Hi 2androse
Did you try swapping the monitor before conclude that the problem lies with
the graphic card?
Also it would help if you could give us the exact make and model of your
compaq rig.
Regards
"2androse" wrote:
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> I have a dinosaur Compaq Presario and a Viewsonic monitor. I am not
> technically inclined and I am need help PLEASE.
>
> I have sporadic problems with getting my monitor to start. A) Light
> is on, but nothing on the screen. I have to click the button several
> times before I see anything. B) Last week all I saw on the screen were
> the icons but a white background. Someone has suggested that it may be a
> problem with my video card. Is there any safe 'free' on line site where
> I can check my video card?
>
> If I need a new video card, can I who is NOT TECHNICALLY inclined
> installl this by myself. I am not cheap, but just cannot afford to
> bring this to the shop or buy a new computer.
>
> Thanks!
> 2androse Montreal, Canada
>
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