Actually it is not, see here (http://www.viewsonic.com/products/archive/vp2030b.htm ). There are quite a few instances of problems or unsatisfactory situations with Windows 7. See here (http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows_vista-hardware/viewsonic-monitor-changed-to-generic-nonpnp/28a4bbb9-552c-454b-bde8-4b67014b59c2). Unable to get the full native resolution. This is an example of the fixing kit that is available (http://lcdalternatives.com/Repair-Kit,-Viewsonic-VP2030b,-LCD-Monitor,-Capacitors-P1660478.aspx). And this is one example from one of the fix-it videos on Youtube ("Open the monitor, examine the circuit boards. Look for small components that look like small cans, these are capacitors. If you see any that look bulged on top, then your problem can probably be solved by replacing these. Check out the following sites; http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Q6_TgNJvQw). It doesn't fill me with confidence about doing it but illustrates it is possible.

Perhaps you can see why I am wondering whether it is worth repairing.

I do a lot of photoeditting and I am very fussy about the monitor. This is a good quality one and I would have no hesitation repairing it if I could be sure that it would work with Windows 7. I have looked extensively on-line and haven't yet seen anyone who has one working satisfactorily with Windows 7. The trouble is that you only hear about the problems but it looks significant that none of the problems seem to have been resolved.

I have found someone who can repair it for £45. I have no intention of diying it. Hamfisted has nothing on me!! I will look into your link Woolwell. Thanks.