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how do i enable graphics card without monitor

Anonymous
2023-12-19T08:19:15+00:00

i accidentally disabled one of my graphics card on my laptop with broken screen, i use HDMI to connect it to another monitor. after disabling the card, hdmi cant receive any signal from my laptop, display is visible in laptop its just that i cant see anything on my broken screen, i cant do anything, i cant enable the card again because i literally can't see anything on screen. so is there any way of enabling the graphics card/using second graphics card for another monitor without having to take it to repair shop? P.S i got windows 11, Fn + F9 doesnt work. i need my laptop to be fixed ASAP for my work. please tell me if there is any chance of fixing it. thanks!

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-12-19T09:30:52+00:00

    If you are able to use the broken screen to somewhat see try resetting the system BIOS to defaults or if you are comfortable with the hardware of the device look for CMOS battery, remove and reinsert it (this involves open up the system so if you are not comfortable with the process go for the other steps before taking the device to a service center to get this done)

    Resetting the adapter using audio cues :

    Boot the computer normally

    Turn up your sound if possible

    Login, then wait a good while to ensure it's loaded.

    Tap Winkey+X, then tap M. That brings up device manager.

    Press Tab once, then type "disp" quickly

    Tap right arrow twice, then Alt, then A, then E.

    If you heard a chime, then you hit a device that wasn't disabled, perhaps you have two GPUs. Press Esc, then down arrow, then Alt, then A, then E to try the next one.

    Source for the steps : https://www.reddit.com/r/techsupport/comments/o...

    Disclaimer: this is a non Microsoft website. The page appears to be providing accurate and safe information. Watch out for ads on the site that may advertise products frequently classified as a PUP (potentially unwanted products). Thoroughly research any product advertised on the site before you decide to download and install it

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-12-19T16:29:01+00:00

    Any updates Nika? Were you able to enable the card again?

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  1. Anonymous
    2023-12-19T08:51:53+00:00

    Hello Nika,

    I am Jaspreet Singh.

    Have you tried the ctrl + shift + windows key + B keys combination? This resets the grahic adapters. Ensure the screen is plugged in via hdmi while doing so.

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  2. Anonymous
    2023-12-19T09:51:05+00:00

    on the step 6, do i have to hold alt and then tap A and E or first tap Alt, Then A and Then E?

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  3. Anonymous
    2023-12-19T09:25:32+00:00

    i tried that as well, it beeps but still no signal.

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