You're right, as you're aware, 99% of all faults can be fixed in 5mins (umm tech on site!)fix common causes
I would say that you would know then. Even after 3 or 4 I'd say it's looks to be common!10-15 laptops with same problem
lamo said:sorry, i've forgot another otpion. there's possibility to reflash BIOS without unsoldering chip.you need the crisis disk for this laptop.
1. disconnect AC adaptor and battery(this is imortant!)
2. hit Fn+B
3. turn on laptop with crisis disk inserted(it's floppy disk ) WITH pressed Fn+B.
and tell me EXACT notebook partnumber.