You are correct, it could be a power surge that has caused it.
Try this..
Unplug the monitor from the wall.
Remove all the video connections at the monitor end.
Wait 10 minutes then plug the monitor back into the wall (do not connect the video leads)
Turn it on and see if it goes past the ACER logo now. If so, replace the video cables and try the computer.
If not, then one of these will apply and a tech will be required..
- The internal bios has been corrupted.
- The power supply inside the monitor may have issues preventing the video board from starting correctly. This could be as simple as a few failing capacitors.
Number 2 is the most likely cause with an Acer monitor though. Any local tech will be able to correct it fairly cheaply, but phone around for quotes..they can vary a lot.
Suddenly my Acer X171 seemed to stop working. All we got after Windows login was - No Input Signal' message. When I connected it to an older CRT monitor it works. If I change the resolution on a given user - it seems to work on the ACER - but when I switch users - it goes 'dead'.
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