How To Fix Toshiba Laptop Black Screen Error - Computer Starts But Screen Black Fix

If your laptop computer turns on but the screen stays black or dim without showing anything, use this video to troubleshoot. Starting with your RAM, I will take you through the possible causes all the way to the Motherboard. After this video, you'll know if the issue is your RAM, CMOS Battery, LCD Cable, LCD, or the Motherboard itself. Check out the FAQ's and Related Video Links below !!

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FAQ's:
Q: None of the test here found the issue and it wont display to an external monitor either.
A: If none of the tests here identified the issue and the computer wont even display to an external monitor, then your most likely looking at a motherboard issue. It would then need to be replaced. If you would like help with that operation, let me know :)

Q: The test here don't work but I was able to get it to display to an external display. What now?
A: If the steps seen here do not help but you can get the computer to display to an external monitor, then you have identified the issue as either your LCD Cable or the LCD itself most likely. Try reseating the LCD Cable. See if refreshing the connections help. If not, replace the Cable and the LCD one at a time.

[PC_Monkey]

I'm trying to move the easier hardware stuff there so that I can focus on the more in depth troubleshooting and diagnostic videos here :)

[JimmyJaxJellyStax]

Been repairing laptops for awhile and this is one of the best, straight to the point, instructional channels I've ever seen.

[jason]

Unbelievable how easy you made this. I am completely ignorant at this and bought an SSD thinking the HD was no good. Thanks again for sharing!!

[elizabethbezinque]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I thought I had a brick and now I have a laptop again. I appreciate you sharing your expertise in such a simple to follow way.

[marcusmues]

I had almost given up on my old laptop, but re-seating the RAM worked like a charm! Also got a CMOS battery error on startup, and because of this video, I know what that is! So thanks very much!

[jamesw]

Wow... thank you very much! I haven’t used this laptop in over 2 years as I thought it was completely dead! You fixed it in 5 mins! Much appreciated! You’ve just earned a sub! ❤️

[CAceDubz]

you, my friend are a legend. You did something a 1 hour session with microsoft support couldn't.

[Rilpe]

This is very helpful! Reseating the RAM solved my problem. Thank you! (Getting the cover off the bottom was a struggle though. Even after the screw was loosened, the cover was sticking in place. Finally managed to pry it off using more force than I expected would be needed.) This laptop is 10 years old but still working well with Windows 10---now that your video showed me how to fix it, it has a chance to last some more years.

[ummesomeya]

No matter how old your video is... but helpers are still watching it. Today i got my black error on Toshiba laptop and i didn't sure what is going on. But as i watch your video... it's helps alot in finding error.. There was one Ram that was causing the problem. But thanks to you. You save my money.... i just have to replace the ram and nothing else

[crispinmathew]

Thank you so much for your video! Replaced my BIOS battery and the screen came to life !

[DATZBIGGREGG]

Thank you very much. I appreciate the help while trying to fix my computer. One of my ram turned out to be bad. Thank you!!!

[Lexaeus]

Thank you it was a RAM stick! I had brought my laptop to a tech a couple years ago and he tried to tell me my motherboard was no good and rip me off. I haven't been in this laptop in almost 3 years! Thank you.

[EarlBoston]

PC Monkey- Your instructions and explanations of specific issues are on point. Removed and replaced the ram on my Toshiba S55-C5274 and the monitor once again illuminates. Thanks a million!

[agnbfdgdf]

Very informative and easy to follow, much thanks brother!!

[AkoLucia-dpfv]

Thank you very much, I now feel relief as I can do my assignment. this happened with the help of your video. I was thinking of buying a new screen.
I just removed my RAM and after some time put it back and WOOOOW, It came on and displayed. Thank you very much. you just saved a student who loves studying a lot. I'm so much Grateful.

[Digitalmedialess]

This video should never ever be removed from YouTube.
It's 2023, and my Toshiba laptop screen stopped working.
I have no more support on my old Qosmio laptop, but it's still a beast with 2TB hard drives in it.
So I followed these steps by removing the ram and lord and behold it worked.
I give the YouTube video the YouTube video award of the year 😂😂😂.
Thanks for uploading this.I'm sure you could never imagine it still helping people years later.
Awesome video.

[gostrongwill]

Thanks! Fixed my issue. Had one bad ram stick! Now I can use my computer I couldn't access for months.

[franzblackmusic]

Great stuff. spot on the information. Was a bad ram stick. Thank you

[davidfares]

Hi: Thanks for your video! So I have gone through the steps of removing the coin battery, removing each of the Ram modules. Did some 60 second reboots. Still black. I have ordered the coin battery to try replacing it. I have also ordered a laptop battery. There is where my questions lies. If when I plug it in with laptop battery removed, the blue power on light shows (not talking about hte amber battery light), but screen still stays black. Also, I don't hear the fan starting at all. So, first question, should I take the new laptop battery out of its packaging and try it? Or should I return it as that is not the issue? Second, should I order a new screen and replace it? Third question, how do I know if it is the motherboard? Thanks for aany help you can render.

[CpraiseTech]

Thanks fixed my issue... I removed one of the ram and my system turned on