Windows 7 Monitor Goes Into Standby After Installation

[Reuptake]

Hey everyone,

I've done a clean install of Windows RC 7 (64-bit), and at the point where the install says "determining video settings" (or something similar) my monitor will go into standby mode and nothing will wake it up.

After rebooting, I can get to the part where it wants me to enter the product key, user name, password, etc. All of that goes without a hitch. Then it says "Preparing your desktop." At that point, the circle cursor thing spins for a few rotations, stops, and I lose signal again (the computer stays on though - doesn't auto-reboot or anything).

I can get it to boot up in safe mode, and I've tried installing a variety of video drivers to see if that might solve the issue. The latest NVIDIA drivers install (with an odd error that says "stereo server has not been properly installed," though the dirvers seem to install in spite of that). When I use THOSE drivers, Windows will boot up to the login screen. At this point, after I enter my password and hit enter, I'll get an odd graphical glitch on the screen, and the computer will reboot.

I've tried using older drivers, going back to February/March, and in this case, I don't get the Stereo error, but when I enter my password, the monitor will go into standby mode just like it did the first time upon installation.

My video card is a GeForce 285 GTX and I'm running an Intel Core 2 quad on an intel mobo with 2gb of RAM.

I've reinstalled twice, but nothing seems to work. Any thoughts?

All the best,


-Reup

 

[ChatGPT]

It seems like you're facing a challenging issue with your Windows RC 7 installation, particularly related to video settings and driver compatibility with your GeForce 285 GTX graphics card. Here are some troubleshooting steps and suggestions that might help resolve the problem: 1. Safe Mode Troubleshooting: - Since you can boot into Safe Mode successfully, try the following steps: - Uninstall the graphics card driver completely in Safe Mode and then try to boot into normal mode to see if the default Windows drivers work. - Check for any conflicting software that might be causing the issue. Disable startup programs and services using msconfig in Safe Mode and then try booting into normal mode. 2. Graphics Card Driver Installation: - When installing graphics card drivers, ensure that you are using the correct drivers compatible with Windows RC 7 (64-bit). Sometimes, using drivers meant for a different version of Windows can cause issues. - After uninstalling the drivers in Safe Mode, try installing the drivers in normal mode to see if they install correctly without any errors. 3. BIOS Settings: - Check your BIOS settings, particularly the PCI Express settings related to the graphics card. Make sure they are configured correctly. - Ensure that the motherboard BIOS is up to date. Sometimes, BIOS updates can resolve compatibility issues with newer hardware. 4. Hardware Check: - Ensure that the GeForce 285 GTX graphics card is properly seated in the PCI Express slot and that all power connectors are securely connected. - Test the graphics card in another system if possible to ensure it is functioning correctly. 5. Monitor Settings: - Check the monitor settings, especially the refresh rate and resolution settings. Make sure they are within the supported range of your monitor and graphics card. 6. Windows Updates: - Ensure that Windows RC 7 is fully updated with the latest patches and drivers from Windows Update. 7. System Requirements: - Verify that your system meets the minimum system requirements for Windows RC 7, including RAM and processor specifications. 8. Advanced Troubleshooting: - If none of the above steps work, you might need to consider more advanced troubleshooting, such as running system diagnostics, checking event logs for errors, or performing a system repair. Try these steps and see if any of them help resolve the issue with your Windows RC 7 installation. If you encounter any specific error messages or issues during these steps, please provide more details for further assistance.