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Solving computer problems

 

 

Problem:

The screen is unreadable or distorted.

Solution:

Make sure that:

 

v The display device driver is installed correctly.

 

v The screen resolution and color quality are correctly set.

 

v The monitor type is correct.

To check these settings, do as follows:

1.Right-click on the desktop, and click Personalize.

2.Click Display Settings and check whether the screen resolution and color quality are correctly set.

3.Click Advanced Settings.

4.Click the Adapter tab.

5.Make sure that the correct device driver name is shown in the adapter information window.

Note: The device driver name depends on the video chip that has been installed on your computer.

6.Click the Properties button. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Check the Device statusbox and make sure the device is working properly. If not, click the Troubleshoot button.

7.Click the Monitor tab.

8.Make sure the information is correct.

9.Click the Properties button. If you are prompted for an administrator password or confirmation, type the password or provide confirmation. Check the Device statusbox and make sure the device is working properly. If not, click the Troubleshoot button.

Problem: Incorrect characters appear on the screen.

Solution: Did you install the operating system or application program correctly? If they are installed and configured correctly, have the computer serviced.

Problem: Missing, discolored, or bright dots appear on the screen every time you turn on your computer.

Solution: This is an intrinsic characteristic of the TFT technology. Your computer’s display contains multiple thin-film transistors (TFTs). A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen might exist all the time.

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Contents Lenovo 3000 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Lenovo 3000 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Contents Iv Lenovo 3000 V200 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Read first Vi Lenovo 3000 V200 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Read first Viii Lenovo 3000 V200 Service and Troubleshooting Guide This guide and other publications Finding informationFinding information with the Lenovo Care button Finding informationCaring for your computer Important tips Be careful about where and how you workBe gentle with your computer Caring for your computerCarry your computer properly Handle storage media and drives properlyOther important tips Take care in setting passwordsCleaning your computer keyboard Cleaning the cover of your computerCleaning your computer display Care for the fingerprint readerCaring for your computer Caring for your computer Solving computer problems Frequently asked questions Solving computer problemsTroubleshooting Diagnosing problemsError messages Where can I find warranty information?Code Message Description Cmos Solving computer problems Errors without messages Sleep or hibernation problems Password problemKeyboard problems Problem Computer screen problems Click Advanced Settings Battery problems Startup problem Hard disk drive problemFingerprint authentication problem Other problemsSolving computer problems Restoring factory contents Recovery optionsUsing Rescue and Recovery Recovering data Recovery optionsUpgrading and replacing devices Replacing the batteryUpgrading the hard disk drive Replacing the batteryHandling a hard disk drive Upgrading the hard disk driveUpgrading the hard disk drive Replacing memory Replacing memory Replacing memory Replacing memory Getting help on the Web Calling the Customer Support Center Getting help and serviceGetting help and service FRU Getting help and serviceWorldwide telephone list Getting help around the worldGetting help and service Getting help and service Getting help and service Customer Replaceable Unit ″CRU″ Service Appendix A. Warranty informationTypes of warranty service Customer Carry-In or Mail-In Service On-site ServiceCourier or Depot Service Appendix B. Customer Replaceable Units CRUs External CRUs with latches Features Appendix C. Features and specificationsSpecifications FeaturesPower source ac adapter SpecificationsBattery pack Battery lifeSpecifications Appendix D. Notices Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement Electronic emissions noticesEuropean Union EMC Directive conformance statement Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statementAvis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada Japanese Vcci Class B statement EU Weee Statements IBM Lotus Software Offer U. S. Or Canada To order a CDLatin American Countries European CountriesTrademarks Lenovo 3000 V200 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Index Lenovo 3000 V200 Service and Troubleshooting Guide Page Part Number 42W9087
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3000 V200 specifications

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