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LAPTOP SCREEN IS BLANK WHEN IT IS SWITCHED ON

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Hello, i log out my laptop as usual . switched the laptop on the next day but the screen would not work also the drive light is not on / flashing .the laptop is a HP Pavilion dv6000 Entertainment pc


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farazamaan, on Sep 13, 2008 8:14:16 pm BST
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Its hardware problem ..go to nearest service center

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Galx, on Aug 1, 2009 10:19:06 am BST

I think the screen is spoiled:

http://www.geekpolice.net/...

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Calico, on Nov 19, 2008 11:20:23 pm GMT

Oh great, thats the same thing that happen to my laptop. Now I have to send it away to get it fixed..BAH

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Nanor, on Dec 9, 2008 12:10:11 am GMT
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I had the same problem with my HP DV6599. On power on the screen would stay black, no POST, nothing at all on the display. The HDD would spin up but the HDD indicator would not come on and would not boot. The DVD drive would spin up and attempt to read a disc if one was in the tray but still would not boot. I found an answer on another forum. Unplug the power, remove the battery and then hold the power button for 30 to 60 seconds. Then reattach the power and attempt a boot. It worked for me! Just shutdown, put the battery back in you're good to go. Worked for me so definitely worth a try.

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jojo, on Dec 9, 2008 12:42:47 am GMT
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Thanks so much! your recommendation worked for my HP too.

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bmajor, on Feb 17, 2009 8:51:49 pm GMT
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This worked! how did you figure out to do this?

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chris, on Dec 14, 2008 4:08:34 am GMT
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Thank you so much for posting this information. It worked on my dv-6636 laptop as well.

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bexi, on Dec 20, 2008 9:51:29 am GMT
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Worked for me too, thanks!!:)

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Krish, on Aug 8, 2009 6:14:30 pm BST
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I logged off successfullyin the morning but as I tried logging in the Laptop screen went blank,however in the background with 2% visibility I could see my emails and folders opening up like the normal working.
Please advise the error and solution.
Thanks,
Krish

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thanks!, on Dec 20, 2008 10:07:34 pm GMT
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Thank you so much! your information worked for my laptop as well. thank you thank you thank you

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Nanor, on Dec 21, 2008 9:29:22 am GMT
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I'm glad more people are making use of this 'fix'. I spent quite a while trawling the net before finding the fix, the only other recommendations were to send it off for repair. It seems to be working for quite a few HP models and seems to be more common than I thought. My laptop has not acted up once since I tried the fix, good luck everyone with yours!

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Sam, on Dec 21, 2008 7:04:39 pm GMT
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Thanks Nanor, It worked for me as well. I had similar situation with my dv9700 today, looked online & found this post, really worked like magic.

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XS, on Jan 6, 2009 2:36:09 am GMT

Thank you so much for the information! My computer works after following your instruction.

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rajko, on Feb 9, 2009 9:49:49 pm GMT

Hi nanor, can u please try to help me :((((
i have same problem with my screen...
i plugged my external hard disk into 1 usb port and some messagee came about malfunctioned usb port or hard disk...
than my laptop froze. i restarted, but i dont see nothing on my screen, all is black. i put cd of windows into cd-rom, i hear sound of loading cd, and hard disk light is runing(like all is ok with HDD), but i dont see nothing.
im not sure what is problem. maybe screen, or maybe i cant load bios...
can u help me.... this is so frustrating, i tryed ur method 30-60 second but it doesnt work for me.



help please,

and THANKS in advance

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partygirlr, on May 19, 2009 7:12:12 pm BST
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Keep trying it. I had to do it several times. While it's take the battery pack out and hold power button in for a minute or a little more. It work.

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Guerry, on Sep 24, 2009 3:01:08 am BST

Hi dear Nanor,

I have a serious problem with my Everex Laptop. When I turn it on I hear the machine working but nothing appears on the screen. Do you think that your experience could work for my laptop too? Or can you provide other guidance to solve the problem? Appreciate it.

Thanks

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Samantha, on Sep 25, 2009 11:21:23 pm BST
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You are so amazing for having shared that trick! I was prepared to troll for hours or start calling tech support since I've had my HP dv9000 for less than a year. The screen actually came on. THANK YOU!

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kris, on Jan 3, 2009 4:11:27 am GMT

Worked for me on a dv9700 THANKS!!!!!

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zulu, on Dec 27, 2008 3:13:55 am GMT

Thx so much! I thought the thing was dead. I almost cried. You are awesome!!

