Display; Dvd Drives - Gateway GM5407H Reference Manual

The diskette drive LED is lit continuously
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Display

The screen resolution is not correct
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The computer is running, but there is no picture
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The color is not uniform
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The text on the display is dim or difficult to read
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For more information about display types, see your display
and video card documentation.
then click Help and Support. Type the phrase screen resolution in the
Search Help box, then press E

DVD drives

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CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting
Remove the diskette from the drive. If the light stays
on, try restarting your computer.
Change the screen resolution from the Display Settings
dialog box. For more information, see the "Customizing
Windows" chapter in your online User Guide.
Adjust the brightness and contrast controls to the
center position.
If you are using an external display:
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Check the cable for bent or damaged pins.
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Make sure that the display is plugged in and turned
on. If the display is turned on, the power LED should
be lit.
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Make sure that the video cable is connected to the
video port on your computer.
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Connect an external display that you know works to
your computer.
Reinstall the device driver.
Make sure that the display warms up for at least
30 minutes before making a final judgment about color
uniformity.
Adjust the brightness and contrast controls.
Change the display settings. For more information, see
the "Customizing" chapter in your online User Guide.
Help
For more information about changing the screen resolution, click Start,
See "CD or DVD drives" on page
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