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My laptop won't boot

Discussion in 'Mobile Computing' started by VikkiL, Jan 5, 2012.

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  1. VikkiL Newcomer, in training

    My laptop lights turn on, the fan starts and then nothing happens. The screen stays black and the hdd does not engage.
    VikkiL, Jan 5, 2012
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  2. Tmagic650 TS Ambassador Posts: 18,737   +62

    The motherboard is probably fried, but try booting the laptop with the battery removed, on AC power only
    Tmagic650, Jan 20, 2012
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