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    Liz Guthrie Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 5, 2006, 07:34 PM
    No signal to monitor
    Haven't used PC for some time. Switched on, however PC monitor shows 'no signal' error message. Tried rebooting, same result.

    Trying to isolate the problem, I tried connecting up a SUN monitor (suitable for PC) and get error message 'in power save mode. Activate using PC'.

    At this point, I don't know if the problem lies with the monitor - PC or SUN - or with hardware.

    I'd appreciate any help on this.
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    Nov 12, 2006, 08:56 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Liz Guthrie
    Haven't used PC for some time. Switched on, however PC monitor shows 'no signal' error message. Tried rebooting, same result.

    Trying to isolate the problem, I tried connecting up a SUN monitor (suitable for PC) and get error message 'in power save mode. Activate using PC'.

    At this point, I don't know if the problem lies with the monitor - PC or SUN - or with hardware.

    I'd appreciate any help on this.
    Need more info but sounds like vid card, make sure it is seated.
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    Nov 13, 2006, 07:08 AM
    I think the RAM (hardware)is the problem.there appears to be a problem with RAM synchronisation.it is unlikely that the problem is with the monitor(picture tube)because the error message proves it.the solution is to either repair the existing RAM or I would recommend upgrading RAM .
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    Nov 13, 2006, 07:12 AM
    I don't see where the RAM would be a factor, though its possible. The message from the Sun monitor could mean that you need drivers for that monitor on the PC.

    It does sound like the monitor is not getting a signal from the PC, whiohc is probably either a cable or video adapter issue.
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