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      08-29-2013, 09:27 PM   #1
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Computer monitor wont turn on, going to throw it away unless...

I've got a 17 LG LCD monitor. It's served me well for 5 years and is now 8 years old (2005 build date).

I recently tried to use it again after a few months of no use and it won't work.

When I connect the power cord, the screen will flash grey for a second and then go blank again.

This happens every time I initially try to connect the power cord.

I'm ready to write this thing off and throw it away as I assume the cost to fix it will be $20-$40.00 in parts (best case scenario) and for that price, I can get a larger and newer monitor off craiglist OR a brand new monitor for just a bit more.

What say you all? Is there a possible DIY/easy fix or reset? Or do I have the right idea to throw this off the roof of a 6 story parking structure and videotape the impact for a stupid (but possibly entertaining) VINE video.
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      08-29-2013, 09:42 PM   #2
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It is time to let go,

Everything must have an end

Your monitor must go to monitor heaven, where it will always be plugged in and shall never encounter a faulty video card that can shift blame for its own demise.

If you love it, set it free.

Goodbye, 2005 monitor. You shall be missed.
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Throw that piece of junk away and upgrade yourself to a 27" 2560x1440 120Hz PLS panel.

Your brain will fucking explode at the number of pixels and eye-melting colors...all for the low low price of $280.
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Love these suggestions. Fortunately (or unfortunately) I seem to have fixed the problem.

All I did was disassemble the monitor, shake the shit inside it around, and re-assemble it. Now it turns on again.


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Galant desk ftw. I wish I had the extensions.

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It's great that your ancient monitor lives on,

However, being in a BMW forum, you have the wrong background, perhaps this was the problem all along.
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Galant desk ftw. I wish I had the extensions.
Dude, stick setup. Your usable space is much bigger. I may have to make some changes to my workspace. I wish IKEA had the black color wen I bought my desk.




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It's great that your ancient monitor lives on,

However, being in a BMW forum, you have the wrong background, perhaps this was the problem all along.
I used to have an SL600 with upgrades. Got rid of it only because it was out of warranty and I needed a back seat. Not gonna lie, the 335i is a great car, but the twin turbo V12 is an entirely different world. Especially with software.
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I used to have an SL600 with upgrades. Got rid of it only because it was out of warranty and I needed a back seat. Not gonna lie, the 335i is a great car, but the twin turbo V12 is an entirely different world. Especially with software.
Dude... Ok. It has to be somewhat difficult to go from a modded SL600 to a 335i. Props for keeping your sanity

This coming from a guy who loves BMW as much as the next guy, but I have respect for those vehicles where respect is due. The SL600, any year, deserves that respect.
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Dude... Ok. It has to be somewhat difficult to go from a modded SL600 to a 335i. Props for keeping your sanity

This coming from a guy who loves BMW as much as the next guy, but I have respect for those vehicles where respect is due. The SL600, any year, deserves that respect.


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