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    HP Compaq 6710b screen brightness

    Discussion in 'HP' started by dshore, Nov 30, 2007.

  1. dshore

    dshore Newbie

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    Just got this new laptop and every time that I start up the screen is on the dark side and I have to manually make it brighter (function + F10 ). Is there a way to set the brightness to a higher level as a default ?

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    dshore, Nov 30, 2007
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  2. David

    David NBR Random Reviewer NBR Reviewer

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    Are you starting your computer on battery or have the power plugged in? Usually, if you start on battery, your notebook will automatically dim the screen.
    If your power is plugged in, simply go to your Power Options properties and select max battery.
     
    David, Nov 30, 2007
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    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    If you have Vista it will default to to monitor settings in the control panel->Power options. You will have to change the default screen brightness in there rather than just using the keyboard shortcut.
     
    miner, Dec 1, 2007
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    Thanks for the help.
     
    dshore, Dec 1, 2007
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