Recent content by ob1knobie

Since it is a 5 year old computer I'm not going to spend any more time on it. I usually don't work on even 4 year old laptops but since this was an Alienware gaming system I thought I would give it a try. Thanks for all the assists.

I am trying to get original batteries but since R1 batteries are discontinued I can never be sure if the claimed OEM batteries are really OEM batteries. I have purchased from two different suppliers that claim OEM. They do work every second or third boot...just not consisten.

I have a 4 year old AlienWare 17 running Windows 7 indicating weak battery and suggests replacement. I replaced battery with new and 3 out of 5 times I get the sudden death right about sign in time. I got a second new battery and same problem. I have posted all Dell and Microsoft updates. If...