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    M11x R2 won't boot or charge

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by BitByteBit, Mar 19, 2012.

  1. BitByteBit

    BitByteBit Notebook Guru

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    Took apart my M11x R2 and repasted the cpu and gpu.

    Now it doesn't respond when I press the power button. When I connect the charger it doesn't show that it's charging.

    If I press the battery indicator button, then the power button, the lights on the battery go off then on.

    I have double checked that the IO board is properly connected.

    I've taken this beast apart far too many times today...

    It is no longer under warranty and I really do not feel like calling my insurance company.
     
    BitByteBit, Mar 19, 2012
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    BitByteBit Notebook Guru

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    Turned out the ribbon connector for the power board was frayed slightly in such a way that two of the cables were touching. Fixed by separating them with a flathead screw driver. Will possibly have to purchase a new palm rest assembly in the future.
     
    BitByteBit, Apr 2, 2012
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  3. metalheadkicks

    metalheadkicks Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks mate, I was in a similar boat as you with my R1. I hope this is the same reason that was affecting my M11x, I will check as soon as I get home.
     
    metalheadkicks, Apr 3, 2012
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