I have an Inspiron 1150 that is not powering up [at all] and is not even reaching POST.

 

There is no video or audio.

 

The only indication of system activity are a series of repeatable LED codes [below] upon depressing the power button:

 

- AC Adapter only
 - Power/Battery LEDs flash together ~ every (5) seconds
- Battery only
 - Power/Battery LEDs come on simultaneously [once]
 - Battery LED flashes ten times [stops]
- AC Adapter and Battery
 - Battery LED comes on for ~ (10) seconds [goes/stays out]

 

Note: The num, cap and scroll lock LEDs never illuminate.

 

I've tried removing all of the non-essential hardware [below] with the same results.

 

- RAM

- Optical drive

- Modem

- Hard drive

- Battery

 

Unfortunately this system is out of warranty... I walked through the online "troubleshooter" and reviewed associated documentation without success.

 

The AC Adapter LED is green and is sourcing the expected voltage [don't have a spare adapter].

 

At this point it seems like the laptop has a "serious" problem, but before I give up on it, I wanted to ask the forum if:

 

1) There is a listing of 1150 LED codes?

 

2) There is some type of "reset" button on the 1150?

 

3) If anyone has any additional suggestions?.

 

Thanks,

 

Robert Lindholm

University of Rochester