how do i fix a laptop?

i formatted the hard drive to start fresh, when i turn it on the screen is tiny as if you have minimised it. it is a toshiba model number pt810u i think i need to re-install the drivers im not sure what they are. i bought it from america in the summer would this make any difference.

any help appreciated
ste, January 2005


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how do i replace agraphics card on advent 5311 please

kelvin, November 2008
It sounds like you need to install the correct graphics driver. Your PC will use a graphics card (even if it is an on-board card) to produce the image on your screen. If the correct driver for the hardware is not in use you may see odd results like the ones you have mentioned. Search for drivers for your PC. (You may need to search for the name of the Graphics Card in your PC first.)

Install the driver and make sure that the display settings (resolution, colours etc) are set as before.

Huw CA, January 2005
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