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mannubhai, on Dec 28, 2008 11:55:43 am GMT

Great stuff Nanor, you saved me some effort.And guess what it worked on my Acer TM4600......just beautiful. Thanks a million.

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Nick, on Jan 3, 2009 1:52:52 am GMT
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Wow, I tried everything. My laptop screen would remain black on boot and when the laptop was opened from a closed position(when running), the HDD would keep rebooting. HP tech support told me to 1. Reset BIOS, 2. Reinstall Power Management, 3. Disable Restart Option. Step 4: Start up Repair. I went through all the steps but no avail. Finally, I landed here somehow and so far has worked like magic !. I was about to reinstall Vista or buy another laptop as I was told that the problem was with the screen and it was better to buy a new computer than spend the same amount on new screen ! Thanks a ton !

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lucky_009_, on Feb 4, 2009 5:45:47 am GMT
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I just bought a acer mini laptop, i've only had it for about 5 days, and it's doing the same rebooting thing along with a blue screen of death, was wondering what you did to solve this problem and if you could help me out, or should i just return it in hopes that they exchange it... thx plz write back

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budda99, on Feb 5, 2009 1:34:41 pm GMT

Did you ever get it to come back on? *welcomeĀ toĀ myĀ world*

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tarantula_pinky_eater, on Sep 5, 2009 6:55:40 pm BST

Hey, I would call acer on that because when my bios went out they walked me step by step on flashing it from a USB. If they can't fix it then it's a 30 day warranty. Even with installed software the OS is supposed to stay "alive" for at least 30 days.
I asked my professor at ITT, to collaborate and he aggreed, even suggested that you try the second partition restore. 5 days you shouldn't have that much personal stuff but i could be wrong.
Corbett

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cloud cake, on Jan 6, 2009 7:11:06 pm GMT

Hi thank you so much it worked for me too for my brand new acer 7720

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2808, on Jan 7, 2009 1:46:25 am GMT

Nanor,

Thank you, I've been having the same problem with my Pavilion dv2125. I've tried everything and the only thing that has worked is turning the dam thing on and off until it wakes up. I've spent hours messing with it....extremely frustrating. Definately seems as though the low power sleep state has something to do with it. I wish HP was more proactive in helping resolve problems like this. I will try your solution the next time this happens to me and let you know the outcome. Did your computer repeat this behavior after you found a way to turn it back on?

Thank You,

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jumblygirl, on Jan 9, 2009 9:45:16 pm GMT
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Nanor, many thanks. This has just worked for an HP Pavilion dv5000 series. Had been working on battery; battery and memory getting low; restarted. Closed lid to move to another room and connected to mains. Opened lid, laptop would not resume, black screen, no h/d activity, power light on and not blinking. Would not crash, either on mains or on low battery. Allowed laptop to cool for half an hour in case overheating might be the problem. Tried inserting HP recovery disk, a short burst of h/d activity which was not sustained; re-inserted recovery disc and tried repeated F8 key in few seconds during brief time while h/d remained active, nothing. Found your tip using another laptop, followed your instructions and whatever had caused the lock up was sorted and booted first time.
Great!

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michelle, on Jan 10, 2009 2:11:53 am GMT
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I tried this several times, and still nothing.... i cant even get into BIOS....any other suggestions??

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Jabe, on Mar 21, 2009 5:10:35 pm GMT
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I have seen these symptoms on two of my grandchildren's DV9000 notebooks. I tried the 60 second power switch fix, but it did not work. I suspect this is a lid switch module problem, but I have not varified this. I did discover the following workaround after hours of trouble shooting.

1) Power off
2) Open the lid to about 30 degrees, enough to be able to access the power switch.
3) Press the power switch to power up, leaving the lid partially opened.
4) After the operating system is running the lid can be opened completely.

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cesar, on Apr 6, 2009 4:58:26 pm BST
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Try to disconnect the baterry pack & remove the memory ram wait for 2 minutes & insert the memory ram then hold the power button for 60 seconds without the battery pack . then put the battery and try to boot it again

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Deano, on Apr 25, 2009 4:58:23 pm BST

Hi Ceasar,

Thank you for your advice in helping to fix issues. Mine is a Sony laptop. After two days of considerable perseverance I came across your instruction. I have reconnected the Mem card after 2 mins and hold the power button for 60 secs without battery. Then reconnect battery and swithced ON. There it was back to LIFE. It worked. Thanks again budy!! Also jsut want to share this one: the fan was roaring a lot then again after persevering for many days I finally insert some CASTOR OIL on the bearing in situ with the help of two flat screw drivers. For how to open the laptop, replace the HDD (Holy Grail) go to http://repair4laptop.org/disassembly_sony.html. I hope mine will add to help others in need too. Bye for now

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ciklin, on Apr 29, 2009 11:08:24 am BST

Have you got the solution? Ive tried the suggested steps but still could not manage to reboot.

