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    HELP: Vostro cannot return from XP Standby mode

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by xyzcb1, Aug 10, 2007.

  1. xyzcb1

    xyzcb1 Newbie

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    I have XP install on Vostro 1400. Not once it can return from standby mode. I hit number/cap locks, it light respond. However, what I push the space bar or power button, the screen is blank.

    Any one has the same problem?

    Thanks
     
    xyzcb1, Aug 10, 2007
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  2. x_xeon_x

    x_xeon_x Notebook Geek

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    I dont know for sure, but is there like a Pause/Break/Sleep key? Also read the manual and see if theres a possible Function Key combo or something.
     
    x_xeon_x, Aug 10, 2007
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    dellbert65 Notebook Enthusiast

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    These types of issues are frequently USB related with XP. XP has several selective suspend and resume issues with USB. I would ensure you have run the latest updates from MS update site. There is a USB rollup QFE that just recently released. Also, reset the BIOS settings to default if you have done any changes there.
     
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  4. xyzcb1

    xyzcb1 Newbie

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    I updated all patches for XP, reset the BIOS and it still doesn't work. After it went to standby mode (either close the lid or click shutdown to standby), the screen stay blank.

    The computer IS responding, however it's only blank screen. I pop a cd/dvd into the drive, and it's loading.

    Could it be the video driver?
     
    xyzcb1, Aug 11, 2007
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  5. cvx5832

    cvx5832 Notebook Evangelist

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    Worth a try -

    Fn + CRT/LCD (F8) or
    press the power button

    We have Dells deployed at work, and this is the solution to 99% of our "my screen went blank!" woes.

    Good luck,
    P
     
    cvx5832, Aug 11, 2007
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