Presario 2100 Problem

shiner · 24 Jun 2007 at 12:00

Was using my Compaq Presario 2100 when it just switched itself off and now won't restart

Didn't get any problems just before was running fine, any idea's would be appreciated?

Thanks

semi-pro waster · 24 Jun 2007 at 12:14

It could be the power convertor has died, have you tried removing the battery and just trying it plugged into the mains or vice versa?

shiner · 24 Jun 2007 at 12:37

Would it work if the battery wasn't slotted in?

I've tried it but still no joy

I'm not getting any lights on the front to confirm its charging and the battery isn't getting warm. The corner of the laptop where the adapter plugs in is warm so I'm thinking the charger is ok and its probably the battery?

Anyway of confirm this?

shiner · 24 Jun 2007 at 13:01

Can these batteries be refurb'd?

shiner · 24 Jun 2007 at 13:08

I've just read that even with the battery taken out the laptop should work if the PSU is on??? anyone know if this is the case?

semi-pro waster · 24 Jun 2007 at 13:19

shiner said:
I've just read that even with the battery taken out the laptop should work if the PSU is on??? anyone know if this is the case?

It certainly does (or should do) because I've done that with my laptop at home.

If there is no lights on then it could be either the PSU (borrow a replacement off a mate to test if you can) or possibly that the whole system has just died but that is a bit more unlikely.

TheVoice · 24 Jun 2007 at 13:20

Should work, most notebooks can be run without the battery. I do it with mine all the time, reduces wear on the battery.

shiner · 24 Jun 2007 at 17:33

can't get it working tried my other laptops PSU note getting any lights to indicate power getting through.

I'm just trying to ply the case off but seems snagged in the middle I can't see anymore screws :confused:

anyone ever taken one of these apart?

moggsy · 24 Jun 2007 at 20:15

I'm having a prob with my presario (2500) right-click menu constantly popping up - even when not touching the lappy!!

I've managed to find a page on the HP/Compaq support site that gives you step-by-step instructions on how to take everything apart...

Start at THIS PAGE and select your particualr model (from the plate on the underside of your lappy if you're not sure)

Good luck