Re: How to create Modeline and Mode in XF86Config file (was re : Can'tstart X)

[Michel Dänzer <daenzerm@student.ethz.ch>]

Olof wrote:
> 
> > You need to edit the timings in the Monitor section.
> >
> > If you want to use the same mode as in console, you can either use 'fbset
> > -x' to get a mode definition for it or just enter "current" as a mode in
> > the XF86Config Screen Section.
> >
> > Michel
> 
> Ok, now, I can launch X in 1024x768, like in the console ! Thanks.
> 
> But I like to have X in greater definition (I have a 20" monitor), like
> 1280x1024 (64 kHz, 60 Hz) for exemple.
> 
> But I dont know how to do that. Which numbers to put on Modeline and
> Mode section ???

fbset -x 1280x1024-60

And then the same procedure.


Michel


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