I've run into a major issue with my Acer Nitro V16 laptop. I disabled the integrated GPU in the BIOS settings, not realizing that since it lacks a Mux Switch, this would result in a black screen. Now, my laptop boots up, but the display is completely blank. I've already tried resetting the CMOS, but it didn't help. I also spammed F2, F9, and F10 during boot in case that would reset everything to default, but no luck there either. I even attempted to use the Acer BIOS utility to flash the BIOS, putting the necessary file on a USB, but the power LED just keeps blinking regardless of which USB port I try. I'm out of ideas and really need to fix this since it's my work laptop and I have deadlines coming up. Any advice?
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It sounds like disabling the integrated graphics should typically be reversible with a BIOS reset, but since that didn't work, let's try to pinpoint the issue. When you removed the CMOS battery, what exactly did you do? Make sure to unplug the laptop and hold down the power button for a few minutes after disconnecting the battery to fully drain any residual power. If you're doing this already, you might want to leave the battery out a bit longer this time, maybe 15 minutes. It could help!
I unplugged everything and removed the CMOS battery, holding the power button down. I’ll try it again and leave it disconnected for 15 minutes this time. Fingers crossed!