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This video will show you the troubleshooting process for a laptop computer that wont turn on, it has not signs of life or very little signs of life. If your computer is turning on but the screen is just staying black, try this video instead; https://youtu.be/e9iy30J00-k
There are multiple reasons why your laptop computer may appear dead or 'bricked' and this process should help you rule out possible causes while narrowing down the possible causes so you can fix the issue. Please remember to Like, Share, and Subscribe if this was helpful :)
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Check out the FAQ's in the description or leave me a comment and Ill get back to you asap!!
FAQ's
Q: I have to perform this static discharge every time for my computer to turn on :(
A: Your most likely looking at a bad charger or battery then. Also, make sure that your using a surge protector instead of plugging your charger directly into the outlet. Make sure its healthy and still working well. If thats not it, you can try replacing the battery and charger one at a time till you find the one that is the cause.
Q: I dont have a battery thats easily removable :(
A: For help accessing an internal battery, refer to this video; https://youtu.be/tUCVN2GLYuA
If you know your computer's model number, I can help you get inside your specific computer :)
Q: My computer is overheating and wont turn on. Will this help?
A: So to troubleshoot a computer that wont turn on, I would usually say to start with this video. However, an overheating computer can damage multiple components, make multiple components act in weird ways, and therefor makes it very hard to troubleshoot which components are the cause of the computer not turning on. You should try to address the overheating first. You can see that process here; https://youtu.be/K_j4GPjpawk
Q: Why does this power build-up issue happen? How can I prevent it?
A: Make sure your using your computer plugged into a surge protector and not directly into the wall. Also, make sure to not use your computer around large sources of static like in bed, on pillows, etc. Repair tech wear anti-static bracelets when working on computer or put the on anti-static pads. Even though the computer case means you dont have to go that far, try not to use the computer around heavy static sources.
Q: I tried this and it didnt work
A: If none of these troubleshooting steps were able to identify the parts being tested as the issue, then you have identified the Motherboard as the most likely cause of the computer not starting. It would then have to be replaced or repaired. Let me know if you would like assistance with that operation :)