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Blank screen on boot up, but then...

swebb
swebb Posts: 1,042 Forumite
For the last week or so, whenever I boot up I always get a blank screen (even after a few minutes when fully booted). If I turn the monitor off and then on again I can see the screen content, but it will go blank again after about 2 seconds. I'll then do a reboot and all is well.

Initially I thought it was the video card, but I'm not so sure now. Any ideas?

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  • rmg1
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    If it's a fairly new graphics card, have you made sure it's seated properly?
    Also, I would check the connecting cables to make sure they're fully plugged in as well.
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  • swebb
    swebb Posts: 1,042 Forumite
    The graphics card is over 2 years old now (upgraded). I have checked the cables - it's same each time: 1st boot = blank screen; then reset and all is well.
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