Monitor Not Turning On

Summary

Computer monitor is not turning on or displays nothing.

Body

Issue/Question

Monitor not working

Environment

  • Monitor

Cause

Unknown cause

Resolution

  1. Make sure power cord is plugged into an outlet
  2. Unplug power cord from monitor
  3. Wait 15 seconds
  4. Plug the monitor back in
  5. Press monitor's power button
    Note:  If power button sticks, monitor will need to be replaced
  6.  If monitor still doesn't turn on manually, shutdown computer
  7. Change power strips
  8. Press monitor's power button
  9. Re-seat video cables at monitor and computer
    Note: Ensure monitors are connected to graphics card if card is installed
  10. Boot computer
  11. If issue still persists, try different display cable
  12. If issue remains, replace monitor

Details

Details

Article ID: 105
Created
Fri 6/15/18 1:39 PM
Modified
Mon 7/17/23 5:18 PM
KCS Article Status
WIP: Only Problem & some Environment captured
Not Validated: Complete & Resolution captured, confidence lacks in structure, content, no feedback
Validated: Complete & reusable, used by licensed KCS user, confidence in resolution & std. compliance
Validated

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