do I need a new computer box or monitor? Screen tends to go blank. I switch the monitor off and on using the button on it and the original document is still there. - Upgoat

do I need a new computer box or monitor? Screen tends to go blank. I switch the monitor off and on using the button on it and the original document is still there.
submitted by paul_neri to Computers 1 weekJun 2, 2025 04:13:23 ago (+7/-0) (Computers)

Seems to me the issue is with the Monitor? I can find out by swapping it but you're the goddamn expert! You tell me!

Edit: turned the PC off and when I turned it on got a message about Windows not loading properly and advanced repair or restarting. Fiddled about in Settings with Windows updates and ... the PC (desktop) is going ok for the moment.

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[ - ] oyveyo 6 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 04:33:08 ago (+6/-0)*

Your monitor is low on transmission fluid. Pour half a cup into the little holes on the back.

[ + ] BMN003

[ - ] BMN003 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:01:14 ago (+0/-0)

Fresh tranny fluid is actually non-conductive. That would make a big mess but probably wouldn't damage the monitor.

[ + ] WhatColorIsYourTigerCage

[ - ] WhatColorIsYourTigerCage 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 10:44:41 ago (+0/-0)

Fresh squeezed tranny fluid? Or can I use the frozen concentrate?

[ + ] boekanier

[ - ] boekanier 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:18:44 ago (+0/-0)

Excellent idea!

[ - ] HatefulHomelessMan 1 point 1 weekJun 2, 2025 04:44:17 ago (+1/-0)

Is the cord from the computer box and monitor loose? Most of them have screws built-into the monitor cord. Otherwise, maybe update your drivers to whatever your Windows XP or Windows 98 latest compatible version is. Don't delete your system-32.

[ + ] paul_neri

[ - ] paul_neri [op] 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:23:05 ago (+0/-0)

Thanks. I checked screws etc. The rest is too complicated for me.

[ - ] BMN003 1 point 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:06:24 ago (+1/-0)

1: Reinstall video drivers.

2: If problem persists, try a known good monitor.

3: Reinstall Windows or boot to a Linux live CD.

If none of the above resolves the issue, you have a bad graphics processor. If you happen to have a discreet PCIe card (probably not) it can just be replaced. Otherwise you'll need a new CPU, which will probably mean a new motherboard depending on the age of the machine (at which point you may as well replace the whole thing, especially if you've never built a PC yourself before.)

[ + ] paul_neri

[ - ] paul_neri [op] 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:22:11 ago (+0/-0)

Thanks dude but way over my head.

[ - ] Murdock 1 point 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:38:13 ago (+1/-0)*

Blank as in white? Or blank as in no signal? (Off)?
If white, problem might be PC (either graphics card or software).
If off.. It might be simpler like cable from monitor to PC. (Maybe you moved the monitor a few too many times)
The cheap alternative is to buy a new cable and try.
If hdmi, just buy a normal cheap one. Don't fall for the.. 4k certified, golden BS..
If the screen is blank as in white.. Well.. More tech steps are needed as mentioned by bmn003 like update the drivers.. If you are not confident you can do it, just ask for help from someone you trust.
Edit: if it's blank as in OFF, it might be a gay Microsoft issue with power saving options that turns off the monitor and has problems waking up.. You can search power options in windows and disable any power saving options related to your monitor.

[ + ] paul_neri

[ - ] paul_neri [op] 1 point 1 weekJun 2, 2025 05:55:54 ago (+1/-0)

Thanks dude. "blank as in OFF". The Monitor will come on and I rush to click on a button and the screen dies or I get a page up and then it dies.

[ + ] Murdock

[ - ] Murdock 1 point 1 weekJun 2, 2025 06:11:51 ago (+1/-0)

That sounds very peculiar.
Not related to the "power savings" (unless Microsoft is retarded).
You are using the PC.. Click something.. The monitor turns off.. But only the monitor?
Very interesting.
I would test a new cable.
The current description is pointing more towards the monitor, not the PC.
Could be a cable, or even the monitor itself dying out..
Well..
Another test you can do is plug in your PC in a TV to check if this happens or not.
This way you can confirm it lhas nothing to do with the PC.
This test sucks, because I imagine you have no TV near your PC.. You might want to buy a cheap ass monitor on fb MKT place just to use as test / backup..

[ + ] paul_neri

[ - ] paul_neri [op] 1 point 1 weekJun 2, 2025 06:15:30 ago (+1/-0)

Yeah I'll fiddle about. Thanks bro.

[ - ] Kozel 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 07:32:43 ago (+0/-0)

you should get an AIO where the computer is in the back of the monitor so the next time this issue happens you won't need to troubleshoot you just buy another AIO.

[ - ] SteppingRazor 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 09:43:16 ago (+0/-0)

If you use an HDMI cable from the PC to the monitor, try a new one. Sometimes those fail.

[ - ] oyveyo 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 11:05:04 ago (+0/-0)

Make sure power saver options are off on the monitor AND the computer.

[ - ] JudyStroyer 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 14:03:10 ago (+0/-0)

It’s a kick-start, neri. Have your nigger buck give it a kick since you are so femme.

[ - ] xmasskull 0 points 1 weekJun 2, 2025 23:05:35 ago (+0/-0)

Funny,that's happened to mine as well,I just click back to previous site,continue scrolling.

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do I need a new computer box or monitor? Screen tends to go blank. I switch the monitor off and on using the button on it and the original document is still there. submitted by paul_neri to Computers 1 weekJun 2, 2025 04:13:23 ago (+7/-0) (Computers)

do I need a new computer box or monitor? Screen tends to go blank. I switch the monitor off and on using the button on it and the original document is still there.
submitted by paul_neri to Computers 1 weekJun 2, 2025 04:13:23 ago (+7/-0) (Computers)