[NTLUG:Discuss] Weird monitor problem

[david]

I have an unusual problem that is driving me crazy.
I have an NEC crt monitor that worked perfectly for
years. Now it serves as a spare for testing and fixing.
Lately when I hook up a box to it, it doesn't work.
If I unplug it, plug it in and reboot the machine (holding my mouth just 
right)
it will work. My main PC has a new 19" widescreen monitor that has worked
perfectly since day one. Yesterday I tore my box open and replaced the CPU
heatsink/fan. Hooked everything up, booted and no video. I have not 
tried hooking
up the old crt to the box yet.
What I'd like to know is if it's possible that this is some sort of 
power/electric problem.
And just to add to this mystery, if I plug my server in it will not 
power on right away, but
if I come back later and hit the power button it starts up. The server 
has no monitor, mouse,
keyboard. The server, PC, and NEC monitor are all on separate outlets in 
the same room.
Sorry for the long winded rant, any advice/suggestions are much appreciated.