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    Problem with M9700 series

    Discussion in 'Alienware Area-51/Aurora and Legacy Systems' started by barthy17, May 5, 2011.

  1. barthy17

    barthy17 Newbie

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    Hello, my computer is so messed up. It starts up right when i plug the charger in and turns off right when i pull it out. Also, there is a black screen and i cant see anything on it. Please help
     
    barthy17, May 5, 2011
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  2. kevmanw4301

    kevmanw4301 Notebook Deity

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    I had this problem. Open it up, and pop out the GPU. Repaste and reseat it. Fixed mine.
     
    kevmanw4301, May 5, 2011
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