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Here Are Some Things That Might Cause Monitor Problems

Written by oneself on 4:46 PM


By: Victor Epand

Recently thin horizontal bands (grey in color) have appeared on my screen. When I'm in Internet Explorer, these bands coincide with the text displayed on the screen (even when i am typing this question). Also, the 'Back' button which is green appears nearly fluorescently green instead of the usual green.

If this problem appears, You can try replacing the monitor data cable. It probably won't amount to anything useful, but it could be the cable. If it isn't, I'd say just get a new monitor because it is definitely a manufacturer hardware problem. Definitely try to test a different monitor out before you buy a new one, because if the other monitor is fine then you've singled out the problem.

The monitor only will run on default mode and it won't let me adjust resolution, and can't play games and can't even download sbc virus protections. I would suggest that you re-install the video driver, or download the most current from dell.com. I am assuming that you are using windows and know how to adjust your desktop settings. If you do not, then right click on your desktop, and select propertys, and then settings. You will then be able to select a higher resolution. If you can not, then, Select advanced, and then the monitor tab.

Verify that the monitor is listed correctly, if not go to the HP website, and look for the correct driver for the monitor, and download and install it. This should open up your choices for resolutions, color depths and refresh rates.

When I first boot the computer the monitor works fine, however, after a short time it goes blank (flickers then goes blank-gray). If I give it a whack or two on the top with the palm of my hand the display reappears and stays on without any further interruption. Is there something loose or stuck closed inside the monitor?

Please don't do anything to your display anymore, you can cause more damage. The issue is that a solder joint has failed on the pc board within the display. Most repair centers, TV or Computer, can repair this type of issue fairly cheaply. I would recommend doing this as soon as you can, since the intermittant failure can cause other issues.

My pc system is 18 months old and has been running perfectly on Windows XP. The last 4 days the monitor has switched itself off and on repeatedly when the system is booted up. The on/off button on the monitor doesn't function; it just lights for 1 second, then the screen flicks on for 1/10 second then it switches off, light on switch included, for another second. It will do this for hours. Nothing seems to help; rebooting (difficult if you can't see the screen), disconnecting power to the monitor. Then, suddenly, the screen appears and the monitor functions perfectly.

Is this a monitor or cpu/system issue? The pc has full service cover but the company who would repair the cpu say its a monitor issue and pass me to the monitor company while the monitor company say its a cpu issue and will not exchange the monitor.

If I understand your description correctly, the monitor will restore its self if you unplug it. That being the case I would suspect that the driver for your video card is suspect. I would try downloading the latest drivers for the mother board, video card, and monitor. If this fails then either the Monitor has its lowest resolution decoder chip failing or the video card is failing. The reason the monitor is flicking off and on is that it is not sure that it is getting a vertical and horizontal signal from the PC. It then goes into shut down.

The only reason this may be an errant diagnosys, is that the led on the front of the monitor, "Light", turns off as well. If it is turning amber or yellow, then this is the correct diagnosys, and the video card is likely the cause. Also be sure that the data cable from the monitor to the PC is fastened tightly to both connectors if you have connectors at both ends, if not at the PC.

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Cable vs DSL: How To Know What’s Better For You

Written by oneself on 4:40 AM

By: Michael Cohen

With the fast pace development of the internet technology today, it’s very possible to connect to the world and get information in just a matter of seconds. People who frequently go online have a choice between close broadband rivals cable operators or DSL (digital subscriber line) service for instant access to the internet. The battle continues between cable and DSL companies who promise to provide customers with the best service for high-speed data transmission.

Broadband technologies started to develop in the early part of 2000. In the U.S. alone, broadband internet usage either through cable modem or DSL connections soared from only six percent in June 2000 to 30 percent in 2003, according to a study.

Cable

Cable operators, through their cable modem service, provide broadband using the same coaxial cables that transmit pictures and sound to your television set. Most cable modems are external devices that have two connections – one to the cable wall outlet and the other one to a computer. With this type of modem, a user can both watch cable TV and use his computer at the same time. Instant internet access similar to DSL can be achieved just by turning on the PC.

With a residential cable internet connection, a user can have download speeds between four to six Mbps or roughly 70 times faster than a dialup connection. Cable consumers can even opt to bundle their internet access with digital cable TV and digital phone service to avail of discounts.

Cable companies especially in the urban centers felt threatened with the entry of DSL and immediately took action spending billions of dollars for upgrades. Many of them have boosted their download speeds in hopes of competing with cheaper DSL offers.

DSL

DSL is a telecommunications service that allows an ordinary telephone line to be used as a high-speed conduit for data, voice and video. It boasts of broadband speeds over ordinary telephone lines and is considered one of the fastest growing high-speed access technologies best for both business and personal use. Among the telecommunication technologies available today, DSL is the most powerful and flexible solution for high-speed internet access and information transfer.

A typical DSL connection enables users to receive data at a maximum of 1.5 Mbps and send data at 256 Kbps. The nearer your location to the provider’s central office, the faster the speed you’ll get. And what’s best about this is that with DSL, connectivity is always guaranteed. In other words, a user can be sure to go online instantly as no dial up connection is needed. In some cases, users can even use the same line for voice and data traffic.

Apart from its high speed connectivity, DSL is very cost effective in that a user needs only little new equipment and no new telephone lines. It is easy to use and requires no further training.

DSL technologies come in various forms depending on a user’s location and bandwidth needs. These are the IDSL (ISDN digital subscriber line), ADSL (Assymetric DSL), VDSL (Very High Speed DSL), RADSL (Rate Adaptive DSL) and HDSL/SDSL (High Data Rate DSL/Symmetric DSL).

So you decide which of these two broadband technologies suits your needs. If you only need internet access without getting a new telephone line, then the DSL may be best. However, if you want to subscribe to a cable TV and have fast internet access at the same time, then the cable modem will suit you best.

Source: http://www.superfeature.com

Michael Cohen recommends you visit www.satellitesweeper.com to answer the question: DSL vs Cable.

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