Hi Forum,
Does anyone else have problems getting switchable graphics to work when a laptop is docked?
Is there a solution to this problem, or some way to force the use of the Nvidia GPU when on power and/or docked?
FYI;
I have a Inspiron 15 7537 with the Nvidia GeForce GT 750M, Windows 10 Pro, which I use in conjunction with the Dell D3000 Dock. I've have all the latest Intel Graphics, Nvidia and DisplayLink drivers loaded, I have updated or re-installed these in recent days.
When attached to the Dock the Nvidia GPU status remains "Inactive" based on the Nvidia GPU Activity tray icon, regardless of what applications launch. Applications that require accelerated graphics like AutoCAD Fusion report they are using the incompatible Intel GPU.
When disconnected from the Dock applications requiring accelerated graphics, like AutoCAD Fusion, make use of the Nvidia GPU when launched and the status changes to "Active". AutoCAD Fusion reports it is using the Nvidia GPU.
Given the switchable graphics work when off the dock I assume I have the Nvidia Control Panel configured correctly.