Video And Display Problems; If The Display Is Blank - Dell Inspiron 4150 User Manual

Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 4150

Video and Display Problems

If the display is blank

HINT: If you are using a program that requires a higher resolution than your
computer supports, Dell recommends that you attach an external monitor to
your computer.
Check the light —
power.
If the
the power button to exit standby mode.
If the
If the
caused the display to turn off. Try pressing the power button.
Check the battery —
the battery charge may be depleted. Connect the computer to an electrical
outlet using the AC adapter, and turn on the computer.
Test the electrical outlet —
testing it with another device, such as a lamp.
Check the AC adapter —
AC adapter has a light, ensure that it is on.
Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet —
protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the
computer turns on.
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When the
light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode—press
light is off, press the power button.
light is on, your power management settings may have
If you are using a battery to power your computer,
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by
Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the
light is blinking, the computer has
Bypass power