Citaat:

I'm not big on Compaq after the power-connector issue turned my R3230US desktop replacement into $1500 worth of junk, but presumably this one was built after that was resolved. It has a 90-day warranty. (I'm interested in comments on issues with 64-bit processing.)



Just recently the power-connector on my Acer Aspire 3000 finally gave up and decided to stop functioning. Fortunately I found a store that sells computer and laptop spare-parts. For a couple of Euros I got a new connector. OK, I had to take the laptop apart beyond all recognition to be able to solder in the new part, but hey, my old laptop was saved (and so was a lot of money )

Last year my wife managed to break (literally) the display of her (brand new) laptop. I found a replacement display for about 100 Euro. Spent less than 10 minutes replacing the thing.

Just to say: if your laptop is total-loss as it is, it might be worth your while to try and find replacement parts and repair the thing yourself. Be careful not to overheat the mainboard of your laptop: use a low wattage soldering iron (15W-60W). Also get an ESD wristband to prevent ESD while working on the laptop. If you ask the store about it, you might even get a disposable ESD wristband for free. (Some parts come with a disposable wristband, so they may have a couple laying around.)

Last edited by Mike sings; 05/19/10 11:14 AM.
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