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Dell XPS M1530 No longer powers on...

MagmaOutcast

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Jan 25, 2015
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Everything was fine, then when I would plug in a USB peripheral into a USB port, it shuts down. I tried it several times and now the laptop will not turn on at all. I have searched on google but there is not an issue like mine. Unlike others I do not even get lights or any hard drive noises.

Is the motherboard fried? I really hope not...
 


The battery is dead but it was working even though it was dead. It no longer turns on even with the battery out and I have tried multiple outlets and power adapters that are similar to what the laptop requires. I get no response from it.
 


There still might be a way..if I disassemble it and reassemble it, who knows. I just bought this from a family member and I would rather not tell them that it's already possibly toast. ..
 


You can always try. Butto be honest I think it's a long shot.