Troubleshooting
DisplayWhy did my screen go blank?
❑Your computer screen may go blank if the computer loses power or enters a power saving mode (Sleep or Hibernate). If the computer is in LCD (Video) Sleep mode, press any key to bring the computer back into Normal mode. See Using the Power Saving Modes (page 142) for more information.
❑Make sure your computer is securely plugged into a power source and turned on and the power indicator light is lit.
❑If your computer is using battery power, make sure the battery pack is installed properly and is charged. See Using the Battery Pack (page 24) for more information.
❑If the display output is directed to the external display, press the Fn+F7 keys. See Combinations and Functions with the Fn Key (page 33) for more information.
❑During the switching process, your computer screen becomes dark and may temporarily show some noise or flicker. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.
What should I do if no image is displayed on my TV screen or external display connected to the HDMI port?
❑The HDMI port is disabled when your computer is in STAMINA mode. Change the performance mode to SPEED mode before connecting an external device to the HDMI port. See Selecting Performance Modes (page 109) for mode selection.
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