Video Problems - Gateway E-5400 System Manual

Video problems

The system is running but there is no display
Probable Cause
The monitor is not
turned on.
The monitor's data
cable is not connected.
The connector or cable
is damaged.
The monitor's
brightness and contrast
controls are turned
down.
The monitor is
defective.
The video card is not
seated correctly.
The video card is not
compatible with the
system.
Important
Solution
Make sure that the monitor is plugged in and
turned on. If power is applied to the monitor,
the green power LED should illuminate.
Make sure that the monitor's data cable is
connected to the video controller on the back
of the system.
Check the connector and cable for bent or
damaged pins.
Adjust the brightness and contrast knobs to
the center position.
Connect a working monitor to the computer.
Open the system and reseat the video card.
Check the documentation or technical support
to make sure that the video card is compatible
with the system. If not, obtain a compatible
video card.
Your system board may have a built-in video adapter, so
there may not be a video adapter to remove and replace.
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