My acer laptop's screen's brightness has gone so low that I cant even see the screen. What might be the problem and solution for that?
Assuming your keys on the keyboard to adjust screen brightness do nothing, try going into "Power" in Control Panel and check the settings there. You might also search in Control Panel for video settings which can be adjusted (depending upon the brand of computer). Next step is to connect to an external screen by video or HDMI. If this fails, it's likely time to start thinking about another computer. Unlike desktops, a laptop usually has soldered in parts so you have to replace the entire motherboard. Which usually doesn't make financial sense even if you can manage to find one on eBay since what is offered is usually "used" and may well not work when you get it.
My laptop turns on but the screen is black. What do I do to fix it?
Other answers have jumped to a hardware fault. Perhaps not incorrectly, sure. But I'd first make sure we're not dealing with a software issue, or any other "have you tried turning it off and back on again?" sort of things.First, and foremost, does your laptop have a "Display Off" button? I have a Sony Vaio which has one of these. It's a flush bezel button near the clamshell hinge. I have absolutely no fucking clue why it's there. But it is. The only thing I can think of is it's a "privacy" button...for when you can't quite hit the (x) close button on the browser window when your spouse walks in on you ogling (.)'s.Since you didn't post a picture I will assume that you mean the screen is entirely black. No faint glow, no nothing? In other words, it doesn't look even remotely like this [note the blinking cursor]:Have you plugged anything new into your laptop recently? A new USB device? A new external drive? Do you have a docking station? If you have a docking station, does it behave differently if on or off of it?Have you verified that your battery is charged, and that even if not, your power supply is providing proper charging to the battery when it's plugged in? My laptop has a little lightning-bolt LED that indicates the power supply is properly plugged in. Sometimes those stupid connectors can become loose -- or worse, crimped [kids knocking the thing about, etc.] -- so that they don't make a proper connection. I can't tell you how many times I've sat down with my laptop that had been "plugged in" for hours only to hit the power button, see it appear to go through its start-up groans, only to have it fizzle-out and not work shortly after.Do you have a recovery disc for the OS you have installed? What happens if you turn the power on with that in the laptop?Do you have a USB memory stick? If so, there are a bunch of different things to try here Boot and run Linux from a USB flash memory stick, even booting DOS from it.
Why do laptop screens have glare?
I don’t know what universe you’re living in, but I’ve never seen a laptop display that was more reflective than an iPad display. (They’re basically just as reflective as the other.)In this category, display coatings can be put in one of two categories: matte or glossy.Matte displays do not reflect much light due to an anti-glare coating. If a light is shining on the display, you’ll notice it, but it will diffuse light pretty effectively. Nowadays, matte displays are pretty common on desktop monitors, but are becoming less common on laptops.Glossy displays are highly reflective. If the display is off, they work quite well as a mirror. Aside from having the black display, of course. Think of it as being a normal glass window allowing you to see the actual display panel.Glossy displays are very popular because they allow for a clearer image with more accurate colors. They also allow more light to shine through, providing more brightness, more vivid colors, and higher contrast. Basically, glossy displays just look better.Matte displays’ main advantage is that they work better in glare-inducing situations. So it’s kind of ironic that in desktop displays, matte displays are more common (where you could probably just tweak your setup to avoid glare), yet glossy displays are quite common on modern laptops (where you are likely to use them in a variety of situations, including places where glare is likely to be a problem).However, modern capacitive multi-touch screens are basically always glossy, and as such displays become more popular in Windows laptops, glossy displays also become more popular. It seems like this is because it feels much better to touch, allows for a screen flush with the rest of the device (rather than recessed), and makes them easier to clean.In my experience, most glossy displays are pretty much the same in terms of reflectiveness. And iPads have glossy multi-touch displays, much like touchscreen laptops. Note, however, that some non-touch-screen laptops still have matte displays; base model XPS 13’s and 15’s without a touch screen have anti-glare 1080p matte displays.
Is this the spotlight effect?
I know like you tend to think people are staring at more than you think but for me it's different when I'm home I tend to think people are like looking at me somehow trapped inside something watching me what I'm doing? Is this the spotlight effect or no?
Aren't gaming computers suppose to have LED lights?
I bought this computer from Tiger Direct and I was wondering if the LED lights were not included or if there was a way to get them to work? I'm not a computer expert so I was expecting this to be set up but if someone can tell me how I can do it myself. For those complaining why I want the LED to work, well, it's a personal preference and I like the way the lights look. I bought it for performance and appeal. CyberpowerPC Gamer Xtreme GX6109 Item Number - C447-14009
Can a bright LED flashlight damage your Eyes?
