELD
TMDS CLOCK-
CEC
Reserved (N.C. on device)
DDC CLOCK (SCL)
DDC DATA (SDA)
DDC/CEC Ground
+5 V POWER
HOT PLUG DETECT
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MHL connector
Pin number 19-pin side of the connected signal cable
1
N/C
2
CD_SENSE
N/C
3
4
N/C
5
TMDS_GND
N/C
6
7
MHL+
8
MHL_Shield
MHL-
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
2Shell
N/C
TMDS_GND
N/C
N/C
N/C
CD_PULLUP
N/C
VBUS_CBUS_GND
VBUS
CBUS
Shield
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Universal Serial Bus (USB)
This section gives you information about the USB ports available on your monitor.
NOTE: Up to 2 A on USB downstream port (port
with battery icon) with BC
1.2 compliance devices; up to 0.9 A on the other 3 USB downstream ports.
Your computer has the following USB ports:
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1 upstream - bottom
4 downstream - 2 at left side, 2 at bottom
Power Charging Port - the one on the left side (Port with
battery icon);
supports fast current charging capability if the device is BC 1.2 compatible.
NOTE: The monitor’s USB ports work only when the monitor is on or in the power
save mode. If you turn off the monitor and then turn it on, the attached peripherals
may take a few seconds to resume normal functionality.
Transfer speed
SuperSpeed
Hi-Speed
Data rate
5 Gbps
Power consumption
4.5 W (Max., each port)
2.5 W (Max., each port)
2.5 W (Max., each port)
480 Mbps
12 Mbps
Full speed
USB upstream port
USB downstream port
Pin number
Signal name
VBUS
Pin number
Signal name
VBUS
1
1
2
D-
2
D-
3
D+
3
D+
4
GND
4
GND
5
StdB_SSTX-
StdB_SSTX+
GND_DRAIN
StdB_SSRX-
StdB_SSRX+
Shield
5
StdA_SSRX-
StdA_SSRX+
GND_DRAIN
StdA_SSTX-
StdA_SSTX+
Shield
6
6
7
7
8
8
9
9
Shell
Shell
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Plug-and-Play
You can install the monitor in any Plug-and-Play-compatible system. The monitor
automatically provides the computer system with its extended display identification data
(EDID) using display data channel (DDC) protocols so the computer can configure itself
and optimize the monitor settings. Most monitor installations are automatic; you can
select different settings if desired. For more information about changing the monitor
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
During the LCD monitor manufacturing process, it is not uncommon for one or more
pixels to become fixed in an unchanging state which are hard to see and do not affect
the display quality or usability. For more information on LCD Monitor Pixel Policy, see
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Setting Up the Monitor
Installing the Arm
NOTE: The arm riser and arm base are detached when the monitor is shipped
from the factory.
NOTE: The arm installing instruction is applicable to the arm shipped with the
monitor. For other mounting solutions (optional), please refer to their respective set
up instructions.
Installing the Arm Base
There are a few types of table configurations which the arm base could be installed:
A. Table with open edge
B. Table with partition with gap between
C. Table with grommet hole
D. Others
A. Table with open edge
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Install the 2 screws either on top row or the
bottom row of arm base bracket depending
on the table thickness.
Insert the clamp bracket key holes to the
screws and slide down to secure in place.
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Slide the arm base assembly completely
into the table.
•
Tighten the thumbscrew until the clamp
disc is fully in contact with the underside of
table.
B. Table with partition with gap between
•
Insert the arm base bracket through the gap
between table and partition.
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Install the 2 screws either on top row or the
bottom row of arm base bracket depending
on the table thickness.
•
Insert the clamp bracket key holes to the
screws and slide down to secure in place.
•
Tighten the thumbscrew until the clamp
disc is fully in contact with the underside of
table.
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C. Table with grommet hole
•
Insert the arm base bracket through the
grommet hole.
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Install the 2 screws either on top row or the
bottom row of arm base bracket depending
on the table thickness.
•
Insert the clamp bracket key holes to the
screws and slide down to secure in place.
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Tighten the thumbscrew until the clamp
disc is fully in contact with the underside of
table.
D. Others
Some office partition systems have a swing-open panel for cable management. In
certain cases, the swing-open panel might cause obstruction to the arm base
installation as illustrated below.
