Dell Inspiron 4100 - Manual (Page 38)

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Video and Display Problems
If the display is blank
HINT: If you are using a
program that requires a
higher resolution than
your computer supports,
Dell recommends that you
attach an external
monitor to your computer.
C HE CK T HE PO W E R LI GH T — 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.
• If the power light is on, your power management settings may have caused the
display to turn off. Try pressing any key or move the cursor to exit standby
mode.
C HE CK T HE BA T TE R Y — 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.
T E S T TH E EL E CT R IC AL O UT LE T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is
working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp. If the device is plugged
into a surge protector, try plugging it directly into an electrical outlet.
C HE CK T HE AC A D AP TE R — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If
the AC adapter has a light, ensure that it is on.
C ON NE C T T HE C OM PU TE R D IR EC T LY T O A N E LE C TR IC A L OU TL ET —
Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify
that the computer turns on.
C HE CK T HE P O W E R P RO P ER T IE S — Search for the keyword standby the in
Help and Support Center (Help in Windows Me and Windows 2000). To access
help, see page 34.
S W IT CH TH E VI DE O IM A GE — If your computer is attached to an external
monitor, press to switch the video image to the integrated display.
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