Video Problems - Gateway E-3200 Maintaining And Troubleshooting

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 is
defective.
The monitor's
brightness and
contrast controls are
turned down.
The video card is not
seated correctly.
The video card is not
compatible with the
system.
The text on the display is dim or difficult to read.
Probable Cause
The monitor's
brightness and
contrast controls are
turned down.
Sunlight is glaring off
the display.
The CRT may be old.
Solution
Make certain the monitor is plugged in and
turned on. If power is applied to the
monitor, the green power LED should
illuminate.
Make certain 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.
Connect a working monitor to the computer.
Adjust the brightness and contrast knobs to
the center position.
Open the system and reseat the video card.
PCI video cards must be compatible with
the system.
Solution
Adjust the brightness and contrast knobs
until the text becomes clear.
Position the monitor away from the sun or
window.
Replace the monitor.
Important!
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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