If The Display Is Difficult To Read - Dell Inspiron 2600 Factory Service Manual
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Solving Problems: Dell Inspiron 2600 and 2650
Check the
light —
If the
light is blinking, the computer is in standby mode—press the power button to
exit standby mode.
If the
light is off, press the power button.
If the
light is on, your power management settings may have caused the display to
turn off. Try pressing any key or move the cursor to exit standby mode.
Check 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 —
another device, such as a lamp.
Check the AC adapter —
a light, ensure that it is on.
Connect the computer directly to an electrical outlet —
devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the computer turns on.
Adjust the Power Properties —
standby in the Help and Support Center (Help in Windows 2000). See
Switch the video image —
to switch the video image to the display.
If the display is difficult to read
Adjust the brightness —
brightness (see
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Move the subwoofer away from the computer or monitor —
system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at least 60 cm (2 ft) away from
the computer or external monitor.
Eliminate possible interference —
lamps, or other appliances.
Rotate the computer to face a different direction —
can cause poor picture quality.
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When the
light is blinking, the computer has power.
If you are using a battery to power your computer, the battery
Ensure that the electrical outlet is working by testing it with
Check the AC adapter cable connections. If the AC adapter has
See the Tell Me How help file or search for the keyword
If your computer is attached to an external monitor, press
See the Tell Me How help file for instructions on adjusting the
Help").
Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent lights, halogen
Bypass power protection
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If your external speaker
Eliminate sunlight glare, which
Help."
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