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hallow, on Jan 10, 2009 5:16:41 am GMT
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Hi
my name is milen

i have problem wih my hp pavilion 6500
it was ok,but after was on mode "sleep"
i cound turn on the screen.the laptop start workin but the screen stays black
,i was thinking that is the problem inthe
windows vista
i ask friend...he reinstal my windows by isung tv screen conbevted to my laptop in order to see
how is working because seems that my compiutar is working properly
,but the screen is black
do you have any ideas what is goiing wrong..?
i apriciate your help
best regards

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mentormatt8, on Aug 27, 2009 10:16:14 pm BST
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desert Eagle, on Jan 14, 2009 7:07:40 pm GMT
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Thanks Man ...I Owe u my life....:-)...Thanks a Lot...It Worked like a magic for me also

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CochlearGuy, on Jan 21, 2009 3:25:39 pm GMT

I have the exact same problem as you describe. I tried doing what you suggest to no avail. I even left it unplugged with the battery out overnight. I tried unplugging the power, taking out the battery and pushing power button for 60 seconds. Still having the problem. Screen stays blank and an icon flashed showing the computer locked. If I take it apart, I wonder if I can get it all back together again. Figured it won't hurt to take it apart. It stays in lock mode --might even throw it in the dumpster. Not sure yet--still curious at the time to see if a solution can be found. smiles

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casey, on May 13, 2009 2:38:08 pm BST

Seems like you and I are in the same boat at this point -- especially at the throwing in the dumpster part. Let me know if you ever figured anything out.

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woman of hope, on Feb 2, 2009 10:55:08 am GMT

This worked for my everex xt5000t too.thank u

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budda99, on Feb 2, 2009 5:48:48 pm GMT
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I have an acer mini and the screen isnt coming on and the booth light isnt eaither what could be the problum? *welcomeĀ toĀ myĀ world*

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nyamnyam, on Feb 2, 2009 4:06:18 pm GMT

Thanks so much Nanor, this problem of black screen has really bothered me, your suggestion worked for me on my Sahara lap top
Nyamnyam

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carol, on Feb 4, 2009 8:48:50 pm GMT

Thank you for the tip..For those who are experiencing the same problem "IT REALLY WORKS", Thanks again

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gianine, on Feb 8, 2009 11:48:24 pm GMT
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HELP!
Same problem - blank screen on a HP DV6125se. I would love to try the power cycle solution, only problem is the power button doesn't work. The power button issue is not new, I have to do a song and dance to boot the computer up. Bottom line is that I can't hold the power button after the power drain cycle to try and clear and/or reset whatever it is to resolve this issue. (This computer has had one problem after another) Any other suggestions to try?

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Jay, on Feb 18, 2009 10:45:55 am GMT

OMG THANKSS SOO MUCHH !!! THIS ACUALLY WORKED !

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ToshiGirl, on Feb 19, 2009 1:31:39 am GMT

Thanks Nanor! This fix also works on Toshiba laptops ( I have a Satellite A305 S6837)! I was almost in tears until I found your post.

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Automata, on Feb 22, 2009 6:58:49 pm GMT

Hi,

Thanks a lot!! It works for my DV6000

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Qaice, on Feb 23, 2009 9:25:41 am GMT
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Dear,

i have toshiba satellite A60 and last night i updated my Bios from toshiba website and after that my laptop was shutdown automatically now i am trying to turn on but its not starting, i also done the above same precedure , remove the battery and hold the power button for 60 sec but its still not turning on. when you press the power button its look like just about to start but suddenly its goes off. i will really appreciate if you could help me in that, thanks.

Qaice

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nal, on Mar 1, 2009 1:01:02 am GMT

Mucahas gracias por to poste me. si funciono!! Lo mismo le estaba Pasando A my Laptop Muchas gracias.

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sergizzle, on Mar 7, 2009 5:04:51 am GMT
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I tried it on my aspire one and it didnt work :( i just got the thing maybe three months ago and it crapped out on me i dont know what to do any ideas?

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Prax, on Jul 18, 2009 6:20:43 pm BST

Acer Aspire One has an identified BIOS problem. Upgrade to the latest BIOS. Since it's just three months old, ask those generally-good-for-nothing service personnel to update it. Hope it helps.

