Recent content by TakeTheTicket

I need some suggestions regarding a new laptop. I can build a desktop any way I like, but with laptops the PC companies have me by the balls. I plan on replacing the HDD and RAM with my own regardless of what the laptop comes with so any HDD and RAM will do. Please do not suggest a Windows 10 or...

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I still think it is a motherboard issue, but I want you to try something. Based on your screenshot, it looks like the laptop has a single 4 GB stick of RAM, right? If the motherboard has two RAM slots, try putting the RAM stick in the other slot and test it again with MemTest86. Let me know...

Are you positive that this isn't a windows issue? Because I'm not there it's hard for me to tell. Have you checked the event viewer or checked for memory dumps (blue screens) ? I assume you have opened the laptop and checked all hardware connections? After checking connections test the RAM...

Replacing a laptop screen is VERY easy. I know it sounds scary, but if you can install a doorknob, you can install a laptop screen. The instructions vary from model to model, but a good place to start your screen-fixing quest is: https://www.laptopscreen.com/ EDIT: My screens for past repairs...

The "AC adapter" on most laptops is actually its power supply. You have a bad power supply. Get a new "AC adapter" from Lenovo.

Whenever I have strange problems like this, I always try cutting power to the ENTIRE system (every last capacitor) before doing anything major since its such an easy thing to do. 1) Try these steps: - Shut Down the laptop - Unplug the power plug from the laptop - Remove the battery from the...

Please try the following before taking any drastic measures. Shut Down the laptop Unplug the power plug from the laptop remove the battery from the laptop press the power button a few times, then hold it for a few seconds (this drains any power that the motherboard may be holding) Reinstall the...