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Inspiron 157548 - booting now taking up to 20 attempts.
Hi, the problem I had from before (laptop not booting first time) is persisting and worsening. It now takes up to 20 attempts. Diagnostics are completely clear.
Thanks, Toby
ejn63
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December 28th, 2017 10:00
Basic troubleshooting:
Disconnect all external devices, and the AC adapter. Disconnect or remove the battery. Hold the power button for 30 sec.
Remove the base cover, memory modules and hard drive. Reinstall these components.
Leave the AC adapter plugged into the wall - but not the system. The LED on the adapter or DC plug should be ON. If it's not, replace it with a new one.
With a working adapter, connect the system and power up. If it'll power up reliably without but not with the battery installed, the battery is bad; replace it.
If it won't power up reliably thereafter, you likely have system board going bad.
Toby1ne
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December 28th, 2017 23:00
Thanks for the reply....If it is the motherboard, are they available for this model still?
Thanks, T.