I dont know what the problem is, but if i were you, I would just wipe the hard drive completely and install windows to a fresh hd. Since you just got it, you shouldnt be too concerned about losing whatever content is on it.

You could also check the power supply: see if the computer even turns on without the battery in it.

Thanks. I already wiped the harddrive and formatted it. I don't care for any information that's on the computer, so that's not an issue. But I think I figured out it's the powersupply that's the problem. When I charge the battery, the battery light doesn't light on the computer. When I jiggle the cord, the red light come on, but it won't stay on for more than 5 minutes. The computer WILL start without the adapter plugged in, but it will shut down after 15 minutes.

I don't even know what the light it supposed to look like (red, green, flashing?) when the battery is charging or when it's fully charged. I wouldn't mind taking the computer to get repaired. Does anyone know how much it would be if it's just a powersupply issue (i.e. broken jack)? I live in NYC.

Thanks!

I had a similar problem. I got so mad that i ripped the cord right out of the power supply. Happy ending though, I soddered the 2 wires back together and the power supply worked flawlessly. You can buy a new power supply, bu i think they're like $60 or $70. If you are just gonna get a new poer supply, try what i did first (hey, it's broken anyway!)