My laptop is not responding to battery or AC power. The green light on the AC adapter is on, so we know power is reaching the adapter. I've had the laptop for about a year and a half. Lately it's been overheating easily and shutting down, but now I can't get it to start up again.
If anyone has information on how to troubleshoot this, thank you in advance. My warranty on the computer has expired.
I am also looking for a schematic of the Dell Inspiron 1000 laptop, if anyone could give me a link.
2006-08-27 16:17:46 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Likely, you have a problem with the connection for the A/C adapter. Since the A/C was not reaching the unit, the battery was never getting charged either. The battery is not a consideration until after you have corrected the A/C connection.
You may need to take it in for service. Before you do so, you could open the unit and visually check the connections. If the connection is solidly connected, then you will need to take it in for repair. If it is a loose connection, you could try to repair it yourself if you are confident in your equipment and skills, but soldering in a laptop is not a repair I suggest for the DIY projects.
2006-08-27 16:29:13 · answer #1 · answered by Jim T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just because the green light is active on your AC adapter, doesn't mean power is reaching your PC. The end could've shorted out and power is only reaching a certain point. Sounds like you need to call Dell Support to request a new charger. Mine went out 1 month after I bought my computer.
If your computer is overheating, this may be self-inflicted. Never ever block the fan(s) on your laptop...you may be doing this by leaving your laptop on bad surfaces like beds, sofas, in carrying cases, etc. ALWAYS make sure you have it on a flat, hard surface like a desk or table.
*edit* I already checked the recall page for you and your model is not affected.
2006-08-27 16:23:23 · answer #2 · answered by Emmy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the link for Dell support on the Inspiron computer line:
http://support.dell.com/support/topics/global.aspx/support/product_support/en/inspiron?c=us&l=en&s=gen
You can download or view service manuals, etc. and there is a troubleshooting guide as well. I fear this problem may be more involved than the average person can handle and a repair technician might be required.
2006-08-28 03:13:40 · answer #3 · answered by Angry C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know the dell batteries were recalled. That might of caused this, Some peoples computers burnt out. I would try calling dell directly they might help.
2006-08-27 16:20:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2015-09-16 05:24:16 · answer #5 · answered by yassin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