A. Without opening the panel, the gap is too small to insert the arm base bracket.
B. The panel need to be opened first before inserting the arm base bracket into the
gap.
C. However, the height of the arm base pole obstructs the panel from closing back.
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The recommended arm base installation steps to overcome this issue:
A. Remove the pole from the arm base by removing the center screw.
B. Open the panel and insert the arm base bracket through the gap.
C. Close the panel and install back the pole to the arm base bracket.
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Installing the Arm Riser
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Insert the arm riser fully into the pole of the
arm base which has been installed to the
table.
Fully tighten the set screw using the Allen
key to prevent the arm riser accidentally
detaching from the arm base.
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Place the grooves on the back of monitor
into the two tabs on the top part of the arm.
Tilt the monitor down till the monitor snaps
into its place.
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Organizing Your Cables
1. Remove the arm cover which is attached
with magnets to the arm riser.
2. Slide the cable bracket upwards to unlock .
3. Flip the cable bracket up until it holds still in
position.
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Thread the cables from bottom up through
the cable clips and bracket.
The cables should exit from the arm bottom
opening and connected to the respective
connectors on the monitor.
1. Flip down the cable bracket fully.
2. Slide the cable bracket downward until it is
locked in place.
NOTE: Ensure the cables do not overlap on
top of each other.
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Attach the arm cover.
After attaching all necessary cables to your monitor and computer, (see Connecting
Your Monitor for cable attachment) organize all cables as shown above.
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Using the Tilt, Swivel, Pivot, Vertical and Horizontal
Extension
NOTE: This is applicable to the arm shipped with this monitor. For other mounting
solutions please refer to their respective set up instructions.
Tilt and Vertical Extension
With arm attached to the monitor, you can tilt and lift the monitor to the most
comfortable viewing position.
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Swivel and Horizontal Extension
With arm attached to the monitor, you can swivel the monitor and pan the arm to a
optimum monitor viewing distance or just simply to compact the monitor to have a
clear desk.
Pivoting
Before you pivot the monitor, your monitor should be fully lifted vertically and fully tilted
up to avoid hitting the bottom edge of the monitor.
NOTE: To use the Display Rotation function (Landscape versus Portrait view) with
your Dell computer, you require an updated graphics driver that is not included with
the Download section for Video Drivers for latest driver updates.
NOTE: When in the Portrait View Mode, you may experience performance
degradation in graphic-intensive applications (3D Gaming and etc.).
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Adjusting the Rotation Display Settings of Your System
After you have rotated your monitor, you need to complete the procedure below to
adjust the Rotation Display Settings of your System.
NOTE: If you are using the monitor with a non-Dell computer, you need to go the
graphics driver website or your computer manufacturer website for information on
rotating the ’contents’ on your display.
To adjust the Rotation Display Settings:
1
Right-click on the desktop and click Properties.
Select the Settings tab and click Advanced.
2
3
4
5
If you have an ATI graphics card, select the Rotation tab and set the preferred
rotation.
If you have an nVidia graphics card, click the nVidia tab, in the left-hand column
select NVRotate, and then select the preferred rotation.
If you have an Intel® graphics card, select the Intel graphics tab, click Graphic
Properties, select the Rotation tab, and then set the preferred rotation.
NOTE: If you do not see the rotation option or it is not working correctly, go to
www.dell.com/support and download the latest driver for your graphics card.
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Connecting Your Monitor
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
To connect your monitor to the computer:
1
Turn off your computer.
2
Connect the HDMI/mDP-DP/USB cable from your monitor to
the computer. (Vertically extend and tilt the monitor completely to rotate it for
3
Switch on your monitor.
4 Select the correct input source at Monitor OSD Menu and turn on your
computer.
NOTE: U2717DA default setting is DP 1.2. DP 1.1 Graphic card may not display
normally. Please refer to “product specific problems – No image when using DP
connection to the PC” to change default setting.
Connecting the HDMI cable(Optional)
Connecting the DP (or mDP) cable
NOTE: Default is DP port. Select input source on monitor to switch to mDP.
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Connecting the monitor for DP Multi-Stream Transport (MST)
function
NOTE: Supports the DP MST feature. To make use of this feature, your PC
Graphics Card must be certified to DP1.2 with MST option.
