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Why is my Android Tablet Screen Stuck on "Boot?"

28. October 2014 tori Technical Support (0)
My Android tablet screen's stuck on "boot."  It's the height of frustration: you've sit down to watch your favorite film or video, (or, to check your emails,) only to find that your tablet screen has chosen that particular moment to stop working! There's no need to worry, though! Help is at hand.  Android screen stuck on "boot" Solutions Hold down the "Home" button, (or one of the volume control keys,) when turning your tablet on.  Reset your tablet, (using the relevant buttons.) Note: instructions for resetting your tablet will vary according to device.  How to reset your Android tablet How to reset your Android phone or tablet when it won't boot: http://www.howtogeek.com/130611/how-to-factory-reset-your-android-phone-or-tablet-when-it-wont-boot/  How to perform a factory reset on your Android phone or tablet: http://www.greenbot.com/article/2458403/how-to-perform-a-factory-reset-on-your-android-phone-or-tablet.htm Factory wipe methods for a tablet: http://mytabletguru.com/differnt-hard-reset-factory-wipe-methods-for-tablet-pc/ Wipe, (and then re-install,) the Android operating system.  How to re-install Android OS:  How to update and install OS software for tablet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=veHCWK0JStU Flash or Reinstall Android on Domo Slate X14 tablet: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=icJlFD4f3no Format / Re-install Android on tablet using memory card: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCkt3WRvJ9U   *Disclaimer: As with any repair you choose to undertake, Laptop-LCD-Screen.co.uk cannot be held responsible for any damage caused to your device during the replacement/repair process. If you feel anxious or unsure about completing this repair yourself, it is best to err on the side of caution.

My HP Pavilion Screen Won't Turn On

5. August 2014 tori Technical Support (0)
My HP Pavilion screen stays black A black HP Pavilion screen can often be caused by a broken, (or inadequately attached,) screen cable, a faulty screen or a broken motherboard. Below, you'll find advice that will help guide you through your screen related problem. HP Pavilion screens that stay black/won't turn on  Explanations and solutions To establish the cause of your black HP Pavilion screen, attach an external monitor to your machine. Here, you'll find instructions on how to do this. If your laptop works when connected to an external monitor, your dark screen could be caused by a faulty signal cable, (the grey cable that is attached to the top, and back, of your laptop screen.) To test whether this is, indeed, the cause of your problem, carefully move your opened laptop screen backwards and forwards, taking care to note whether there is any change in the appearance of the display. If you find that your display does change when the screen is moved backwards and forwards, it may indicate that the signal cable is at fault.If the screen cable is at fault, you'll need to purchase an adequate replacement. At the bottom of this page, you'll find a handy list of screen cable suppliers. Remember: when trying to establish the cause of the problem, take care to note the circumstances in which your machine was damaged. For example, if your machine has been dropped or trodden on, the chances are the screen is at fault. If, on testing the laptop's keyboard and disc drive, further faults arise, the problem may be more severe.                                                                                                                                                         If moving your laptop screen backwards and forwards does nothing to change your black HP Pavilion screen, it may be that the screen cable is not sitting, properly, in its connector at the back of the screen. To check this, you'll need to have a look at the back of your laptop screen. In this free video tutorial, we guide you through the laptop screen removal process. Having removed the screen, you should see a ribbon-like cable, (the signal cable,) connected to the back of the screen, (running from the bottom to the top.) Check that this cable is being held in place firmly, both at the bottom and at the top of the screen. Once you have checked that the the signal cable is in place, secure the screen back in place and, see if the display will turn on.  If securing the signal cable doesn't fix your black HP Pavilion screen, the problem may be caused by a faulty screen. If this is, indeed, the case, you'll need to purchase an adequate replacement. Contrary to popular belief, however, laptop screen replacement requires very little technical expertise. Below, you'll find a list of resources to help guide you through the replacement process:  How to replace a laptop screen: http://www.laptop-lcd-screen.co.uk/blog/post/2011/04/13/How-To-Replace-A-Laptop-Screen-6-Min-Tutorial-Video.aspx How easy is it to replace a laptop screen?: http://www.laptop-lcd-screen.co.uk/blog/post/2012/03/08/How-Easy-Is-It-To-Replace-A-Laptop-Screen.aspx  Laptop screen installation help: http://www.laptop-lcd-screen.co.uk/blog/category/Laptop-Screen-Installation-Help.aspx  If checking the connection of the screen cable doesn't work, (and you laptop still dosen't work when attached to an external monitor, or a second, screen,) your black HP Pavilion screen may be caused by a faulty graphics controller. The graphics controller attaches to your machine's motherboard and, in most cases it is non-replaceable. If the graphic controller appears to be the reason for the fault, you may need to purchase a replacement motherboard for your machine. At the bottom of this page, you'll find a list of companies that stock replacement motherboards. Note: replacing a motherboard requires specialist skills. We do not advise that you attempt this repair yourself unless you possess the relevant knowledge and/or expertise.  *Disclaimer: As with any repair you choose to undertake, Laptop-LCD-Screen.co.uk cannot be held responsible for any damage caused to your device during the replacement/repair process. If you feel anxious or unsure about completing this repair yourself, it is best to err on the side of caution.

