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Inspiron 8600 won't turn on!
A couple of days ago I had to press the power button on my Inspiron 8600 a couple of times before it powered up and turned on. A day later when I went to turn it on, it took about 5 tries, and then powered up. Now it seems completely dead. I've pressed the power button dozens on times but nothing happens (no lights, no sounds, nothing).
Any ideas on what might be going on and what I can try to turn it back on would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
ejn63
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May 23rd, 2008 12:00
Reseat the memory module(s), and verify that the LED on the AC adapter is ON before you plug in the notebook end. If it is not, replace the adapter.
Remove the battery - will it power up without it? If so, replace the battery.
If still nothing without battery and with a good power supply, your mainboard is faulty.
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May 23rd, 2008 21:00
Thanks ejn for the reply. I tried what you said but still no luck. Is there a chance that the connection between the button is loose or is there anything else to try?
If the motherboard is shot, I'm assuming it would be worth getting a new laptop instead of replacing the motherboard. Would you agree?
ejn63
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May 23rd, 2008 22:00
There isn't much else to try.
Depending on whether you can change the board yourself, and whether you're looking to upgrade anyway, the boards aren't outrageously expensive - it may make sense to repair rather than replace if the unit otherwise serves your purposes.
http://www.parts-people.com/index.php?action=item&id=1145&prevaction=category&previd=141&prevstart=24
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May 24th, 2008 22:00
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May 26th, 2008 19:00
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May 28th, 2008 02:00
I popped the plastic panel off with the volume and power buttons tonight. When I removed it I saw a plastic connector to the back right. It seemed a little loose so I pushed it all the way down. With the panel still off, I hit the power button and the laptop turned. I popped the panel back in and turned it on and off a few times with no problems. Looks like the power connector was simply a little loose.