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sue, on Mar 9, 2009 2:36:12 am GMT

I don't have a clue how that worked but it did. Thank you so much!

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dianabow, on Mar 9, 2009 2:19:21 pm GMT

Thank you so much! This worked for me and I was able to fix my husband's computer! Great Recommendation!

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Perucho, on Mar 12, 2009 1:42:36 pm GMT

Thanks a lot Nanor, you are a genius, it worked on my dv6000

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mzflo007, on Mar 20, 2009 12:22:54 pm GMT

Not worked for me must have a serious problem

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Iceman, on Mar 24, 2009 10:59:32 pm GMT

Thank you for the great way to get it rebooted. My DV6000 did the same thing and googling found this thread. I really appreciate the help!

Working perfectly once again!

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Ned, on Mar 24, 2009 11:39:44 pm GMT

You rock. DV9500 now works. Thank you. Now I gotta take that hard drive I bought back to Best Buy.

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Joe, on Mar 25, 2009 2:58:15 pm GMT

Another possible fix after the screen goes black: press the [Fn] + [external monitor] keys on the keyboard. It brought the screen right back for me. Note that my monitor was going black after vista finished booting.

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LaDonna, on Apr 19, 2009 8:03:40 pm BST

Hi i have a dell inspiron 6000 i had to reformat and lost all my drivers, now when i close my lid the monitor goes black and i have to reboot to bring the screen up. As long as i don't close the lid i'm fine. you said to try f2 + external monitor where is that on my key board? also do you know of anywhere i can install drivers from other then the dell site, their support system stinks and their updates don't work.
thanks for any help you can give.

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armychk, on Sep 7, 2009 5:30:58 am BST
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My problem was my system would start (screen included). After I put in my screen password, it would load and promptly turn black. Everything was still on and running, but the screen was black. I used Nanor's solution a couple times. Finally, I held the power button down for several minutes, then I restarted my HP laptop. Also upon my system booting, I played with the external monitor and the increase brightness buttons. I have a dv6436. So, the buttons I used were fn + F4 and fn + F8. It eventually worked. YAY!!!!!!! The store I shall abbreviate as BB to keep their anonymity ;-) told me it would be $299 to run advanced diagnostics testing. That's $299 before fixing anything!!!!!! As soon as they told me that, I left with my laptop. Thanks Joe and Nanor!

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buffynkids, on Apr 5, 2009 2:27:59 pm BST
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Why does it happen and is there a way to repair? I have to go through this process everytime I sign on!
Thanks!

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claire, on Apr 8, 2009 1:03:33 pm BST

Wow this is amazing it fixed my toshiba you're a life saver cuz i live off of my laptop

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Dv5, on Apr 10, 2009 3:19:18 am BST

Thanx!!!!!!!! Worked for me!!!!

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AcerLaptop Customer, on Apr 12, 2009 4:33:00 pm BST

I definitely am impressed with the solution given...I had the issue of my computer attempting to run live updates and when the system restarted the computer remained powered on but the screen remained black. Initially disappointed, I came to work and browsed some forums and came across this and the solution totally worked. Highly impressed and greatful. Thank you.

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JustThankfull, on Apr 16, 2009 6:34:25 am BST

Thank You!!

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idontknow, on Apr 16, 2009 6:28:40 pm BST

Thanks so much! That worked on my toshiba satellite too! I had the power plug in, but didn't realize it wasn't connected, so when the battery ran out, it turned off. Imagine my suprise. It was black when I turned it on and I thought I broke my computer, but your tip fixed it. The battery was quite warm when I removed it, I wonder if the heat has something to do with it?

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lapto screen blank, on Apr 18, 2009 5:30:24 am BST

Thanks it really worked

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yasir, on Apr 24, 2009 10:39:42 am BST
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Nanor, I don't have exactly the same problem, but instead in my laptop dv2750 six small screens appear instead of one on the display, right from the time my notebook boots, i have updated the bios, ran the system restore and installed latest nividia drivers, but no use, I also tried your method,but it didn't work for me.

Do you have any idea about how to resolve this problem??

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joy, on Apr 24, 2009 8:55:47 pm BST

THANK YOU!!!

Youre info saved me from taking it into a shop for repairs and it totally made my day!!! Laptop works perfectly again! Seriously, THANK YOU!!!

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fish, on Apr 24, 2009 11:57:22 pm BST

Hi Joy,

What was the fix for your laptop issue, I have the same problem on a dell?

rgds

Fish

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satellite_user, on Apr 26, 2009 8:26:27 pm BST
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Just wanted to say that this worked on my Toshiba Satellite perfectly, so its not just limited to the laptops mentioned here. thanks sooo much.

