HP e-Vectra Quick User Manual page 13

The Monitor Doesn't Work...
The e-Vectra's power indicator light works but the monitor remains blank
Have you checked that...
The monitor is switched ON (LED is on).
The monitor's power cord is correctly
connected.
The monitor (video) cable is correctly
connected.
The monitor's brightness and contrast
settings are correctly set.
There is an image during boot but then the screen goes blank
Have you checked that...
The monitor settings in your e-Vectra are
compatible with your monitor
If the e-Vectra starts but you still have a
problem...
How
Refer to the monitor manual for an explanation of the
LED signals (green, orange, or blinking).
Connect the power cord – ensure it is plugged into a
working grounded power outlet and into the monitor.
Connect the monitor (video) cable – ensure it is
properly connected to both the e-Vectra and the
monitor.
Check the settings using the monitor's OSD (on-
screen display) or using controls on the front of the
monitor.
How
• Windows NT: Enter VGA mode when prompted
during start-up.
• Windows 98 & Windows 2000: Restart the e-
Vectra. The Vectra screen is displayed. For
Windows 98, when you hear a beep, press F8 and
then start the e-Vectra in safe mode. For Windows
2000, when prompted, press F8 and then start
the e-Vectra in VGA mode. When the e-Vectra has
started double-click on the Display icon in your e-
Vectra's Control Panel, then click on the
Settings button. Use the sliding control to reset
the resolution.
For other operating systems, refer to your operating
system's documentation.
(refer to
Run HP e-DiagTools
Solving Problems
)
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