30 Solving Problems
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Video and Display Problems
If the display is blank
If the display is difficult to read
CHECK THE POWER LIGHT— When the power light is blinking, the computer
has power. If the power light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode—press
the power button to exit standby mode. If the power light is off, press the power
button.
CHECK THE BATTERY— If you are using a battery to power your computer, the
battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet
using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer.
TEST THE ELECTRICAL OUTLET— Ensure that the electrical outlet is working
by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
CHECK THE AC ADAPTER— Be sure that the power cable is firmly inserted
into the electrical outlet and the green light on the AC adapter is on.
ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES— Search for the keyword standby in
Windows Help. To access help files, see page 28.
ADJUST THE BRIGHTNESS— See the Tell M e Ho w help file (see page 28) for
instructions on adjusting the brightness.
MOVE THE SUBWOOFER AWAY FROM THE COMPUTER OR MONITOR—
If your external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is
at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE— Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent
lights, or halogen lamps to check for interference.
ROTATE THE COMPUTER TO FACE A DIFFERENT DIRECTION— Eliminate
sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.
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