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08-03-2023 08:58 PM
Hi @GodShanty,
Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
Horizontal lines at the bottom of the screen on your OMEN By HP 16.1 Inch Gaming Laptop could be indicative of a few different issues. Here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the problem.
- Restart Your Laptop: Sometimes, a simple restart can fix minor display glitches. Make sure to save any open work before restarting.
- Check Graphics Drivers: Outdated or corrupt graphics drivers can cause display issues. Update your graphics drivers to the latest version provided by HP's official website or through Windows Update.
- Safe Mode: Boot your laptop into Safe Mode. If the lines disappear in Safe Mode, it's likely a software-related issue. Restart your laptop in normal mode afterward and consider uninstalling any recently installed software that might be causing the problem.
- External Monitor: Connect your laptop to an external monitor. If the lines don't appear on the external monitor, the issue might be with your laptop's display.
- Hardware Issue: If the lines persist on both your laptop screen and an external monitor, it could be a hardware problem. It might involve the laptop's graphics card, display cable, or the display itself.
- Update BIOS: Check if there's a BIOS update available for your laptop on HP's website. Sometimes, a BIOS update can help resolve hardware-related issues.
- Run Diagnostics: Many laptops come with built-in diagnostic tools that can help identify hardware issues. Check if your laptop has any diagnostic options available during boot-up or through the BIOS settings.
- Physical Damage: If your laptop has been dropped or subjected to physical stress, it could have caused damage to the internal components. In such cases, professional repair might be necessary.
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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Alden4
HP Support
HP Support Community Moderator
08-05-2023 06:33 PM
Hi @GodShanty,
Thank you for your response,
Is there anything else that I can help you with today?
Take care and have a great day ahead!
Alden4
HP Support
HP Support Community Moderator