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Need help: multiple displays on Ubuntu 12.04 with NVIDIA driver

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I have installed Ubuntu 12.04 64-bit on my Asus K43SM Laptop with NVIDIA GeForce GT 630M. I am having trouble connecting another monitor (Samsung SMS19A100) as I don't know where to start the configuration. I have read about editing xorg.conf but I am still not familiar with it and it may be very risky. Need help. Thanks.

[EDIT] btw, I am planning to use TwinView, but I still need more details from the experienced. :P

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answered 3 Years ago homerurhyth · Accepted Answer

Your additional driver tab should not have any drivers available for the graphics card. Even if it is available, please don't install. Its because nvidia linux driver doesn't support optimus.

Please don't install nvidia drivers from nvidia site either. It will cause black screen/ distorted screen or lower graphics resolution.

You should install bumblebee.

Before proceeding installation I would suggest to read the discussions

Is a NVIDIA GeForce with Optimus Technology supported by Ubuntu?

How well will Nvidia Optimus cards be supported in 12.04?

https://github.com/Bumblebee-Project/Bumblebee/wiki/FAQ

For multi moniter setup keep reading

https://github.com/Bumblebee-Project/Bumblebee/wiki/Multi-monitor-setup