Dell UltraSharp U2412MWh User manual

Dell™ UltraSharp U2412M/U2412MWh Monitor
User Guide
Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1200 (maximum)
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Model U2412Mb/U2412Mc
2020-1Rev. A14

Dell™ UltraSharp U2412M/U2412MWh Monitor User's
Guide
About Your Monitor
Setting Up the Monitor
Operating the Monitor
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
Note: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid
the problem.
WARNING: A WARNING indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury,or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
© 2011-2020 Dell Inc. All rights reserved.
Reproduction of these materials in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.
Trademarks used in this text: Dell and the DELL logo are trademarks of Dell Inc; Microsoft and Windows are either trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries,Intel is a registered trademark of Intel
Corporation in the U.S. and other countries; and ATI is a trademark of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. ENERGY STAR is a registered
trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As an ENERGY STAR partner, Dell Inc. has determined that this product
meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or
their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.
Model U2412Mb/U2412Mc
2020-1Rev. A14

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Setting Up Your Monitor
Dell™ UltraSharp U2412M/U2412MWh Monitor
Setting the display resolution to 1920 x 1200 (maximum)
For maximum display performance with Microsoft®Windows®operating systems, set the display resolution to 1920 x
1200 pixels by performing the following steps:
In Windows Vista®, Windows®7, Windows®8, and Windows®8.1:
1. For Windows®8 and 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 1920 x 1200.
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 1920 x 1200.
4. Click Apply.
If you do not see 1920 x 1200 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
1: If you have a Dell™ desktop or a Dell™ portable computer with internet access.
2: If you have a non Dell™ desktop, portable computer, or graphics card.
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About Your Monitor
Dell™ UltraSharp U2412M/U2412MWh Monitor User's Guide
Package Contents
Product Features
Identifying Parts and Controls
Monitor Specifications
Plug and Play Capability
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface
LCD Monitor Quality and Pixel Policy
Maintenance Guidelines
Package Contents
Your monitor ships with the components shown below. Ensure that you have received all the components and contact Dell if something is missing.
NOTE: Some items may be optional and may not ship with your monitor. Some features or media may not be available in certain countries.
NOTE: To set up with anyother stand, please refer to the respective stand setup guide for setup instructions.
Monitor
Stand

Power Cable
VGA Cable
DVI Cable
USB upstream cable (enables the USB ports on the monitor)
Quick Setup Guide
Product and Safety Information Guide

Product Features
The U2412M/U2412MWh flat panel display has an active matrix, Thin-Film Transistor (TFT), Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The monitor features include:
■60.96 cm (24-inch) viewable area display (measured diagonally). 1920 x 1200 resolution, plus full-screen support for lower resolutions.
■Wide viewing angle to allow viewing from a sitting or standing position, or while moving from side-to-side.
■Tilt, swivel, vertical extension and rotate adjustment capability.
■Removable stand and Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA™) 100 mm mounting holes for flexible mounting solutions.
■Plug and play capability if supported by your system.
■On-Screen Display (OSD) adjustments for ease of set-up and screen optimization.
■Energy Saver feature for Energy Star certified Monitor.
■Security lock slot.
■Stand lock.
■Asset Management Capability.
■Capability to switch from wide aspect to standard aspect ratio while maintaining the image quality.
■EPEAT registered where applicable. EPEAT registration varies by country. See for registration status by country.
■Halogen Reduced.
■TCO Certified Displays.
Identifying Parts and Controls
Front View
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Front view Front panel controls
Label Description
1Preset Modes (default, but configurable)
2Brightness & Contrast (default, but configurable)
3Menu
4Exit
5Power (with power light indicator)
Back View

Back view Back view with monitor stand
Label Description Use
1VESA mounting holes (100 mm x 100 mm - behind
attached VESA Plate)Wall mount monitor using VESA-compatible wall mount kit (100 mm x 100 mm)
2Regulatory label Lists the regulatory approvals
3Stand release button Release stand from monitor
4Barcode serial number label Refer to this label if you need to contact Dell for technical support
5Security lock slot Secures monitor with security cable lock
6Dell Soundbar mounting brackets Attaches the optional Dell Soundbar
NOTE: Please remove the plastic strip covering the mounting slots before
affixing the Dell Soundbar.
7USB downstream ports Connect your USB devices
8Cable management slot Use to organize cables by placing them through the slot
Side View

Left view Right view
Bottom View

Bottom view Bottom view with monitor stand
Label Description Use
1AC power cord connector Connect the power cable
2DC power connector for Dell Soundbar Connect the power cord for the soundbar (optional)
3DisplayPort connector Connect your computer DP cable
4DVI connector Connect your computer DVI cable
5VGA connector Connect your computer VGA cable
6USB upstream port Connect the USB cable that came with your monitor to the monitor and the computer. Once this cable is connected,you can use the USB connectors on
the side and bottom of the monitor
7USB downstream ports Connect your USB devices. You can only use this connector after you have connected the USB cable to the computer and USB upstream connector on the
monitor
8Stand lock feature To lock the stand to the monitor using M3 x 6 mm screw (screw is not
provided)
Monitor Specifications
Flat Panel Specifications
Model U2412M/U2412MWh
Screen type Active matrix - TFT LCD