Display goes blank and computer locks up
I have the P205D-S7802. When we close the lid, a password is required when it's opened. It usually comes right awake for us, but after it's been awake for awhile, the screen will go blank and the computer will lock up. We have to power it down the hard way and power it back on. It's usually okay until the lid gets closed and opened the next time...
I've also tried to set a screen saver several times, but it never seems to take effect.
Help.
Please.
Solved!
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Satellite P205D-S7802
Maybe a BIOS upgrade is needed?
Satellite A210 and P200D, Satellite Pro A210: Computer locks up, display goes blank
The BIOS is here.
ACPI Flash BIOS version 1.40 for Satellite P200D/P205D (PSPBLU, PSPBQU)
Good luck!
-Jerry
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