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Hi @wetsocks I suspect the OS might be corrupted. seems alot are hit… https://www.zdnet.com/article/windows-10-has-microsoft-cleaned-up-its-update-mess-spoiler-maybe/ Are there any important data inside your laptop? If so, consider making a bootable usb of hiren with winpe. USB boot hiren to access your storage device. once backup is completed, I suggest you to do a clean reinstallation of your OS, which i think it is win10. Not sure if there is a built in test in model. but you can try.. To test hardware, turn on the computer press F10 run all test and check for any hardware issues.

Hi @mccjong If possible take some pictures and let us have a look… btw Im not sure if it is Inspiron 1520-PP22L If this is the model…. IMO the parts if direct from Dell, which likely not available as EOL, or from aliexpress / amazon / ebay can be costly ... not economic to repair to just buy the body / frame parts. If this laptop is sentimental / important, and you still wish to get it fixed, consider getting this same model in ebay … listed as is or for parts, which is much cost effective. E.g. https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R4...

Hi Mark, what had you tried? Had you tried checking on the toner? Do you have a spare toner? If so, install and print again. Observe the results There are some possible reasons why you are getting this…. Share with you on the links below for an idea: https://smallbusiness.chron.com/causes-laserjet-printer-pages-smeared-57965.html https://www.printertechs.com/printer-troubleshooting/common-print-defects/181-defect-toner-smear

Hi @nyazilla I have some suggestion, try updating the drivers and see if it works. https://downloadcenter.intel.com/product...-Centrino-Ultimate-N-6300-Dual-Band Install Hotkey Features Integration under Software and Utilities https://pcsupport.lenovo.com/sg/en/produ...-and-netbooks/thinkpad-t-series-laptops/thinkpad-t420/downloads?linkTrack=Caps%3ABody_Sea...) If it does not work, try blocking pin 20 and see if it works. Sometimes faulty wifi switch can cause this weird issues. https://www.eevblog.com/forum/beginners/...-mini-pci-_off_-switch-to-defeat-bios-restriction-on-choice-of-wifi-cards/

Hi @frysen Normally for Desktop Assembly, This Phillips #2 Screwdriver This is recommended, 6-in-1 Screwdriver Unless for investment, you can look stuffs like stanley, vessel, etc. For laptop, you can consider this Pro Tech Toolkit - Refurbished

Hi @terelmore Had you tried replacing the batteries? try this to pair your device again https://www.dell.com/support/article/sg/...-to-use-the-dell-universal-pairing?lang=en

Hi @hotmom224 When you look on the fuse diagram, do you have any idea what does it connect to? Well for this you might need to send in to mechanic to have OBD readings some ideas: https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/2006_...

Hi @lazva based on the reference design on the mainboard, I do not see any RAM slots. Hence upgrade is not possible.

Hi, if this is the model and you are just looking for the power adapter just get a 5V 1.0A DC adapter Below is the picture of the DC voltage for the device. https://d3nevzfk7ii3be.cloudfront.net/ig...

@chilledlava had you press other buttons to test on the dpi? Is it still under warranty? If so, send in for replacement. not sure if your light sensor is using infrared or LED if LED check if there are lights. sometimes the camera / sensor could be faulty.

Tips: Either use a multimeter or use a CR2032 battery to test the LED before soldering in :)))