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Mac OS X 10.6.3: Fix for Dual Monitor Issues

By SK 0 comments Last updated April 21, 2010

In our Mac OS X 10.6.3 troubleshooting guide, we noted a number of dual-monitor display issues that occur for some users after the update. In the most common case, external monitors no longer function at the desired (usually highest) resolution. The external display remains blank until the resolution is switched to a lower setting from the Display panel of System Preferences. In other cases, the external display (or primary) will not function at any resolution, or the display flickers or exhibits other distortion.

This problem can usually be resolved by changing resolutions or reverting to Mac OS X 10.6.2.

Another fix

It now appears that at least some instances of this issue can be resolved by deleting the file /Library/Preferences/com.apple.windowserver.plist then restarting.

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SK( Managing Editor )

Obsessed with tech since the early arrival of A/UX on Apple, Sudz (SK) is responsible for the editorial direction of AppleToolBox. He is based out of Los Angeles, CA.

Sudz specializes in covering all things macOS, having reviewed dozens of OS X and macOS developments over the years.

In a former life, Sudz worked helping Fortune 100 companies with their technology and business transformation aspirations.

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