Hey all- My monitor went black. When I power up, I can see the Windows graphics...then it GOES black. I can see the mouse ARROW and move it around.
Went to GET new monitor...same thing.
Any suggestions?The monitor went black....but you can see the mouse?

Is this a laptop or desktop?

When did this start?

What Operating System?it's a desk top. I went to get a new monitor...but same thing. I am running Windows XP. It started about a week ago. Would a new video CARD make a difference?First try re-installing the video drivers...did this machine come with a driver CD ? ?I can't. One of the kids got a CD stuck in the CD drive. Any clue on how to un-jam this? I have tried various things to pry it open without breaking it...no go.
thanks for your reply.There is a pinhole in the front of the CDROM...straighten a paper clip and insert it there and press til the door opens.
This will work with or without power to the unit...Sounds like you might have to remove the drive and take it apart. Be careful and you should be successful

Alan <><

Hi Patio