An eight year old monitor that is still functioning, especially a PB, is
somewhat of an anomaly.  Eight years in computer time is a very long time.

You do not say what model your Packard Bell computer is, but I would hazard
a guess as it probably being a Legend of some type.

The built in 2 meg video card is barely adequate and the problems with the
monitor suggest that you should replace both.  depending on your processor,
this may not be a cost effective action

The monitor could easily be on its last legs.
In 2000 ,PB went out of business (purchased by NEC) and its support is now
handled by Priority ONE.

If you want to look for father PB info try here:

You can sign up for the free support or pay for other support.
http://www.priorityonesupport.com

Hope this helps

Pat Langston

Anything under 800X600 resolution and
----- Original Message -----
From: "JOHN G. CAKARS" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Tuesday, March 12, 2002 10:55 AM
Subject: [PCBUILD] Monitor won't stay still


> Packard Bell monitor PB8515SV, Cirrus Logic 5430 video chipset
> w/2MB RAM built into the motherboard, use Resolution 640 x 480
> (24 bit)
>
> This monitor has been in active use since the middle of
> October 1994. Basically, the only problem I've had is that
> resolutions greater than 640 x 480 cause pin cushioning and
> don't fill the screen.
>
> Last night and this morning, the image has been jumping back
> and forth. It gets bigger, then it shrinks. It's making me
> batty.
>
> ?? Is this monitor on it's last legs? Or is this easy to fix?
>
> I appreciate any wisdom from the list.
>
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