the windows loading screen came on for a few seconds but it shutdown before it loads. My laptop has a really bad habit of overheating before all this happened as it's not exactly new (XP) and the fan never worked well to begin with. more...
Go To The ACER Website and Download the BIOS Update.. Install it and let it reboot Also Check to see that you're not overheating the laptop,,,, make sure fan ducts are blowing out air, whether hot or cold air make sure it's blowing out and not clogged.. if more...
Is it under warranty? Have you checked HP's website? Maybe it's overheating or not enough memory. Usually the dvd player either works or does not work. I don't know about them only working half-***. more...