I didn't read where you measured that battery voltage so let's go with a new one as it's a cheap gamble.
Also, increase the button hold time to 60 seconds to be sure.
Remember, this is not a sure thing. After all this you are probably looking at more expensive parts like charger and motherboard.
HI everyone
i need technical help
i have dell inspiron 1420 last day working fine but today its not working. i plug in charger power light indicate power connected
after pressing power button power light indicate again then after few seconds goes off and battery light blink then nothing..
i tried every thing i know
like plug out the battery holding the power button for 30 sec with power source the plug in not work
i disassemble all hardware components
ram, hard drive, lcd, bios battery, not work for me
experts!!!
any suggestion please

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