Using WIN 8 on a Netbook. - I'm unable to change the desktop resolution to better than 800 x 600

Question

I am getting into WIN 8 on my Asus 1000HE Netbook.

I have a shortcut  to GodMode on the Desktop and all of the links I have tried work. However I am unable to change the desktop resolution to better than 800 x 600.

In Win7 I run the older XP driver and I have a virtual screen of 1024 x 768 - at least I would like 1024 X 600 to allow my apps RHS buttons to be fully visible.

Patiently awaiting a 'HowTo' change the resolution to 1024 X 600.

Answer 1

Hi,

Try using the Windows 7 Driver from this page. It should work with Windows 8.

http://usa.asus.com/Eee/Eee_PC/Eee_PC_1000HE/#download

Assuming the driver works, you should  be able to change the screen resolution.

Answer 2

Asus has Windows 7 video drivers for that model - have you tried installing them (if needed try compatibility mode)?

http://www.asus.com/Eee/Eee_PC/Eee_PC_1000HE/#download

 

 

You can try this modification to allow higher resolutions:

http://www.netbooklive.com/how-to-get-better-resolution-on-your-standard-10-inch-netbook-2772/

 

 

Answer 3

I am up and running on the 1000HE and can confirm that the Win7 driver works from the asus site.

Answer 4

Lovely!  Thanks a bunch.