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To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: September 10, 2008 7:43 AM
Subject: Re: [PCBUILD] Fw: Display problem
>
> Alfreda,
> To start with, it's a good idea to list the type of computer you have
> and
> the operating system (Windows 98, Me, xp,etc.) as well as if it has a
> video
> card or onboard video.
You are so right. I apologize!!
I have an Acer desktop model which has Windows WP running on it. I'm not
the least bit techie so don't know if it has a video card or onboard
video.
The more info on your system, the more likely to get
> help solving your problem. That being said...
>
> I have had a similar issue twice in the past. First time was a nasty
> virus
> that was rather complicated to remove. The second time, my video drivers
> got
> corrupted.
>
> In the first instance, I ran a virus scan which showed there was an
> infection. I did an internet search of the virus name and found
> instructions to
> remove it which included disabling system restore (this deletes all
> previous
> restore points), starting in safe mode then running a variety of virus
> and
> malware removal tools.
>
> The second time was as simple as going to the computer manufacturers
> website and downloading the drivers needed. I hope this is your solution
> but, as I
> said, with more info on your system, the more tech-savy members of the
> list
> will probably find your solution.
I will try this.
Thanks so much for answering.
Alfreda
> Good luck
> -Phil-
>
> In a message dated 9/9/2008 12:40:26 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
> [log in to unmask] writes:
>
> Hi:
>>
>> When I first turn on my computer, the color is alright. After a few
>> seconds the screen goes black and when it comes back on the color is
>> out
>> of whack. I then have to go to the control panel, then display and
>> change the color from 8 bits to 32 bits.
>> Does anyone know how I can get the color to stay at the 32 bits?
>>
>> Thanks in advance.
>>
>> Alfreda
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