Chris Curtis wrote:
Have been given a laptop to 'look' at by a relative who suspects his
daughter may have dropped it though there is no obvious outward sign of
damage.
Appears to boot OK but screen is blank. Adding an external monitor confirms
that it seems to run OK.
However, I have also noticed if machine is tilted back slightly it cuts out!
Oh and the battery doesn't appear to charge (though it might be dud!)

Is this beyond repair or going to be expensive?

Regards
Chris Curtis



Can you post the model number - on the base - and can you check if the
battery is a Compaq brand. May be able to help you if you can supply
that info. I also have user manuals/tech manuals for some Compaq models
in PDF format that may help.

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Regards
Echy

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