Monitor ProblemsThere is no display on the screen.Check that the monitor’s power switch is on and that its power light is on.

Also, the computer may be in low-power standby mode. When you press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard, see if the monitor displays an image.

The power light is on, but you still do not see anything on the screen.

Press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard to see if the computer is in low-power standby mode. Also, check the brightness and contrast controls.

If you still do not see anything on the screen, make sure the monitor is securely connected to the computer.

If you installed a display adapter card, make sure your monitor type matches the card type. Also be sure you set the correct display type in SETUP (see Chapter 1) and that the main system board jumpers are set correctly (see Chapter 3).

If you are running an application program, see if you need to set up the program for the type of monitor and display adapter you have. Also make sure you are using the appropriate monitor and display adapter for your software.

The power switch is on but the power light is not on.

If the monitor is Energy Star compliant, it may be in low-power standby mode. Press a mouse button or a key on the keyboard to activate the monitor.

Turn off the monitor’s power, wait five seconds, and turn it back on.
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