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out of range - can't get in to safe mode
On 9/24/2011 12:42 AM, 123Jim wrote:
Windows 7 home premium 32 bit Display adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4550 I've connected my usual CRT monitor in order to fix a few problems on this computer but I can't access safe mode as I get the message 'Out of range - H: 75.0K V: 59.9' 75.0K is flashing in red 59.9 is blue. This computer would normally be connected to a large LCD screen. It seems like the graphics adapter is refusing to run in the correct mode to run safe mode with this monitor .. It has the most up to date drivers. I've fixed most of the problems on this computer but I just want to get into safe mode to run system restore (it didn't work in normal mode) any ideas? Random musings: Have you cleared CMOS? In the BIOS, assuming that you can do anything, what is the video device setting? There can be some negotiations going on during boot and you may need to re-set it to recognize the onboard video before removing the PCI video card. In a pinch, uninstalling devices such as the video card and monitor in device manager can force the computer to reconsider its options. I say this only because your post suggests that you actually can get into 'normal mode'. I've never gotten into trouble doing this but I'm not guaranteeing that it is totally safe either. |
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out of range - can't get in to safe mode
"123Jim" wrote in message ... Windows 7 home premium 32 bit Display adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4550 I've connected my usual CRT monitor in order to fix a few problems on this computer but I can't access safe mode as I get the message 'Out of range - H: 75.0K V: 59.9' 75.0K is flashing in red 59.9 is blue. This computer would normally be connected to a large LCD screen. It seems like the graphics adapter is refusing to run in the correct mode to run safe mode with this monitor .. It has the most up to date drivers. I've fixed most of the problems on this computer but I just want to get into safe mode to run system restore (it didn't work in normal mode) any ideas? Here's my whacky suggestion... 1: Disconnect the monitor. 2: Power up the PC. 3: Wait until you're sure it's finished booting up. 4: Plug in monitor while power is on. .... this should invoke the plug 'n' play discovery of the connected monitor specs and resolve the issue. Hope this helps Andy |
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out of range - can't get in to safe mode
On 24/09/2011 05:42, 123Jim wrote:
Windows 7 home premium 32 bit Display adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4550 I've connected my usual CRT monitor in order to fix a few problems on this computer but I can't access safe mode as I get the message 'Out of range - H: 75.0K V: 59.9' 75.0K is flashing in red 59.9 is blue. This computer would normally be connected to a large LCD screen. It seems like the graphics adapter is refusing to run in the correct mode to run safe mode with this monitor .. It has the most up to date drivers. I've fixed most of the problems on this computer but I just want to get into safe mode to run system restore (it didn't work in normal mode) any ideas? Thanks to all for the suggestions .. but someone suggested I might be flogging a dead horse .. and I'll go with that and just wait till I can connect this computer to its very own monitor. Cheers! |
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out of range - can't get in to safe mode
123Jim wrote: Windows 7 home premium 32 bit Display adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4550 I've connected my usual CRT monitor in order to fix a few problems on this computer but I can't access safe mode as I get the message 'Out of range - H: 75.0K V: 59.9' 75.0K is flashing in red 59.9 is blue. Can you try uninstalling the LCD monitor in the Device Manager and manually installing the driver for a standard 1024x768 @ 60 Hz monitor? (tell Windows to show all hardware, not just the compatible stuff) Then shut down, install the CRT monitor, and turn on the computer again. BTW, don't plug the monitor into the computer after the computer is turned on because it might damage some hardware, especially the video adapter. Just leave the monitor turned off until the Windows has booted. |
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out of range - can't get in to safe mode
On 26/09/2011 05:57, larry moe 'n curly wrote:
123Jim wrote: Windows 7 home premium 32 bit Display adapter: ATI Radeon HD 4550 I've connected my usual CRT monitor in order to fix a few problems on this computer but I can't access safe mode as I get the message 'Out of range - H: 75.0K V: 59.9' 75.0K is flashing in red 59.9 is blue. Can you try uninstalling the LCD monitor in the Device Manager and manually installing the driver for a standard 1024x768 @ 60 Hz monitor? (tell Windows to show all hardware, not just the compatible stuff) Then shut down, install the CRT monitor, and turn on the computer again. BTW, don't plug the monitor into the computer after the computer is turned on because it might damage some hardware, especially the video adapter. Just leave the monitor turned off until the Windows has booted. Thanks, I'll bare this in mind for the next time .. I've returned the computer to the owner. .. till next time |
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