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S, on Apr 28, 2009 1:49:21 am BST
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Hi i read your answer about the screen on laptop going black, dont quite understand it though, am i right on doing this

1. UNPLUG THE POWER
2. REMOVE BATTERY
3. HOLD POWER BUTTON FOR 30/60 SECONDS
4. REATTACH POWER AND START THE LAPTOP
5. SHUT BACK DOWN
6. PUT IN THE BATTERY
7. THATS IT

The bit i dont understand is that you power the laptop up without the battery in it or am i just thick

many thanks
S

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Edie, on Apr 29, 2009 7:20:41 pm BST

Thank you so much for your help! It was my Toshiba Satellite that gave me the same problem and I was just about to sit down and have a good cry when I found your fix. THANK YOU!!

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singlesweetness33, on May 2, 2009 1:36:43 pm BST

THANK U !!!!! I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO HAVE TO TAKE MY LAPTOP TO A SHOP..BUT I DID WHAT U SAID AND THAT FIXED THE PROBLEM...THANKS AGAIN !!!!



~~JUANA~~

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Wicky, on May 3, 2009 2:54:23 pm BST

I tried installing nTune on my Acer Aspire 6935G and it froze during setup..so I turned it off.

But when I tried powering it back up, I would hear the fan spin and the hard drive making its usual spin(going silent after), but the screen remained blank..I thought I was screwed.. until I searched and found this answer..did as you said and now it works perfectly again.

Thanks a lot =D

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Mahadev, on May 5, 2009 1:08:36 am BST

Thanks a lot. It's a great advice and it worked on my Dell Inspiron 6400. I was planning to send it for repair to the company. You saved me a great deal of money.

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Babe, on May 7, 2009 12:59:06 am BST

I had a same problem which the laptop running like a normal but I really hard to see the monitor and it's turn into very blur screen. I can't even see the cursor. I'ved tried to unplug and remove the batery, hold the power button about 60 sec but still doesn't work for me. And I went to computer shop to check he said there are 3 possibility happen to this laptop which 1. problem with the monitor screen 2. problem with motherboard, and 3. problem with invertor and it's quite costly if I let him to repair. So, I am sure you have a solution and please help me on this. I just use the laptop for 1 year.It is Dell laptop.

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soly, on May 15, 2009 11:21:30 am BST

Nooo Way! I have been suffering from this problem for a long time and just saw Nanor's answer! it worked like magic! thank you sooo much, that is very very helpful. my laptop is a dell inspiron 9300! thanks again!

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glitter, on May 16, 2009 12:47:25 pm BST

Nanor your a genius. !!! Did what you told me. Worked a treat. It's the best piece of tech advice I have ever received. I have a new dell inspiron 1525 and dont know how much it would have cost to have it repaired. I had caused my problem by unplugging the power cable while laptop was in hibernation.Holding down the power button for a minute drained that little little bit of power from the machine. Thanks again

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Shay B, on May 17, 2009 11:00:12 am BST

This worked great for me! Thank you so much for sharing. Otherwise, I don't know what I would have done. May God bless you!!

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jay.j, on May 19, 2009 4:44:55 pm BST

Hi Nanor...

it works. can you also explain what does it do when holding down the power button for 30-60 seconds?

thanks very much.

jay

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Gop, on May 22, 2009 10:12:00 am BST

This fix worked for my Toshiba. Thanks a million! I wonder why it did that in the first place...

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fey, on May 24, 2009 5:21:50 am BST

Hi Nanor,..
I have a same problem as yours
I already try your suggestion but it didn't work for me.
My Laptop is Toshiba Sattelite L40.
Do you have any suggestion for me?

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big wang, on May 24, 2009 4:21:34 pm BST
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It worked for me thanks man u just saved me 500 euro

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markom86, on Oct 17, 2009 11:02:39 pm BST

Lol man...i have hp pavilion dv2000 laptop. i bought it 2 years ago in USA. i have the black screen problem, and nothing helped me. all da day im reading posts. the reason why im contacting you is that ive got an answer from the service company that it will cost me 400 euros. seems that we have the same probl about service. :) so.... can u please tell me more about your laptop, and the way u fixed it? thanks in advance..

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Janded, on May 25, 2009 1:23:46 pm BST

Hi NANOR, u too good buddy..same thing happened to ma dv6000 laptop, i even tot it was d ram bt i later saw ur post while surfing tru google after cracking ma brain on wot 2 do 4 3weeks..it worked 4 me tnx a million man!!!!