NOTE: Remove the rubber plug when using the DP out connector.
Connecting the USB cable
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Using the Mobile-High Definition Link (MHL)
NOTE: This monitor is MHL ready.
NOTE: To use the MHL function, use only MHL-certified cable and source devices
that support MHL output.
NOTE: Some MHL source devices may take more than a few seconds or longer to
output an image, depending on MHL source devices.
NOTE: When the connected MHL source device enters standby mode, the monitor
displays a black screen or the message below, depending on MHL source device’s
output.
To enable MHL connection, please perform the below steps:
1
Plug the power cable on your monitor into a AC outlet.
2
Connect the (micro) USB port on your MHL source device to HDMI (MHL) port
3 Turn on the monitor and the MHL source device.
4
5
Select input source on monitor to HDMI (MHL) by using OSD menu (see Using
the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu for details).
If the monitor does not display an image, see Mobile High-Definition Link
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Removing the Monitor Arm
CAUTION: Place monitor of a flat, clean, and soft surface to avoid scratching
the display panel.
NOTE: The arm installing instruction is applicable to the arm shipped with the
monitor. For other mounting solutions (optional), please refer to their respective
set up instructions.
To remove the arm:
1. Press and hold the arm-release button.
2. Lift the monitor up and away from the
arm.
1. Turn the screw anticlockwise with an Allen
key.
2. Remove the arm riser from the arm base
by pulling it in the direction of the arrow
as shown in the figure.
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•
Turn the fixed screw at the bottom of the
arm base to separate it.
Wall Mounting (Optional)
NOTE: Use M4 x 10 mm screws to connect the monitor to the wall-mounting kit.
Refer to the instructions that come with the VESA-compatible wall mounting kit.
1
2
3
Place the monitor on a soft cloth or cushion on a stable, flat table.
Remove the arm.
Use a Phillips crosshead screwdriver to remove the four screws securing the
plastic cover.
4
5
Attach the mounting bracket from the wall mounting kit to the monitor.
Mount the monitor on the wall by following the instructions that comes with the
wall mounting kit.
NOTE: For use only with UL or CSA or GS-listed wall mount bracket with minimum
weight/load bearing capacity of 4.5 kg (9.9 lb).
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Operating the Monitor
Turning on the Monitor
Press the
button to turn on the monitor.
Using the Front Panel Controls
Use the control buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the characteristics of the
image being displayed. As you use these buttons to adjust the controls, an OSD shows
the numeric values of the characteristics as they change.
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The following table describes the front panel buttons:
Front-Panel Button
1
Description
Use this button to choose from a list of preset
color modes.
Shortcut key:
Preset Modes
2
3
Use this button to choose from a list of Input Source.
Shortcut key:
Input Source
Use this menu button to launch the on-screen
display (OSD) and select the OSD menu.
Menu
Exit
4
5
Use this button to go back to the main menu or exit
the OSD main menu.
Use the Power button to turn the monitor On and
Off.
The white LED indicates the monitor is On and fully
functional.
Power (with power light
indicator)
A glowing white LED indicates DPMS Power Save
Mode.
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Front-Panel Button
Use the buttons on the front of the monitor to adjust the image settings.
Front Panel Button
1
Description
Use the Up (increase) and Down (decrease) keys to adjust
items in the OSD menu.
Up
Down
2
3
Use the OK button to confirm your selection.
OK
Use the Back button to go back to the previous menu.
Back
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Using the On-Screen Display (OSD) Menu
Accessing the Menu System
NOTE: Any changes you make using the OSD menu are automatically saved if
you move to another OSD menu, exit the OSD menu, or wait for the OSD menu
to disappear.
1 Press the
button to launch the OSD menu and display the main menu.
2 Press the
and
buttons to move between options. As you move from one
icon to another, the option name is highlighted.
3 Press the
4 Press the
5 Press
or
or
buttons to select the desired parameter.
or button, according to the
button once to activate the highlighted option.
and
to enter the slide bar and then use the
indicators on the menu, to make your changes.
6 Select the
to return to previous menu or
to accept and return to previous
menu.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Brightness/
Contrast
Use this menu to activate Brightness/Contrast adjustment.