I had recently bought a fairly bright LED flashlight, and I accidently shined it in my eye. I hadn't shined it in my eye for too long, at a maximum of one second. However, my eye is still bothering me and it has been a few hours. I was curious if this is just short-term damage or something I should be worried about. It was, as i said, a fairly bright LED flashlight, and it seemed to go through some kind of a focusing lens (if it matters). As I said before, exposure to the light only lasted less than a second, a full second at max. I believe that in normal circumstances it wouldn't be much to worry about, but these aren't normal circumstances. Around one year ago, i had a low-grade red laser shined briefly over my eye, causing it to feel slightly burnt and ache all day. I went to a professional shortly after and they said that there hadn't been enough exposure for any major permanent damage. However, lately I have been getting aches and pains in that eye and coincidentally, that was the eye the LED shined into. It produced a slight burning sensation and made the ache worse, but it is nothing bad enough to cause a major headache, although it is still an annoyance.. I hope to get this cleared up, if possible, fairly quickly. If there is any way that this could be an issue, I would like to know. Thank you for your time.
My laptop can turn on but my screen stays black, what's wrong with it?
I have a Dell Precision M6600. Had it for 7 months now. I mainly use it for gaming but I also do my work on it. I didn't have any serious problems with it until now. I was on it and the screen turned black suddenly. I tried ctrl+alt+del-ing, raising the brightness level using my keyboard, nothing. So I forced it off by holding the power button and tried restarting it. The lights on my keyboard turn on but my screen doesn't. I have another, but older, laptop here so I've been using it to look up solutions. I've tried the discharge trick about removing the battery, removing the power adapter, holding the power button for 1 minute, replugging the power adapter only and turning it on. The screen still stays black. I tried simply removing the battery and putting it back in and turning it on. Nothing. I tried just leaving it on and after a few minutes I hear the Windows jingle, the music that usually plays when I am ready to log in. Screen stays black, however. But I did try typing in my password and pressing enter anyway. Funny enough, I hear the log in sound. So supposedly I can log in but the screen stays completely black. I tried raising the brightness through the keyboard again but nothing. I tried holding FN and pressing the button with the moniter icon and nothing happens. So... I've run out of options and I am afraid the worst has happened, that something fried or somehow a virus crept in. Can anyone provide another possible solution before I send it in for repair? Anything would be very much appreciated.
SimCity 4 Deluxe Custom Buildings Night lighting?
When I read the custom building's readme, it says to install: EP1 - Update and SC4 - Update. But when I do the SC4 - Update, it takes me to the Building Architect Tool Section in the Simcity 4 Site and I cant find the SC4 - Update. Please help!
What is an anti-glare display on a laptop?
The best way to identify this type of display is look into the screen… if u can not see your face clearly then this is anti-glare display.Here, right side is anti-glare display also called as matte or non glossy display and glare display also called as glossy display.SimilaritiesGlossy and matte displays use the same LCD panels. The only real difference between these two types of displays is the coating applied to the screen. In controlled situations, glossy and matte displays will look fairly similar.DifferencesGlossy displays have more vivid color and contrast. Colors appear more intense and saturated, while blacks appear deeper. However, light shining on the display can cause extremely noticeable reflections. Sunlight is the worst case scenario — either direct sunlight outside or even just sunlight coming in through a window. Reflections can make a glossy display basically unusable in direct sunlight.Matte screens have an anti-glare coating applied to them, so they’re much better at preventing reflections. It’s easier to see a matte screen in a bright room, whether you’re dealing with sunlight or just intense light from overhead fluorescent light bulbs in an office. The downside is that this coating makes colors appear a bit more dull.Glossy displays tend to look better in stores where there are no bright lights to cause glare, but you may want a matte display if you plan on using the display in a bright room. Matte displays may counteract glare much better, but that doesn’t really matter if you’re never going to use it in a bright area.In the below image, you can clearly see the difference — both in color and glare — between a matte Dell display on the left and a glossy Apple display on the right. Bear in mind that these are different monitors using different panels, so you can’t make a direct comparison. Not all of the difference in color is down to the matte or glossy coating, but it’s still instructive.ReferenceGlossy vs. Matte LCDs: Which Should You Choose When Buying a Display?