My roommate's HP G60 laptop will not turn on. None of the LED lights will glow other than the one that glows when you plug in the AC adapter. The ones that are supposed to glow when the battery is charging will not glow even though the battery was low. How can this be fixed?

If the LED power indicator comes on when plugged in, then the laptop is getting power. If the laptop won't come on, then it sounds like a motherboard issue. Try removing the battery and powering it on with just the AC adapter. You can also try charging the battery for an hour or so....

First try Hard Reset:

1. unplug ac adapter then remove the battery.
2. press and hold the power button for a minute.
3. put the battery back, plug in ac adapter.
4. turn on the mini .

if it does not work, see if light glows on the power jack.

then remove and reinstall the hard drive.

see if it works .

Please remove and clean the Battery terminals of the Notebook, make sure that the LED power indicator of the AC Adapter is glowing and output pin of the AC Adapter is properly connected to the notebook. The fault might be either with the output pin of the AC Adapter or Input DC socket of the Notebook. If the LED Power indicator of the AC Adapter is not glowing then the AC Adapter is not working and requires replacement. If the AC Adapter is working then please remove the Battery and turn on the Notebook by directly connecting to the AC Adapter. If the issue still persists, then it might be hardware issue of the Notebook and Service might be required. Please contact the manufacturer to initiate the service.

The AC Adapter has to be used which is compatible with the particular model of the Notebook. You can refer the User Manual came with the Notebook to know the exact model number of the AC Adapter. To confirm whether the AC Adapter is working or not you can check the LED light of the AC Adapter, if the LED is glowing then it is working fine.

The function of the AC Adapter is to charge the Battery of the Notebook.

You can also use the Notebook by connecting the AC Adapter while it is charging or when it is fully charged.

Whenyou connect the power adapter into the laptop, does the power LED light up? Ifnot then - The battery adapter or the adapter's power lead or the laptop's powersocket could be faulty. Check power adapter's DCplug that connects into the laptop power socket with a multi-meter, the voltageshould be slightly higher than the voltage that is printed on the label on thebottom of the adapter. If the voltage is zero or way below the voltage that isprinted on the label then the power adapter is faulty and needs to be replaced. If the adapter is OK thenconnect it to the laptop and power it up, then look at the power/batterycharging LED light and wriggle the power plug in the laptop's power socket.If the power/battery LED light flashes and in a certain position this LED lightstays firm, then the power socket is either faulty or it has a dry solder jointwhere it is connected to the motherboard. This can be repaired but itrequires the laptop to be completely dismantled to get at this power socket andrepair. If you cannot DIY then I suggest you get a quote first.

If a PC suddenly fails to boot properly, you should perform a hard reset as the first action. Performing the hard reset will correct many problems. If the computer still does not start properly, select your symptom from the list below to guide you to the recommended corrective actions.

1. Disconnect all peripheral devices and remove all USB devices and SD media cards. You want to test the computer not the accessories!
2. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at least 15 seconds to drain all residual power and restore default startup settings.
3. Reconnect the AC power adapter (but do not insert the battery), Press the Power button, Look for glowing LEDs near caps lock and num lock keys, and Listen for sounds of a fan or other moving parts turning.
4. If the computer does not start, the LED lights do not glow, and the display is black, you can perform one or more of the following actions to resolve the no power issue.
   • Verify the computer is receiving power from the AC adapter . Verify that the AC adapter is not damaged and is connected correctly to a working wall outlet plug. Verify AC power is connected to the system board by examining the AC adapter, wiring, and pin connection for damage. The keyboard LEDs will glow when AC power is connected to the system board. Damaged components, like the AC adapter or the pin in the power connector, may require an HP-certified repair.
   • Use a different AC power adapter . If you have access to a different AC adapter or power pack that is designed for the computer, connect it to the notebook and try to start the computer. If you own or have access to more than one notebook, verify that you are using the adapter which belongs to the notebook. CAUTION: Using a power adapter that does not meet the power requirements or has the wrong type of connector may damage the computer. On newer notebook models, connecting the wrong adapter to the notebook may cause the power LED lights to blink but not power the computer.
   • Remove the battery and boot on AC power only . A discharged or defective battery may prevent the AC adapter from supplying enough power to start the computer. To verify that power from the AC adapter is available for PC; remove the battery, connect AC power adapter, and press power button. If available, try using a different AC adapter, that is rated for the PC, and repeat this test.
     • If LEDS do not glow and the fan or hard drive do not spin, AC adapter may need to be replaced.
     • If LEDs glow and PC boots, the battery may need to be replaced.
     • If LEDs glow but PC does not boot, go to LEDs glow, fan is heard, but display is black or blank section.
   • Remove the AC adapter and boot on battery power only . A defective AC adapter may not charge the battery and prevent the computer from booting on battery power only. To verify battery power available for the PC; connect AC power adapter, allow battery to charge for 30 minutes or more, disconnect the power adapter and press power button. If available, try using a fully charged battery, of the same type, from another computer and repeat this test.
     • If LEDS do not glow and the fan or hard drive do not spin, battery may need to be replaced.
     • If tests of both the battery and the AC adapter fail, there may be a problem with system board requiring service by HP.
     • If LEDs glow and PC boots, the AC adapter may need to be replaced.
     • If LEDs glow, but PC does not boot go to LEDs glow, fan is heard, but display is black or blank section.

1. Check your power cord & adapter.
2. If its working then check the battery, reseat the battery & check.
3. If available then check with another battery
4. If no, then remove the battery & switch on the PC in AC mode.
5. Check if battery charging indication or AC power on indication is glowing. if not then need to change ur motherboard.
6. If indication is OK, but could not power ON then check ur RAM for any loose connection or dust. clean & reinstall.

Remove the battery and plug the ac adaptor in check wethere the light on the port where you connect the ac adaptor glows or not, if no then check the wethere the ac adaptor is getting warm or not after you plug it in for few minutes if not then ac adaptor has to be replaced.
If the light on the port is glowing then it is likely that the power supply of the notebook has gone bad as it is not able to switch to ac adaptor or the port where you connect the ac adaptor to the notebook has a short circut when the acadaptor pin is connected , better try with a different ac adaptor to be sure wethere the issue is with ac adaptor or the notebook.
My best wishes

Sounds like a bad AC adapter not charging the system. If a known good adapter has the same issue (Or this adapter works on another system) then it is a motherboard replacement

Dear Sir,
Please follow the instructions below
1. Check the A/C Adapter Pin on the notebook where it is connected does the light glow...If not then it is a problem with the A/C Adapter...

A/C Adapter Troubleshooting
1. Check the Power Cord coming in from the wall socket to the A/C Adapter Brick if they are connected properly...
If they are then check the pin by turning or twisting it in the notebook if the light glows on the notebook pin connector if it does not then a new A/C Adapter is required.....

Let me know what does happen so i can help you out with the further steps....