Brightness
Brightness adjusts the luminance of the backlight
(minimum 0; maximum 100).
Press the
Press the
button to increase brightness.
button to decrease brightness.
NOTE: Manual adjustment of Brightness is disabled when
Dynamic Contrast is switched on.
Contrast
Adjust the Brightness first, and then adjust Contrast only if
further adjustment is necessary.
Press the
button to increase contrast and press the
button to decrease contrast (between 0 and 100).
Contrast adjusts the difference between darkness and
lightness on the monitor.
Input Source
Use the Input Source menu to select between different
video inputs that are be connected to your monitor.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
DP
Select DP input when you are using the DP (DisplayPort)
connector.
Use
to select the DP input source.
mDP
Select mDP input when you are using the
mDP (mini DisplayPort) connector.
Use
to select the mDP input source.
HDMI/MHL
Auto Select
Select the HDMI/MHL input when you are using the HDMI
connector.
Use
to select the HDMI/MHL input source.
Use
to select Auto Select, the monitor scans for available
input sources.
Reset Input
Source
Resets your monitor’s Input Source settings to the factory
defaults.
Color
Use the Color menu to adjust the color setting mode.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Preset Modes When you select Preset Modes, you can choose Standard,
Multimedia, Movie, Game, Paper, Color Temp., sRGB or
Custom Color from the list.
• Standard: Default color settings. This is the default preset
mode.
• Multimedia: Ideal for multimedia applications.
• Movie: Ideal for movies.
• Game: Ideal for most gaming applications.
• Paper: Loads brightness and sharpness settings ideal for
viewing text. Blend the text background to simulate paper
media without affecting color images.
• Color Temp.: The screen appears warmer with a red/yellow
tint with slider set at 5,000K or cooler with blue tint with
slider set at 10,000K.
• sRGB: Emulates 99% sRGB.
• Custom Color: Allows you to manually adjust the color
settings. Press the
and
buttons to adjust the Red,
Green, and Blue values and create your own preset color
mode.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Input Color
Format
Allows you to set the video input mode to:
• RGB: Select this option if your monitor is connected to a
computer (or DVD player) using the HDMI, mDP-DP cable or
MHL devices using the MHL cable.
• YPbPr: Select this option if your DVD player supports only
YPbPr output.
Gamma
Hue
Allows you to set the Gamma to PC or MAC.
User
or
to adjust the hue from ‘0’ to ‘100’.
NOTE: Hue adjustment is available only for Movie and Game
mode.
Saturation
User
or
to adjust the saturation from ‘0’ to ‘100’.
NOTE: Saturation adjustment is available only for Movie and
Game mode.
Reset Color
Resets your monitor’s color settings to the factory defaults.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Display
Use the Display menu to adjust image.
Aspect Ratio Adjust the image ratio to Wide 16:9, 4:3, or 5:4.
Monitor
Sleep
Sleep After Timeout: Monitor goes into sleep after timeout.
Never: Monitor never goes into sleep.
Sharpness
Makes the image look sharper or softer.
Use
or
to adjust the sharpness from ‘0’ to ‘100’.
Dynamic
Contrast
Allows you to increase the level of contrast to provide sharper
and more detailed image quality.
Push the
or “Off”.
button to select the Dynamic Contrast “On”
NOTE: For Game and Movie preset mode only.
NOTE: Dynamic Contrast provides higher contrast if you
select Game or Movie preset mode.
Response
Time
Allows you to set the Response Time to Normal or Fast.
MST
DP Multi Stream Transport, Set to ON enables MST(DP out),
Set to OFF disables MST function.
Reset Display Restores the display settings to factory defaults.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Energy
Power
Allows you to set the state of the power light to save energy.
Button LED
USB
Allows you to enable or disable USB function during monitor
standby mode.
NOTE: USB ON/OFF under standby mode is only available
when the USB upstream cable is unplugged. This option will
be greyed out when the USB upstream cable plugs in.
Reset Energy Select this option to restore default Energy settings.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Menu
Select this option to adjust the settings of the OSD, such as,
the languages of the OSD, the amount of time the menu
remains on screen, and so on.
Language
Rotation
Set the OSD display to one of eight languages.
