Monitor says no signal; blinks or messes with graphics.

Discussion in 'Hardware' started by pimpmyride, Dec 25, 2014.

  1. pimpmyride

    pimpmyride Private E-2

    I really could use some help with a problem I'm trying to figure out. When I start my pc it does one or two combined of the followings:
    -Says no signal
    -Blinks like crazy with distorted picture
    -Distorted graphics (see picture and/or video below)

    Is it the CPU, video card, motherboard, something else? I tried to google it, but I can't say I've had any luck so far. How long would it take to fix it in service, if it's something bigger.

    Things I've tried:
    -Different monitor
    -Fresh windows
    -Cleaning from dust
    -Pulling the power cord, pressing on button for a minute

    Specs:
    Intel Dual Core E5200 2.5 Ghz
    ATI HD 4850
    4GB RAM
    Windows 7 Ultimate

    Thank you and Happy Holidays!

    Video:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XpI3VsATysU&feature=youtu.be

    Img:
    http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/xq90/540/GP7QjA.jpg
     
  2. plodr

    plodr MajorGeek Super Extraordinaire Moderator Staff Member

    If is says no signal, then there is a communication problem between the graphics card/chip and the monitor.

    When you tried a different monitor, did you use a different monitor cable? If so, then it looks like it is a problem with your graphics.
     
  3. mdonah

    mdonah Major Geek Extraordinaire

    I agree with plodr. I had similar issues a while back. I could go into Safe Mode at native VGA resolution and the screen was readable but, not in Normal Mode. I had to replace the graphics card.
     
  4. Blujay

    Blujay Specialist

    Most likely a graphics card problem. Before you rush to get a new one, check the cable as suggested above, and if possible, borrow one and check that the problem is solved, so that you confirm that you found the problem.
     
  5. pimpmyride

    pimpmyride Private E-2

  6. mdonah

    mdonah Major Geek Extraordinaire

    That's correct. Blujay, plodr and I all agree.
     
  7. pimpmyride

    pimpmyride Private E-2

    I'll try with another one then, let u know how it goes.
     
  8. pimpmyride

    pimpmyride Private E-2

    Swapping out the graphics card did the work, thank you!
     
  9. mdonah

    mdonah Major Geek Extraordinaire

    You're welcome. :) We volunteers are always glad when we can help someone resolve issues.
     
  10. Blujay

    Blujay Specialist

    You are welcome.
     

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