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Resolved [Monitor unexpectedly goes to sleep after a few minutes]

Discussion in 'PC Hardware' started by bracklapiper, 2011/11/22.

  1. 2011/11/22
    bracklapiper

    bracklapiper Inactive Thread Starter

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    hi i was wondering what the problem is with my house computer. it will load and let me log in but then after a few minutes it all stops and i get a flickering sign on monitor saying monitor going to sleep.
    i have been able to do a couple of virus checks and they are bringing up no viruses i was thinking it might be the monitor hardware but not sure any help on this will be greatfully received.
     
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  2. 2011/11/22
    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Hi bracklapiper. Try this, boot up the computer and then after you see the manufacturer logo disappear, tap the F8 key on the keyboard (before Windows starts loading) to bring up the advanced boot options menu. From the menu select Enable VGA Mode with the arrow keys and then hit enter.

    Your computer will boot into Low Resolution Mode. After you log in see if you experience the same behavior with the monitor shutting off.
     
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  4. 2011/11/23
    bracklapiper

    bracklapiper Inactive Thread Starter

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    i have done the start up using the vga mode and has now been running for 4 hours so there is no problem there. what do i need to do with it now
     
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  5. 2011/11/23
    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Since the computer is running well in VGA mode, then the issue with your monitor shutting off sounds like a driver problem.

    I would suggest that you update your video driver by installing a new version from here, Download Intel GMA 950 Windows XP 32bit Graphics Drivers.

    After the driver installs, reboot the computer into normal mode and see if the monitor shuts off.
     
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  6. 2011/11/27
    bracklapiper

    bracklapiper Inactive Thread Starter

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    hi sorry i haven't replied sooner but was at work and have limited internet use.
    i did as you said in your last reply and updated the driver and so far everything is going well.
    thank you for the help on this subject.
     
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  7. 2011/11/27
    Evan Omo

    Evan Omo Computer Support Technician Staff

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    Your Welcome. :)
     
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