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    Dell Inspiron 6400 Screen Blinks

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by matrixneo, Jun 5, 2007.

  1. matrixneo

    matrixneo Newbie

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    When i log into my account,the screen blinks 'once' after 3 to 4 seconds of logging in.The same thing happens when i switch user and again log in to my account.Any reason why the screen is blinking.
     
    matrixneo, Jun 5, 2007
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  2. KSMB

    KSMB Notebook Deity

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    sounds like a (software) bug. try to reinstall the the gpu-driver, if that dosent works, reinstall your OS (xp/vista).

    edit, you can also use "driver cleaner", before you install the "new" gpu-driver, (takes away a lot of bugs). but the best way to get rid of bugs, is of course to reinstall the OS.
    http://www.drivercleaner.net/
     
    KSMB, Jun 5, 2007
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  3. Sykotic

    Sykotic Notebook Evangelist

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    mine does the same thing, its just 1 or 2 quick blinks, I figure its duing this time that its logging onto my network and it never bothers me.
     
    Sykotic, Jun 5, 2007
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  4. Dell_CA

    Dell_CA Company Representative

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    Hello,

    My name is Mike, I’m a Technical Analyst located at Dell corporate headquarters in Round Rock, TX. I’m part of an internet outreach team developed to interact with the online community regarding technical questions and issues that customers face with Dell products. I read your question and wanted to chime in.

    The screen briefly blinking like this is normal, or I should say it’s nothing to worry about. What you’re seeing is the final driver initialization. This happens on desktops from time to time as well. Some TSR applications may also cause it to do this, but again, nothing to worry about. I have a notebook that does the same thing, (just logged on right now to make sure I wasn’t just hallucinating), but yes it’s normal. Now, if the screen starts blinking like a night at bad 70's disco club then yes, you may have a problem with a loose connection or a faulty driver at which time some troubleshooting (or your favorite rendition of “The Hustle”) would probably be necessary, your choice. I hope this helps.

    Thank you,

    Mike
    Dell customer advocate
     
    Dell_CA, Jun 13, 2007
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  5. tugak

    tugak Notebook Guru

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    I noticed the same thing happening with the 640M that I bought for my mom. I'm relieved to know that the quick blink immediately after logging in is normal.
     
    tugak, Jun 13, 2007
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  6. foosa123

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    jee, thanks a bunch mike ;) lol

    anyways yeah i have the same thing and it doesnt bother me, i just see it and continue along
     
    foosa123, Jun 13, 2007
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