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Question

Laptop don't fail me now. Please? No? Fine, you're scrap

by Auleo Jul 11, 2015 10:12PM PDT

So, my previous motherboard decided to bail out on me so I had that replaced by a same make and model online for a good price. I have currently a dell inspiron 14 n4030 notebook that I love but it decided to have a heart attack. Now, I have replaced the motherboard, however, the only stimulus I receive from it is the power light on the front of the laptop and the optical drive seem to light up in sync every 3-5 sec or so when plugged in, and when its off the plug its the same situation except happens once. So, I'm not sure if I have to get a new graphics card or not. When I press the power button, only said lights activate. No fan, no start up noise, no logo or LCD display screen activity. I know your just being shy with your new friend lappy, but I will scrap you for an ASUS if you continue your shenanigans you loveable thing

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