Why are There White Lines Running, (Vertically,) Down my Laptop Screen?

1. August 2014 tori Technical Support (0)
White, vertical lines on a laptop screen  Do you have white lines running, (vertically,) down your laptop screen? These lines are often the product of a faulty VGA cable or a defective screen. Below, you'll find information on how best to solve the problem. White lines on a laptop screen  Explanations and solutions  The problem may be caused by the VGA cable: is the problem intermittent; does it come and go? If it does, it may be caused by a faulty VGA cable. This cable helps create an image on your screen by connecting the body of the laptop to the back of the display. Often, this cable runs close to the laptop screen hinges and, so, it can be worn down by continual use of the laptop, (and, thus, continual closing and opening of the laptop lid.) How do I know if it's the VGA cable? If the vertical, white lines on your display are being caused by a faulty VGA cable you should see a significant change in the problem when you open and close your laptop screen. If you think that you have a faulty VGA cable, you'll need to source an adequate replacement. These cables can be difficult to locate, so, we've put together a helpful list of retailers to help get you going.  The VGA cable might be loose: the cable that sends the signal to your screen might have become loose or, the connector may not be working efficiently. To ascertain whether this is the problem, you'll need to access the VGA cable, (which is connected to the lower back of your laptop screen.) To do this, you'll need to remove your screen. This video will help guide you through the laptop screen removal proesss.                                                                                 The VGA cable                                                                                 If neither of the above options work, you may need to buy a replacement laptop screen. On the back of your laptop screen, there is a logic board which also helps relay images to your screen. Unfortunately, logic boards are non-replaceable so, if this is the reason for the fault, you'll need to purchase a replacement display.                                                                                      The logic board      *Disclaimer: As with any repair you choose to undertake, Laptop-LCD-Screen.co.uk cannot be held responsible for any damage caused to your device during the replacement/repair process. If you feel anxious or unsure about completing this repair yourself, it is best to err on the side of caution.

Acer Display Problems

30. July 2014 tori Technical Support (0)
I'm having problems with my Acer screen From time to time, you may find that the brightness on your Acer screen diminishes, making it difficult to see, or, that the manner in which the colours are displayed on the screen varies in strange ways. Below, you'll find solutions to these display related problems.  Solving common screen problems My screen's too bright/not as bright as it should be To adjust the brightness of your Acer screen, simultaneously hold down the Fn key and, either the left or right arrow keys, (found on the right-hand side of your keyboard.) If your Acer screen is too dark, and you’re finding it difficult to work, press the Fn key and the arrow key on the right to make the display lighter. Alternatively, if your Acer screen is too bright, hold down the Fn key and the left hand arrow key to take the edge off of the brightness. By right clicking on your Desktop, you can also adjust the resolution of your Acer screen. *Video* Adjusting your laptop brightness: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=51C6Yme57CQ  What’s wrong with the colours on my Acer screen? If the colours on your Acer screen look strange, go to the Control Panel and select Display. Down the left hand side of the Display box,  you see should the Calibrate option. After selecting, (and working your way through,) the Calibrate option, you should be able to accurately adjust the colours on your display More information on how to calibrate your display: http://smallbusiness.chron.com/calibrate-laptop-display-52343.html  Calibrate your display, (Microsoft/Windows.) http://windows.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows7/calibrate-your-display