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Chapter 4
Abnormal Video Display
If video displays abnormally, perform the following actions one at a time to correct the problem.
1.
Reboot the computer.
2.
If permanent vertical/horizontal lines or dark spots display in the same location, the LCD is faulty and
should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 52.
3.
If extensive pixel damage is present (different colored spots in the same locations on the screen), the LCD
is faulty and should be replaced. See “Disassembly Process” on page 52.
4.
Adjust the brightness to its highest level. See the User Manual for instructions on adjusting settings.
NOTE:
Ensure that the computer is not running on battery alone as this may reduce display brightness.
If the display is too dim at the highest brightness setting, the LCD is faulty and should be replaced. See
“Disassembly Process” on page 52.
5.
Check the display resolution is correctly configured:
a.
Minimize or close all Windows.
b.
If display size is only abnormal in an application, check the view settings and control/mouse wheel
zoom feature in the application.
c.
If desktop display resolution is not normal, right-click on the desktop and select
Personalize
´
Display Settings
.
d.
Click and drag the Resolution slider to the desired resolution.
e.
Click
Apply
and check the display. Readjust if necessary.
6.
Roll back the video driver to the previous version if updated.
7.
Remove and reinstall the video driver.
8.
Check the Device Manager to determine that:
•
The device is properly installed. There are no red Xs or yellow exclamation marks.
•
There are no device conflicts.
•
No hardware is listed under Other Devices.
9.
If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 229.
10.
Run the Windows Memory Diagnostic from the operating system DVD and follow the onscreen prompts.
11.
If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 229.
Random Loss of BIOS Settings
If the computer is experiencing intermittent loss of BIOS information, perform the following actions one at a
time to correct the problem.
1.
If the computer is more than one year old, replace the CMOS battery.
2.
Run a complete virus scan using up-to-date software to ensure the computer is virus free.
3.
If the computer is experiencing HDD or ODD BIOS information loss, disconnect and reconnect the power
and data cables between devices.
If the BIOS settings are still lost, replace the cables.
4.
If HDD information is missing from the BIOS, the drive may be defective and should be replaced.
5.
Replace the Motherboard.
6.
If the Issue is still not resolved, see “Online Support Information” on page 229.
Summary of Contents for Aspire 4935 Series
Page 6: ...VI ...
Page 10: ...X Table of Contents ...
Page 60: ...50 Chapter 2 ...
Page 68: ...58 Chapter 3 7 Carefully open the HDD Cover ...
Page 95: ...Chapter 3 85 5 Remove the TouchPad Bracket from the Upper Base ...
Page 100: ...90 Chapter 3 5 Lift the USB Board clear of the casing ...
Page 104: ...94 Chapter 3 7 Lift the mainboard right side first to remove from the base ...
Page 112: ...102 Chapter 3 4 Lift the bezel away from the panel ...
Page 115: ...Chapter 3 105 4 Lift the LCD Panel out of the casing as shown ...
Page 122: ...112 Chapter 3 13 Ensure that the securing pin is properly located ...
Page 130: ...120 Chapter 3 7 Insert the cable through the casing to the top side as shown ...
Page 143: ...Chapter 3 133 13 Replace the two securing screws ...
Page 148: ...138 Chapter 3 4 Turn the computer over and replace the six securing screws as shown ...
Page 154: ...144 Chapter 3 ...
Page 193: ...Chapter 6 183 ...
Page 232: ...Appendix A 222 ...
Page 240: ...230 Appendix C ...