Dell Inspiron 8500 - Manual (Page 106)

106 Solving Problems
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If the display is difficult to read
T E S T THE EL E CT RI C A L OU T LE T — Ensure that the electrical outlet is
working by testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
C HE C K T H E AC A D A P T E R — Check the AC adapter cable connections. If
the AC adapter has a light, ensure that it is on.
C O NN EC T T H E C O MP U T E R D I R EC T L Y T O A N E L EC T R I CA L O U T L E T —
Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify
that the computer turns on. To access the help file, see page 104.
A D J US T T H E P O W E R P R O P ER T I E S — Search for the keyword standby in
the Help and Support Center. For instructions on accessing help files, see
page 104.
S W IT C H T H E V I D E O I MA G E — If your computer is attached to an external
monitor, press to switch the video image to the display.
A D J US T T H E B R IG H T NE S S — See the Tell Me How help file for instructions
on adjusting the brightness. To access the help file, see page 104.
M O V E THE S U B W O O F E R A W A Y F R O M T H E CO M P UT E R O R MO N ITO R —
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.
E LI MI NATE P O S S I BL E I NT E R FE R E NC E — Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent
lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.
R O T A T E T H E C O MP U T E R T O F A C E A D IF F E R EN T D IR E C T IO N —
Eliminate sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.