Start-Up Error Messages; Video And Display Problems; If The Display Is Blank - Dell Inspiron 8100 Service Manual

Solving Problems : Dell Inspiron 8100
Check the AC adapter—
inserted into the electrical outlet and the green light on the AC
adapter is on.
Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet—
Bypass power protection devices, power strips, and the extension
cable to verify that the computer turns on.
Check for interference—
or operating near the computer can cause interference. Other
causes of interference: power extension cables, too many devices
on a power strip, or multiple power strips connected to the same
electrical outlet.
Adjust the Power Properties—
search for the keyword standby in
Reseat the memory modules—
turns on but the display remains blank, you may need to
memory modules.

Start-Up Error Messages

Operating system not found—
assistance. See "Contacting Dell" in the Dell Solutions Guide that
came with your computer for contact information.
Insert bootable media—
to a nonbootable floppy disk or CD. Insert a bootable floppy disk or
CD.
Non-system disk error—
Remove the floppy disk and restart the computer.

Video and Display Problems

If the display is blank

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Be sure that the power cable is firmly
Electrical appliances on the same circuit
See the Tell Me How
Windows
If your computer power light
Contact Dell for technical
The operating system is trying to boot
A floppy disk is in the floppy drive.
help file or
Help.
reseat the