Troubleshooting, The power led is off, No image – MSI G274QPF-QD 27" 1440p 170 Hz Gaming Monitor User Manual
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The power LED is off.
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Press the monitor power button again.
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Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected.
No image.
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Check if the computer graphics card is properly installed.
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Check if the computer and monitor are connected to electrical outlets and are
turned on.
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Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
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The computer may be in Standby mode. Press any key to activate the monitor.
The screen image is not properly sized or centered.
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Refer to Preset Display Modes to set the computer to a setting suitable for the
monitor to display.
No Plug & Play.
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Check if the monitor power cable is properly connected.
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Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
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Check if the computer and graphics card are Plug & Play compatible.
The icons, font or screen are fuzzy, blurry or have color problems.
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Avoid using any video extension cables.
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Adjust brightness and contrast.
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Adjust RGB color or tune color temperature.
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Check if the monitor signal cable is properly connected.
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Check for bent pins on the signal cable connector.
The monitor starts flickering or shows waves.
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Change the refresh rate to match the capabilities of your monitor.
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Update your graphics card drivers.
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Keep the monitor away from electrical devices that may cause electromagnetic
interference (EMI).