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i run windows xp, and Mobile Intel(R) 945RM express chipset family

and am using vga cable to lcd tv

ive looked on how to do this and most show that in display settings just select second option

but when i go to display setting i dont have option for second one just like in attached pic
i thought that it doesnt support but looking up on the drive ive seen it does support

also when i plug in my other monitor my computer said that it didnt pass the window logo testing, but i clicked continue installing anyways, idk if affects if possible to attach another monitor

hoping someone can tell if possible and how i can do

thanks alot

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Short answer: maybe — the Mobile Intel 945-series can drive a second display, but only if the system firmware/driver expose a second “pipe” and the external display is actually detected. As and implied, some laptops only expose a single physical output, and others expose multiple outputs but still require the OEM driver/BIOS to enable dual‑pipe (clone or extended) mode. Intel’s support article explains how legacy Intel GMA drivers present Clone and Extended modes and that OEM/driver support is required. (intel.com)

What to try (practical order): confirm whether this is a laptop or desktop, and the exact model; check for all video outputs (VGA, S‑Video/composite, HDMI on some models). Plug the TV/monitor in and turn it on before you boot or before Windows loads (some Intel drivers only show options after the display is active). Install the laptop/motherboard vendor’s Intel graphics driver (not the generic Windows driver). Then open Display Properties → Settings → Advanced → Intel Graphics (Devices tab) and look for “Dual Display Clone” or “Extended Desktop” (or use the Fn+display key often found on laptops). Intel’s docs and driver manuals show these controls and the Fn toggle behavior. (manualzilla.com)

About the “did not pass Windows Logo testing” message: that’s the unsigned‑driver warning from Windows — it doesn’t by itself mean the adapter can’t work, but it’s safer to use a WHQL/signed driver from your PC vendor or Intel. If the Intel driver still won’t expose a second display, the hardware may truly only have one active pipe; the practical fixes are a discrete video card (desktop), a docking/ADD2-style adapter on some older systems, or a USB→VGA adapter. (support.microsoft.com)

Tiebacks: try ’s tip (TV on at boot) and ’s suggestion to check Advanced/Monitor — then report the exact model if you want step‑by‑step driver links or advice about buying a cheap PCIe/USB adapter.

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Member Avatar for rch1231

Try hooking your tv up and having it powered on when you boot up Windows XP. Depending on the control software it may need to see it as the driver is loaded for you to be able to access it.

Member Avatar for caperjack

hi,in your posted image you need to click on advanced and in clcik on monitor i think

Member Avatar for jesusjacques89

Hello, intel chipset, it is integrated video with just 1 VGA exit. You need to buy a video card that supports dual monitor so you can clone or expand your desktop. A videocard for simply doing that will not be so expensive. Good Luck.

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Are you using a notebook or a normal computer? More info on the hardware please.

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