Dell ULTRASHARP-U2415 user manual

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To connect your Dell U2415 monitor to your laptop, you can follow these steps:
1. Make sure your laptop and monitor are turned off.
. Check the video ports available on your laptop and the monitor. The Dell U2415 has various video input ports, including DisplayPort, HDMI, mini DisplayPort, and DisplayPort out. Determine which port on the monitor and laptop you will be using for the connection.
3. Connect one end of the video cable (HDMI, DisplayPort, or mini DisplayPort) to the video output port on your laptop.
4. Connect the other end of the video cable to the corresponding video input port on the Dell U2415 monitor.
5. Ensure the cable is securely connected at both ends.
6. Turn on your laptop.
7. Turn on the Dell U2415 monitor.
8. On your laptop, go to the Display settings. This can typically be accessed through the Control Panel or Settings menu.
9. Locate the option to detect or identify displays. Click on it to search for the external monitor.
10. Once the laptop detects the Dell U2415, you can configure the display settings such as resolution, orientation, and multiple monitor settings.
11. If necessary, adjust the monitor's settings directly using the on-screen display (OSD) controls located on the monitor itself.
Following these steps should help you successfully connect your Dell U2415 to your laptop.

The Dell Ultrasharp U2415 was first released in March 2014.