Common+Issues


 * ISSUE #1: MY COMPUTER WON'T DISPLAY THROUGH MY PROJECTOR**

Solution: If you are using a **__ laptop computer __**, there are three display modes while hooked up to a projector. To cycle through these modes, hold the blue FN (function) key down and press F8. There is a few second delay as the computer adjusts. When using an interactive whiteboard, the preferred display mode is when nothing is showing on the laptop computer screen and the image is displaying through the projector.

If you are using a __** desktop computer **__, make sure the projector is on and the video cables are securely attached the computer and the wall plate. Also, check that your computer display properties are set correctly. To do this, right click on your desktop and choose "ATI Catalyst Control Center". After the wizard opens, navigate through choosing "Analog Monitor" in the second column and "Clone" as the display preference.


 * ISSUE #2: THE PRINTER ISN'T WORKING**

Solution: Restart your computer and power the printer off and on again**.**

Solution: The first thing to ask yourself is are you in the correct group that has access to the workroom printer? Only certain computers have access to that printer. If you know you are supposed to have access to that printer and it's still not working, here's what you can try:
 * ISSUE #3: WORKROOM PRINTER ISN'T PRINTING FROM ANY COMPUTER IN THE ENTIRE SCHOOL**


 * Turn the printer off and on again
 * Check that the network cables are securely plugged in on both ends
 * If there is a paper jam, try to clear the jam, turn the printer off and back on again
 * If on the printer display it says, "processing job", try cancelling the job