I have been given a laptop, which does absolutely nothing at all - no lights on it, no fans, nothing.
The delta power adaptor has a green light on it.
As soon as it is connected to the laptop, it goes pale and starts blinking.
The power supply gives a steady 19.4V as per spec.
The laptop is an old packard bell of unknown origin, but it's running windows XP (from the sticker underneath) so it can't be too old.
Anyone have any ideas? I'm thinking a motherboard short?
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
Recommended Answers
Jump to PostTake out the battery and disconnect the power supply. Let the laptop sit for a couple of minutes. Attach just the power supply and try to start the system. If this doesn't work, disconnect the power supply, let the system sit for a couple more minutes, insert the battery, and …
Jump to PostSparking is bad. Sparking means that the component is malfunctioning. What sparked? Whatever it is, stop using it and get it replaced immediately or you may damage other components.
Jump to PostDid you try what I originally suggested? Did it have any effect?
The power connector is typically located on the motherboard PCB. Do you think that the plug is the problem and not some other hardware failure?
Jump to PostAre you sure the power adapter polarity is correct for the laptop. Just because the voltage is correct doesn't mean the adapter will work. You need to make sure the amperage and the polarity of the power adapter are correct as well. Another problem could be a damaged DC power …
All 14 Replies
chrisbliss18
26
Posting Shark
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
chrisbliss18
26
Posting Shark
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
chrisbliss18
26
Posting Shark
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
BuggZ
5
Junior Poster
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
BuggZ
5
Junior Poster
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
BuggZ
5
Junior Poster
DaveSW
15
Master Poster
prophet6
0
Newbie Poster
Be a part of the DaniWeb community
We're a friendly, industry-focused community of developers, IT pros, digital marketers, and technology enthusiasts meeting, networking, learning, and sharing knowledge.