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Input signal out of range

When i try to boot up my computer all goes well until the first loading screen. after that any color on the screen has green bars branching from it that cover the screen. when i get to windows i usually only have about 30 seconds before the screen goes black and says "input signal out of range"

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  • wavid_rzm Feb 28, 2009

    i am using windows vista, and i have a GeForce 8600 GT video card

  • wavid_rzm Feb 28, 2009

    sorry XFX GeForce 8600 GT video card.

  • wavid_rzm Feb 28, 2009

    yes it did thanks

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    Also what operating system?

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    What type of video card are you using?

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You could try going into safe mode and make sure the correct drivers are installed and if they are then you can then set the correct resolution.

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