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RaspberryB, on Jun 12, 2009 12:18:51 am BST

Thank you so much! This worked great for my Gateway laptop! You saved the day! Thank you so much! :-)

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finr, on Jun 19, 2009 12:31:16 pm BST

Do you recommend any BIOS upgrade
thanks

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milly, on Jun 24, 2009 4:55:50 pm BST

Thank you soo much! it worked! Guess alot of people are having this problem..any ideas on what causes it?

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toondude, on Jun 26, 2009 10:22:16 am BST

Nanor, thank you very much for your advice, worked brilliantly for my HP G60-214EM Notebook PC

Much Appreciation

toondude

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Kloie, on Jun 29, 2009 6:19:05 am BST

Hello
i have a HP DV1040us. while im using it,it just went black...I can still see the icons when i look closer...and when i turn it on it seems its working just fine but the screen is black. I tried what u just said. But its still black.Please help.

Thanks,

Kloie

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cmbulls, on Jul 5, 2009 2:20:49 pm BST

Thank you SOOO much for posting this! I was in a panic this morning because I started my laptop up and the screen was black. I was in the middle of preparing for a class that I am teaching starting tomorrow morning and, of course, I had not backed up my work to a jump drive in several weeks. Thanks again!!

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Moathawk, on Jul 25, 2009 7:20:38 pm BST
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YESSSSSSSSS!!! This works. 100% Please people do try all of the options suggested in these forums before submitting yourself (and your wallet) to the asymmetry of information that has been working to the benefit of car mechanics and now computer "repair specialists" for years.

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zezima, on Jul 28, 2009 3:04:57 am BST

Tytytytyytytyty would this work for toshibas also?

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rociolj, on Jul 29, 2009 5:02:41 pm BST

THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!
YOUR HELP SAVED ME BIG $$$

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Natalie, on Aug 4, 2009 12:53:30 am BST
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Hello my brother had the same problems as you are having if you go to hp website they are doing a extended warrenty for them problems if you go on to find out then you can send it off and get it repaired

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Julie, on Aug 23, 2009 7:28:13 pm BST

Hello,

Are you talking about HP having an additional warrenty for the problem with the screen going black? We have tried several fixes and nothing seems to work.

Thanks so much
Julie

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lady, on Aug 6, 2009 4:08:40 am BST

I can not thank you enough. I was so upset and miserable when the above happened to my new laptop. An Acer.
I followed the instructions to a T and was over the moon when it worked. I can still hardly believe it.
I thank you so much for your own search and the generosity of placing it here for others to read.
My heartfelt thanks again and again.
Jenny m
Australia

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Magg_E, on Aug 13, 2009 5:30:44 pm BST

Yes! It worked! Whoever you are, you are my hero.

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brianne, on Aug 23, 2009 6:02:13 pm BST

You are a hero ! i thought id have to get a new laptop and that would kill me! thanks so much

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Susie, on Aug 30, 2009 3:41:16 pm BST

Worked!!! Thank you, Thank you Nanor.

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mai, on Sep 2, 2009 1:05:57 am BST

This worked for me..Thank you so much! Thought I was going to have to buy another

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Abhishek, on Sep 13, 2009 5:25:21 am BST

Thanks a lot nunner,,,,, u r really a great researcher...
it worked for me as well..
thanks a lot once again.... :-)

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Anon, on Sep 18, 2009 10:42:55 am BST

NANOR YOU ARE MY HERO!!!

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Scooter, on Sep 21, 2009 9:20:06 pm BST

Awesome fix...worked perfect thanks

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David, on Sep 23, 2009 10:07:09 am BST

You rock! Awesome advice!

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Yes!, on Sep 25, 2009 3:10:51 am BST

This worked with Lenovo S10, try it!

Thank you!!

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Lexie, on Oct 4, 2009 4:20:39 am BST

Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you!!! I don't think this even goes far enough along the thank yous!!! My sis was freaking out and was going to kill....i don't know something! So THANKYOU!!! <3 I love you!!! lol!!!

~J~

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housey, on Oct 15, 2009 6:35:37 pm BST

This worked perfectly! Thanks alot.

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THAPFDPLAYER, on Oct 22, 2009 4:27:02 pm BST

I tried the 30-60 second thing and it worked! I was happy. BUT, then I went thru airport security and flew a 2 hour flight (inside the USA) and now I have the same problem again. This time the 30-60 second thing does NOT work. any ideas?????