(English, Spanish, French, German, Brazilian Portuguese,
Russian, Simplified Chinese, or Japanese).
Rotates the OSD by 0/90/180/270 degrees.
You can adjust the menu according to your display rotation.
Transparency Select this option to change the menu transparency by using
and (min. 0 / max. 100).
Timer
OSD Hold Time: Sets the length of time the OSD remains
active after you press a button.
Use the
and
buttons to adjust the slider in 1-second
increments, from 5 to 60 seconds.
Lock
Controls user access to adjustments. When Lock is selected,
no user adjustments are allowed. All buttons are locked.
NOTE:
Lock function – Either soft lock (through OSD menu) or hard
lock (Press and hold the exit button 6 sec)
Unlock function – Only hard unlock (Press and hold the exit
button 6 sec)
Reset Menu
Restore the menu settings to factory defaults.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Personalize
Select from Preset Modes, Brightness/Contrast, Input Source,
Aspect Ratio, Rotation set as shortcut key.
Reset
Restores shortcut keys to factory defaults.
Persona-
lization
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
Other
Select this option to adjust the OSD settings, such as the
DDC/CI, LCD conditioning, and so on.
DDC/CI
DDC/CI (Display Data Channel/Command Interface) allows
you to adjust the monitor settings using software on your
computer.
Select Disable to turn off this feature.
Enable this feature for best user experience and optimum
performance of your monitor.
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Icon Menu and
Submenus
Description
LCD
Helps reduce minor cases of image retention. Depending on
Conditioning the degree of image retention, the program may take some
time to run. Select Enable to start the process.
Reset Others Restores other settings, such as DDC/CI, to factory defaults.
Factory Reset Restores all OSD settings to the factory defaults.
NOTE: This monitor has a built-in feature to automatically calibrate the brightness
to compensate for LED aging.
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OSD Warning Messages
When the Dynamic Contrast feature is enabled (in these preset modes: Game or Movie),
manual brightness adjustment is disabled.
When the monitor does not support a particular resolution mode, you can see the
following message:
This means that the monitor cannot synchronize with the signal that it is receiving from
ranges addressable by this monitor. Recommended mode is 2560 x 1440.
You can see the following message before the DDC/CI function is disabled:
When the monitor enters the Power Save mode, the following message appears:
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If you press any button other than the power button, the following messages will appear
depending on the selected input:
If either DP, mDP, HDMI/MHL input is selected and the corresponding cable is not
connected, a floating dialog box as shown below appears.
or
or
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Troubleshooting
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
Self-Test
Your monitor provides a self-test feature that allows you to check whether your monitor
is functioning properly. If your monitor and computer are properly connected but the
monitor screen remains dark, run the monitor self-test by performing the following
steps:
1
Turn off both your computer and the monitor.
2
Unplug the video cable from the back of the computer. To ensure proper Self-Test
operation, remove all digital and the analog cables from the back of computer.
3
Turn on the monitor.
The floating dialog box should appear on-screen (against a black background), if the
monitor cannot sense a video signal and is working correctly. While in self-test mode,
the power LED remains white. Also, depending upon the selected input, one of the
dialogs shown below will continuously scroll through the screen.
or
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or
4
5
This box also appears during normal system operation, if the video cable becomes
disconnected or damaged.
Turn off your monitor and reconnect the video cable; then turn on both your
computer and the monitor.
If your monitor screen remains blank after you use the previous procedure, check your
video controller and computer, because your monitor is functioning properly.
Built-in Diagnostics
Your monitor has a built-in diagnostic tool that helps you determine if the screen
abnormality you are experiencing is an inherent problem with your monitor, or with your
computer and video card.
NOTE: You can run the built-in diagnostics only when the video cable is unplugged
and the monitor is in self-test mode.
To run the built-in diagnostics:
1
Make sure that the screen is clean (no dust particles on the surface of the screen).
Unplug the video cable(s) from the back of the computer or monitor. The monitor
then goes into the self-test mode.
2
3
Press and hold Button 1 and Button 4 on the front panel simultaneously for 2
seconds. A gray screen appears.
4
5
6
Carefully inspect the screen for abnormalities.
Press Button 4 on the front panel again. The color of the screen changes to red.
