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May 13th, 2007 21:00

inspiron 5150 won't turn on (heating isn't the problem)

My inspiron 5150 laptop won't turn on at all.  The power light and charger light both blink yellow (never orange) every 5 seconds when plugged into AC adapter but without the battery plugged in (because I lost the battery).  Last time it was turned on successfully nothing different happened while being used but when turned off then back on it wouldn't turn back on.  I know its not a heating problem because the underside is cool to the touch.  I tried holding down the power button for 1 minute then the little " i " button for 3 seconds but nothing worked. :smileysad:  one of the people at my mom's work somehow fixed this problem 1/2 year ago but he isn't at work today so i can't use the laptop until he comes back (i have no idea when).
 
please reply to my email: traphole12@hotmail.com because its the message centre i check most often.
in the "subject" area simply type "inspiron 5150" so I know its not junk email.
If you can fix my problem your the best person in the world :smileyhappy:
  • ejn63

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    Posted May 13th, 2007 21:00

    Dell has extended the warranty on these until 9/30/2007. Call for a system board replacement.
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    Posted May 14th, 2007 20:00

    enj,   what number do I call at Dell to get in line for 5150 replacement power management systems? Mine just died comletely like Daniel Johnson whom you replied to. Is there a special desk for this horrible problem yet?    Thanks,  LostNation
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    Posted May 14th, 2007 21:00

    Call the regular Dell support number in your location. Contact Us, Above right.