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pinny, on Oct 26, 2009 3:30:56 pm GMT
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Hi i had the same problem with my dv4000 the screen wouldnt show up however the power was going on , so i tried following your advice but it didnt get me far the screen still didnt work so i went online and searched for a screen and bumped into a website called <a href="www.laptopmaven.com">www.laptopmaven.com</a> and they told me to plug the laptop into a external monitor and see if it works , so i plugged it in to a external monitor and it worked so they told me that chances are that i need a new screen or inverter so first i tried a different inverter and it didnt help then i tried a new screen which i bought from them and it helpd and it worked so they really helped me a lot thanks to the laptop maven

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Kose, on Oct 30, 2009 3:49:21 am GMT

Hi Nanor,
Thanks for posting your response it was great help fixed my laptop in 1 minute
Your a champion
Regards

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G, on Feb 28, 2009 12:59:28 pm GMT

Yes and when I rec've my acer back from repairs-it was stripped-blank, only with windows...not even a single driver left on it. What the hell!? No note, no reinstall disk/thumbdrive...Nuthin. Remember there isn't even a disk drive on it.

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Tosh, on Mar 17, 2009 11:36:57 pm GMT
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My HP pavillinon dv9000 will start but the screen will not display any thing. it will also make about five bip (sounds). but will not display anything at all i need help trouble shooting my machine

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Debc, on Jul 1, 2009 8:52:53 pm BST

Hi Tosh

My hubby has the same laptop and his went blank after out daughter had been on it (she seems to have a knack of breaking electronic equipment) we had to do this fix twice but then it worked did a system restore to iron out any problems and is working fine now try it a few more times

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Devil, on Dec 27, 2008 2:41:03 pm GMT
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Thank you, Nanor, It worked for me too, I was about to contact HP and send my laptop back. Thanks man you saved me from all the headache i was about to go through with HP.

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mezo, on Dec 31, 2008 12:50:05 am GMT

I have HP nc6120. I left my computer on power all day 2 days. Rightnow, i can restart my computer but can not pass desk top. stay blank blue. I removed battery and pushed power button 20-30 sec and installed and restart and stay on the same point. i appreciate if somebody can help and give some tips..

mezo

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em, on Jan 11, 2009 8:59:25 pm GMT

Hey, i was on my dads lap top and his screen went blue, its a virus.

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AmericanFool, on Jan 3, 2009 12:22:07 am GMT

Thanks for the help, worked for our Dell 520 as well... have a feeling it's just a sw issue that requires shutdown, and the only way to do that is unplug and remove the battery for 30 seconds... I have my doubts that it is necessary to hold the power button for 30 seconds? that does, however, give time for all the electronic components to lose residual charge.

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GARRAZ, on Jan 5, 2009 5:46:28 am GMT

THAT FIX WORK FOR ME THANX GUYS YOU ROCK

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tweaks, on Jan 5, 2009 3:49:12 pm GMT

Very, very helpful.. You know like others I was almost gave up, and then I read this. Mine is benq s41 and I install Leopard on it but I forget to change sleep mode. Then it sleep and never wake up. But I found it works now.. becoz of you, My Man..

So many thanks.. Sure you're my saviour

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lokiloki, on Jan 7, 2009 1:54:44 am GMT

I have a speced out dv9500 and have had to use this fix for awhile. the error seems to occur when the laptop completely cools down and sits for awhile. i've noticed if the fix does not work the first time,repeated attempts usually do. there is an issue with the nvidia cards over heatng. Their fix is an update to make your fan turn on sooner.
also updating bios then uninstalling your driver card then reinstalling the latest driver seems to help..install the updated bios first!

hp told me the only true fix is to replace the video card as the problem is a defect with the card

http://www.randomprocess.ca/2008/07/29/dell-acknowledges-nvi­dia-gpu-defect-with-fix/

hope you all still are under the warr.

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Rajiv, on Jan 7, 2009 3:59:45 pm GMT

I will check it tonight. Hope it will work.

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kc, on Jan 9, 2009 7:48:06 pm GMT

Thankx this helped a lot :)

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poomstarr, on Jan 10, 2009 5:55:39 pm GMT

Thank you, works for me: HP Pavillion dv9300us.

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alex, on Jan 12, 2009 7:42:43 pm GMT

I have dv9000 and That hold for 60 sec trick is not working plz help

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HARJIT, on Apr 3, 2009 7:44:07 am BST

I was not found driver hp pavillion dv9000 plz send sound driver

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Lee, on Aug 18, 2009 9:34:18 pm BST

Alex, I have dv9000 also and tried the 60 secs solution but didn't work for me and i found another solution from Mark by open the screen wilder than 90 degrees and turn on the lab top the problem goes away. Hope this help you...

