Check the resolution in the T1440. If greater than 1280 X 1024 and/or the refresh rate exceeds 75 Hz, the monitor may not respond. But you should at least see the e-machines splash when the computer is turned on. If that does not appear, maybe another monitor will not work either, indicating another problem.

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