Why Doesn't the Light Come on My Blackberry Storm When I Get a Text?

FoodHomeStyleMoneyFamilyHealthShiftMore This SeasonSimplify the SeasonTailgatingTech Know HomeElectronicsBlackberryBlackberry StormWhy Doesn't the Light Come on My Blackberry Storm When I Get a Text?Why Doesn't the Light Come on My Blackberry Storm When I Get a Text?Print this articleYour BlackBerry Storm gives you a pretty wide set of options when it comes to how the device notifies you of incoming calls, email and texts. If the LED isn't blinking when you get a text message, and the LED is still working, it's probably because you have the device set up to not give a visual indicator for incoming messages.

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Your BlackBerry Storm's sound profiles determine how the device reacts in all sorts of situations. Each sound profile contains a list of possible events, like incoming phone calls, incoming texts, and even incoming instant messages, and then assigns specific ring tones, vibrate rules and LED notification to those events. The Storm comes with a handful of default profiles like "Normal," "Loud," "Vibrate Only" and "All Alerts Off," but you can adjust the settings of each of these profiles to your liking, or can create your own profile.

Editing a Profile

To access your profiles, so you can check how they handle your LED notification, select the speaker icon on the Storm's main screen, which will open the "Select a Sound Profile" menu. Scroll to the bottom of the menu and choose "Edit Profiles," then select your desired profile from the list. Choose the "Messages" option and then "SMS." Finally, select the option next to "LED" and change it to "On." Press the "Menu" button and choose "Save" to save your changes.

Contact Alerts

Even if your current sound profile has the LED set to go off when you get a text message, if you have a contact alert set up for the person sending you the test, the light may still not go off. Contact alerts are simply a special sound profile for a single contact, which will override that device's overall sound profile (except for the "All Alerts Off" profile). To check your contact alerts, choose "Set Contact Alerts" from the bottom of the "Select a Sound Profile" menu, then choose the contact and adjust the settings as needed.

Additional Concerns

If the LED indicator still does not work after you have turned the indicator on within the sound profile, there may be a deeper issue either with the device's software or with the actual LED. Plug your BlackBerry Storm into its charger and observe the LED. If it doesn't flash, there may be a hardware issue with the LED and your BlackBerry will need to be replaced. If the LED works when you plug the device into the charger, but still will never flash when you get a text, your next option is to wipe the device and return it to its factory default settings. You can wipe the device from the "Security" area of the "Options" menu, but be aware that this will erase all of your information. If the security wipe doesn't fix the issue, then your only remaining recourse is to replace the device.

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My BlackBerry Torch Menu Has No Back Light

The keyboard on the BlackBerry Torch is reached by sliding the screen up.

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The BlackBerry Torch is one in the series of BlackBerry devices. If your Torch does not have a backlight, the most likely reason is the way you have set the screen display settings. Settings are easily changed to allow for more backlighting. Bear in mind that the backlight does consume battery life.

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The backlight on a BlackBerry helps you see the contents of the screen, including the main menu. The feature is especially helpful in environments with poor lighting or, conversely, when too much natural light reflects off the screen. Lengthy backlighting drains the battery on your device. As a result, BlackBerry lets users adjust the backlight settings to extend battery life.

Automatic Dim

If your BlackBerry backlight is set to dim automatically, the backlight will turn itself off when the device detects enough light to view the screen. To check the automatic dim settings, go the "Options" or "All" icon on your BlackBerry home screen, depending on your service provider. If you have an "All" icon, select "Setup." Choose "Display" and then "Screen Display," and uncheck the box next to "Automatically Dim Backlight" if you don't want the backlight to disappear based on lighting conditions.

Timeout

The backlight timeout function turns off the backlight after a specific period of inactivity. The amount of time that passes before your backlight goes out can be adjusted by going to the "Options" or "All" menu and choosing "Display" and then "Screen Display." Use the drop-down menu next to "Backlight Timeout" to set how much time passes before the backlight disappears. You can set timeout to as few as ten seconds, or up to two minutes.

Defective Parts

If you adjust the backlight settings to stop automatic dim and extend the timeout period, and still don't see a backlight, you may have a defective BlackBerry. Consult with your wireless carrier to have your device repaired or exchange it for a new one.

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Playstation 3 Won't Turn on and There Is a Flashing Red Light

FoodHomeStyleMoneyFamilyHealthShiftMore This SeasonSimplify the SeasonFriendsgivingTailgating HomeElectronicsPersonal ElectronicsPlaystation 3Playstation 3 Won't Turn on and There Is a Flashing Red LightPlaystation 3 Won't Turn on and There Is a Flashing Red LightPrint this articleThe PlayStation 3 (PS3) uses a series of lights to diagnose any problems it's having. A flashing red light indicates an overheating problem, which is most common with -- but not limited to -- the older 40GB and 60GB models manufactured before 2008. If the PS3 is not turning on, it may be a sign of overheating or a hardware failure.

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It is not uncommon for PS3 hard drives to malfunction. Because integral software related to the PS3's operating system is stored on the hard drive, the PS3 will not turn on if the hard drive is damaged. If you've taken the hard drive out, re-insert the drive fully and correctly as instructed by the PS3's documentation.

Overheating

Overheating is most commonly encountered on older PS3 models. Due to hardware design in older models, using the PS3 for a long period of time could result in overheating which will cause the PS3 to shut off automatically. After cooling off, the PS3 will turn on again and work normally until the process repeats itself. Sony will repair your PS3 if it is overheating and still within warranty.

Ventilation

The PS3 relies on internal fans and open vents for cooling. Use a toothpick or can of compressed air to clean the vents on the front and back of the PS3. If the PS3 is in an area that attracts a lot of dust, do this regularly to keep the vents unclogged.

Prevention

In addition to frequently cleaning the vents, place the PS3 away from carpet or other areas that attract dust, ideally in a cool area that receives a constant airflow. Limiting PS3 playtime to an hour or two at a time will also prevent overheating. Although hardware malfunctions are usually out of your control, try not to turn the PS3 off during firmware and software updates.

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