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vien, on Jan 13, 2009 10:56:16 pm GMT

My laptop is also hp pavilion dv6000, same problem, monitor isnt working but it worked for me, thank you so much, you ROCK!! (^-^)V

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hallow, on Jan 14, 2009 12:58:33 pm GMT

Please if any body has idea what is my problem,,?

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djMuxi, on Jan 15, 2009 12:08:04 am GMT

Dang!
Thanx man! This joint actually worked!

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lk, on Jan 15, 2009 5:28:57 am GMT

Hi ppl nice to knw dt for most of u power drain worked but for me am stil stuck up with th problm and laptop continues 2 remain blank when i switch it on. Any other suggstions please

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hallow, on Jan 16, 2009 4:16:51 am GMT

I still have my problem with my screen still remains black when is swiched on,,,plkease any ather avdice...

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UB, on Jan 19, 2009 3:47:21 am GMT

Nanor you are the man!! your recommendation worked on a Dell Inspiron 700m as well. Thank you.

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Axl, on Jan 23, 2009 3:45:32 am GMT

Mine same as hallow & LK! doesn't seem to work!!!I wonder why!!!!It hAS been days!!

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Kristen, on Jan 29, 2009 5:35:43 am GMT

I definitely had my doubt about this ,i was in tears... then waaala! my screen worked :)
i would for sure give the 30-60 seconds a try its a lifesaver. <3
Thankyou soo much for that post

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lokiloki, on Feb 2, 2009 4:59:59 am GMT
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The squeaky wheel gets the grease...re: post #22, 01/07/2009 {my post} i am 2 years out of warranty but

many,many conversations with hp senior tech support ultimately got me this response...

Failure : SERVICE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

Entry date / time:
01/06/2009 10:36pm PT

Model number:
RL653AV , HP PAVILION NOTEBOOK PC DV9500

Serial number:

Replacement serial number:

Order type:BOX PLUS PICKUP & REPAIR, 1 DAY SHIPPING

Failure : SERVICE ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

Warranty status:
i

Service charge:
$0.00

Payment method:
not applicable

hp paid to have my laptop sent back and they repaired it for free in 8 days,
i no longer have the issue and am happily running windows 7 beta

though they will not tell me what they repaired, i have been using my laptop for 3 weeks with no issues

good luck

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bruhaus, on Feb 23, 2009 9:06:11 pm GMT

Loki,

i have the exact same laptop and have the exact same problem. just occurred today. i emailed HP support, am waiting for a response. can u give me any specific tips for getting them to repair for free as they did for u. the dv9500 isnt listed on their service enhancement program so im concerned that i will have to shell out some money (which i dont have at the moment).

ths in advance for any help u can toss my way

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midhu, on Mar 1, 2009 2:52:59 am GMT
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Hi,

Thank you so much, it worked. It was a real time saver.

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gorey, on Mar 19, 2009 9:37:35 am GMT

You are a bloody true legend mate...............worked beautifully on a HP dv9700.

Your bloods worth is worth GOLD.

Must be a way of clearing the CMOS.

Again well done MATE.

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KAttEeee, on Apr 4, 2009 4:05:58 am BST

My laptop won't turn on , its a compaq.
everytime i try to restart it a blue screen comes up.. i dont know what to do.
one of the people up there said something about a batterie , but idk how to get my battery outta my computer , help!

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student, on Apr 9, 2009 5:23:29 pm BST

Hi there
could you please tell in brief how did u fix it up your lap top ...i do have same 'screen blank' problem in my hp laptop pavillion dv2000.. my warrently was ony a year.now it has been 2.5 year now....i love my laptop cos i paid £700 in the boxing day 2006. i canot spent much money for that, being a student it much harder to spent on it..... i will really appreciated you...
many thnaks in advance....
london student....

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achou, on Aug 1, 2009 9:29:16 am BST

Nanor thk u very much its worked for me too.... first time i so easly resolve a problem without contacting an expert... thks a lot dude,,,

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Lilybean, on Oct 5, 2009 9:04:29 pm BST

Did you get a soluttion to this problem, I also have a hp2000 series notebook.

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lappy, on Oct 25, 2009 1:27:02 am GMT

My philips laptop tuns on i can hear the fans working when i insert a cd i can hear it trying to read the cd but the screen stays blank i taken the batry and held it for 30 then 60 plus secs wat do i do ? its still doesnt wish to work

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