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Powerbook display, External monitor (connected to a dock) – Apple PowerBook (Duo, 2300 Series) User Manual

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PowerBook display

The screen went blank.

m Screen dimming may be on. Move the pointer to restore the

screen’s brightness.

m The computer may have gone to sleep. Press any key (except Caps Lock)

on the keyboard to wake it.

m The battery may need recharging. Plug in the power adapter, let the

battery charge for a few minutes, and then try to wake or start up the
computer again. (Or use the optional recharger.)

The screen flickers.

m Adjust the brightness control (¤) to the right of the display.
m Open the Monitors control panel and set the computer to display fewer

colors or grays.

m If tilting the display affects the flickering, there may be a loose cable.

Contact an Apple-authorized service provider, or call the Apple
Assistance Center.

The computer freezes when screen dimming takes effect.

m Screen dimming does not work with some programs. Open the PowerBook

control panel and turn off screen dimming.

External monitor (connected to a dock)

The monitor remains dark.

m Shut down the Macintosh PowerBook, then make sure the monitor is

connected to the dock, plugged into an active outlet, and turned on. (Most
monitors have a light on the front panel to show whether they are on.)

The monitor is on, but no image appears.

m Screen dimming may be on. Move the pointer to restore the screen’s

brightness.

m Adjust the monitor’s brightness and contrast controls.
m Open the Monitors control panel and press the Identify button. The

number on each monitor icon should appear on the corresponding screen.
If not, there may be a problem with the connection, or the monitor may
need repair.

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