Inspect the display for any abnormalities.
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Repeat steps 5 and 6 to inspect the display in green, blue, black, white, and text
screens.
The test is complete when the text screen appears. To exit, press Button 4 again.
If you do not detect any screen abnormalities upon using the built-in diagnostic tool,
the monitor is functioning properly. Check the video card and computer.
Common Problems
The following table contains general information about common monitor problems you
might encounter and the possible solutions:
Common
Symptoms
What You
Experience
Possible Solutions
No Video/Power No picture
LED off
• Ensure that the video cable connecting the
monitor and the computer is properly connected
and secure.
• Verify that the power outlet is functioning
properly using any other electrical equipment.
• Ensure that the power button is depressed fully.
• Ensure that the correct input source is selected in
No Video/Power No picture or no • Increase brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
LED on
brightness
• Perform monitor self-test feature check.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
• Ensure that the correct input source is selected in
Missing Pixels
LCD screen has • Cycle power on-off.
spots • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect
that canoccur in LCD technology.
• For more information on Dell Monitor Quality
and Pixel Policy, see Dell Support site at:
Stuck-on Pixels LCD screen has • Cycle power On-Off.
bright spots • Pixel that is permanently off is a natural defect
that canoccur in LCD technology.
• For more information on Dell Monitor Quality
and PixelPolicy, see Dell Support site at:
Brightness
Problems
Picture too dim • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
or too bright
• Adjust brightness & contrast controls via OSD.
Safety Related
Issues
Visible signs of
smoke or sparks • Contact Dell immediately.
• Do not perform any troubleshooting steps.
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Common
Symptoms
What You
Experience
Possible Solutions
Intermittent
Problems
Monitor
• Ensure that the video cable connecting the
malfunctions on monitor to the computer is connected properly
& off
and is secure.
• Reset the monitor to factory settings.
• Perform monitor self-test feature check to
determine if the intermittent problem occurs in
self-test mode.
Missing Color
Wrong Color
Picture missing • Perform monitor self-test.
color
• Ensure that the video cable connecting the
monitor to the computer is connected properly
and is secure.
• Check for bent or broken pins in the video cable
connector.
Picture color
not good
• Change the settings of the Preset Modes in the
Color menu OSD depending on the application.
• Adjust R/G/B value under Custom. Color in Color
menu OSD.
• Change the Input Color Format to PC RGB or
YPbPr in the Color menu OSD.
• Run the built-in diagnostics.
Image retention Faint shadow
• Use the Power Management feature to turn off
from a static
image left on
from the static
the monitor at all times when not in use (for more
the monitor for appears on the • Alternatively, use a dynamically changing
a long period of screen
time
screensaver.
Product Specific Problems
Specific
Symptoms
What You
Experience
Possible Solutions
Screen image is Image is
• Check the Aspect Ratio setting in the Display
too small
centered on
menu OSD.
screen, but does • Reset the monitor to factory settings.
not fill entire
viewing area
Cannot adjust
the monitor
with the buttons screen
on the front
OSD does not
appear on the
• Turn off the monitor, unplug the monitor power
cable, plug it back, and then turn on the monitor.
• Check whether the OSD menu is locked. If yes,
press and hold the button beside the power
button for 6 seconds to unlock (for more
panel
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Specific
Symptoms
What You
Experience
Possible Solutions
No Input Signal No picture,
• Check the signal source. Ensure the computer
is not in the power saving mode by moving the
mouse or pressing any key on the keyboard.
• Check whether the signal cable is plugged in
properly. Re-plug the signal cable if necessary.
• Reset the computer or video player.
when user
controls are
pressed
the LED light is
white
The picture
The picture
• Due to different video formats (aspect ratio) of
does not fill the cannot fill the
DVDs, the monitor may display in full screen.
entire screen
height or width • Run the built-in diagnostics.
of the screen
No image
Black screen
• Verify which DP standard (DP 1.1a or DP 1.2) is
your Graphics Card certified to. Download and
install the latest graphics card driver.
