Справочник Пользователя для Gateway 7210

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Troubleshooting

The image on the screen is dim or difficult to read

The color monitor displays everything in black and white

The displayed characters are garbled

The video card is not
seated correctly

Open the system and reseat the video card.
The server board may have a built-in video
adapter, so there may not be a video adapter
to remove and replace.

The video card is not
compatible with the
system

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. The server board may have a
built-in video adapter, so there may not be a
video adapter to remove and replace.

Probable cause

Solution

The monitor brightness
and contrast controls are
turned down

Adjust the brightness and contrast knobs until
the text becomes clear.

Sunlight is glaring off the
display

Position the monitor away from the sun or a
window.

The monitor may be old

Replace the monitor.

Probable cause

Solution

The system was turned
on before the monitor

Make sure that the monitor is turned on, then
restart the system.

The display type is set
incorrectly

In the Control Panel window (Start | Settings |
Control Panel), double-click Display, set the
display to the appropriate monitor type, then
restart the system.

Probable cause

Solution

The video cable is
damaged

Make sure the connector and cable have no
bent or damaged pins.

Probable cause

Solution

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