Dell 8600 Laptop User Manual


 
Solving Problems 63
If the display is difficult to read
CONNECT THE COMPUTER DIRECTLY TO AN ELECTRICAL OUTLET Bypass
power protection devices, power strips, and the extension cable to verify that the
computer turns on. To access the help file, see page 61.
ADJUST THE POWER PROPERTIES Search for the keyword standby in the
Help and Support Center. For instructions on accessing help files, see page 61.
SWITCH THE VIDEO IMAGE If your computer is attached to an external
monitor, press <Fn> <F8> to switch the video image to the display.
ADJUST THE BRIGHTNESS See the Dell Inspiron help file for instructions on
adjusting the brightness. To access the help file, see page 61.
MOVE THE SUBWOOFER AWAY FROM THE COMPUTER OR MONITOR If your
external speaker system includes a subwoofer, ensure that the subwoofer is at
least 60 cm (2 ft) away from the computer or external monitor.
ELIMINATE POSSIBLE INTERFERENCE Turn off nearby fans, fluorescent
lights, halogen lamps, or other appliances.
ROTATE THE COMPUTER TO FACE A DIFFERENT DIRECTION Eliminate
sunlight glare, which can cause poor picture quality.
ADJUST THE WINDOWS DISPLAY SETTINGS
1
Click the
Start
button and click
Control Panel
.
2
Click
Appearance and Themes
.
3
Click the area you want to change or click the
Display
icon.
4
Try different settings for
Color quality
and
Screen resolution
.
SEE "ERROR MESSAGES"—If an error message appears, see page 61.