User's Manual

Troubleshooting 8-4
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Make sure that the other device is not in “Hidden” mode.
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Make sure that both devices are compatible.
Display Problems
Nothing appears on the screen.
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During operation, the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power
management. Press any key to see if the screen comes back.
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The brightness level might be too low. Increase brightness by pressing the
Fn+F6 hot key.
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The display output might be set to an external device. To switch the display
back to the LCD, press the
Fn+F7 hot key or change the display through the
Display Settings Properties of Windows.
The characters on the screen are dim.
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Adjust the brightness and/or contrast.
Bad dots appear on the display at all times.
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A small number of missing, discolored, or bright dots on the screen are an
intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology. It is not regarded as a LCD
defect.
The external monitor displays nothing.
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Make sure that the monitor is turned on.
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Make sure that the monitor’s signal cable is properly connected.
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Switch the display to the monitor by pressing the Fn+F7 hot key or change
the display through the Display Settings Properties of Windows.
Simultaneous display/multi-display does not work.
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Make sure that you turn on the external monitor before turning on the
computer.
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Press the Fn+F7 hot key to toggle through the display options or change the
Display Settings Properties of Windows.