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The lock state tag covers discussions about Windows display behavior when a system locks, particularly on multi-monitor setups. Users report that after a system locks, secondary displays may go blank or enter a low-power state, interrupting applications like security camera viewers. Topics include configuring power settings, preventing display sleep during lock, and managing KVM switches. The tag focuses on Windows 2008R2 and similar systems where maintaining active displays during lock is desired for monitoring or media purposes.
  1. CraigJConrad

    Windows 7 Keeping ONE Display Active

    I have an unusual question. I run a Windows 2008R2 "server" system on dual-display. The secondary monitor is devoted to an application ("Blue Iris") that displays security cameras on it. The main monitor is on a KVM, so that the monitor is switched to my laptop and/or my regular desktop...
    • CraigJConrad
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    • blue iris display settings dual display home security kvm switch lock state media server monitor setup monitoring remote access screen timeout security cameras server configuration user experience windows 2008 r2
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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