A laptop starts normally, but the screen does not display the Windows startup screen. Sometimes a faint image seems to be evident. What is the most suspect component?
A) Backlight lamp
B) Inverter
C) Lid sensor
D) Motherboard (built-in video adapter)

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A faint image being visible indicates that the backlight lamp is functioning, but the lack of a visible startup screen suggests that the inverter is not properly converting power to the backlight. The lid sensor and motherboard are less likely culprits in this scenario.

A Laptop Starts Normally, but the Screen Does Not Display