• Some DP 1.1a graphics card cannot support
DP 1.2 monitors. Go to OSD menu, under Input
Source selection, press and hold DP select
key for 8 sec to change the monitor setting from
DP 1.2 to DP 1.1a.
when using DP
connection to
the PC
Mobile High-Definition Link (MHL) Specific Problems
Specific
Symptoms
What You
Experience
Possible Solutions
MHL interface is Cannot see
• Ensure your MHL cable and MHL device are MHL
certified.
not working
MHL device
image shown
• Check your MHL device is turned on.
on the monitor • Check your MHL device is not in standby mode.
• Check physical MHL cable connection is
corresponding to input source selected on OSD
Menu: HDMI (MHL).
• Wait for 30 seconds after connecting MHL cable
as some MHL devices require longer recovery
time.
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Appendix
Safety Instructions
For displays with glossy bezels the user should consider the placement of the display as
the bezel may cause disturbing reflections from surrounding light and bright surfaces.
WARNING: Use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those
specified in this documentation may result in exposure to shock, electrical
hazards, and/or mechanical hazards.
For information on safety instructions, see the Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory
Information (SERI).
FCC Notices (U.S. only) and Other Regulatory
Information
For FCC notices and other regulatory information, see the regulatory compliance
Contacting Dell
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact
information on your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options.
Availability varies by country and product, and some services may not be available in
your area.
To get online Monitor support content:
To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
1
2
Verify your country or region in the Choose A Country/Region drop-down menu
at the top-left corner of the page.
3
4
5
Click Contact Us next to the country dropdown.
Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
Choose the method of contacting Dell that is convenient for you.
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Setting Up Your Monitor
Setting Display Resolution to 2560 x 1440 (maximum)
For best performance, set the display resolution to 2560 x 1440 pixels by performing the
following steps:
In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1:
1 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch to classic
desktop.
2 Right-click on the desktop and click Screen Resolution.
3 Click the Dropdown list of the Screen Resolution and select 2560 x 1440.
4 Click OK.
In Windows 10:
1 Right-click on the desktop and click Display Settings.
2 Click Advanced display settings.
3 Click the dropdown list of Resolution and select 2560 x 1440.
4 Click Apply.
If you do not see the recommended resolution as an option, you may need to update
your graphics driver. Please choose the scenario below that best describes the
computer system you are using, and follow the given steps.
Dell computer
driver for your graphics card.
2 After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution to
2560 x 1440 again.
NOTE: If you are unable to set the resolution to 2560 x 1440, please contact Dell
to inquire about a graphics adapter that supports these resolutions.
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Non-Dell computer
In Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 or Windows 8.1:
1 For Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 only, select the Desktop tile to switch
to classic desktop.
2 Right-click on the desktop and click Personalization.
3 Click Change Display Settings.
4 Click Advanced Settings.
5 Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the
window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
6 Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example,
7 After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution
to 2560 x 1440 again.
In Windows 10:
1 Right-click on the desktop and click Display Settings.
2 Click Advanced display settings.
3 Click Display adapter properties.
4 Identify your graphics controller supplier from the description at the top of the
window (e.g. NVIDIA, ATI, Intel etc.).
5 Refer to the graphic card provider website for updated driver (for example,
6 After installing the drivers for your graphics adapter, attempt to set the resolution
to 2560 x 1440 again.
NOTE: If you are unable to set the recommended resolution, please contact the
manufacturer of your computer or consider purchasing a graphics adapter that
supports the video resolution.
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Maintenance Guidelines
Cleaning Your Monitor
WARNING: Before cleaning the monitor, unplug the monitor power cable from
the electrical outlet.
For best practices, follow these instructions in the list below while unpacking, cleaning,
or handling your monitor:
•
To clean your anti-static screen, lightly dampen a soft, clean cloth with water. If
possible, use a special screen-cleaning tissue or solution suitable for the anti-static
coating. Do not use benzene, thinner, ammonia, abrasive cleaners, or compressed
air.
•
Use a lightly-dampened, soft cloth to clean the monitor. Avoid using detergent of
any kind as some detergents leave a milky film on the monitor.
•
•
If you notice white powder when you unpack your monitor, wipe it off with a cloth.
Handle your monitor with care as a darker-colored monitor may get scratched and
show white scuff marks more than a lighter- colored monitor.
•
To help maintain the best image quality on your monitor, use a dynamically
changing screen saver and turn off your monitor when not in use.
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