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I have my compaq laptop cq35. i temporarily removed the battery while in constant use at home. when i returned the battery after a few days, it doesn't charge anymore. the message was plugged in, not charging. how can i resolve this? thanks.
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I have owned a CQ70 for 2 years 2 months. Before I reveal my tips, here's my experience: On purchase: - quick start guide doesn't even show keys and switches, how to use camera, etc - no software or manual supplied, only useless safety guide CD - request for info to Compaq online: they returned a form to let them know how well they had served me when they hadn't served me at all - subsequent requests unanswered - complaint to www2.hp.com returned a worm called HTML-script-inf First year: - keyboard failed after 2 months; replaced under warranty - screen failed after just under a year; replaced under warranty - sound regularly disappears; have to reboot - carrying bag burst within 6 months - SD card reader worked intermittently for a few months, then not at all Second year: - I accidentally discovered the touchpad disable button; it doesn't work - battery expired after 18 months - replacement screen started to fail after 18 months Now: - replacement screen failed completely after 2 years 2 months - I get electric shocks off the left side - it generates constant flow of "Enter" commands; keyboard, mouse, USB ports cleaned to no avail; clears on reboot for a few hours (no viruses / worms - I regularly check) - the HDD will not start spinning on mains power; I have to remove power cord and start on battery only, then replace power cord
Tip #1: I understand from a friend who works for HP that the good components go into the HP series and all the s*** into the Compaq series, so DON'T BUY COMPAQ. Tip #2: If you have already bought one, put it in the bin or use it for landfill Tip #3: If you want a reliable computer that will last for years, buy a cheap and cheerful Taiwanese no-brand. We've got two - they're great.
Ok, your problem is not very well explained, I dont know if you are techy or nooby, also do not mention how old is the equipment. options:
1- Defective battery pack, HP has recalled a few battery pack models for them being defective, check with HP's website to see if yours has been recalled.
2- Defective or not working charger, HP and compaq chargers do not have indicator light unfortunately, so the only way to make sure is by testing the lead with a multimeter.
3- Broken cables within insulation, either power outlet to charger, or charger lead itself broken internally from being stepped on or run over by furniture. test them both.
4- Worse case scenario, if your charging light goes off and on every few minutes, then your power board may be going out or defective, battery not taking charge (dead), possible issue with mother board going bad.
Hope this helps a bit...
Dear User,
This case, you must remove your Laptop's colling fan because it maybe have many dust and dirt so that it can rotate normally. Clean it, by silicon spray or other then return it.
hello,
Try removing battery and then re inserting. This can usually be done pretty simply by sliding lock to one side and the pulling battery out. This is under the laptop. Hope this helps
Initially, the model is one I am not familiar with. But, a Compaq is a Compaq and a laptop is a laptop. Based on your description: an IRQ and/or a hardware problem.
You could try (temporarily): removing the battery and using the laptop on AC adapter/charger only; removing any or all of the add-on cards; switching/removing any of the memories; removing connector of built-in touchpad and/or removing FDD/CD.
On all of the above, I would suspect either the battery or the touchpad more.
Incidentally, may I inquire where locally were you able to acquire the keyboards. I have need for two (2), both for Compaq Presario 2100s.
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