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Laptop crashes whenever I tilt the machine
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 12:26 pm
by Inst
Right now, the laptop crashes whenever I tilt the machine back towards the monitor. Once it achieves a 10 degree angle, the machine automatically turns off. Anyone have any idea how to fix this problem?
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 1:27 pm
by Harryc
What machine type/model is this please? (Obtained from the sticker on the bottom of the machine)
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 1:29 pm
by Inst
7665 T61
My repair to the handrest failed; and I suspect that I loosened some parts in the process. Hopefully it's just that some loose parts short-circuit the motherboard; that I can fix tomorrow with a screwdriver and some shakes.
I'd like to get some further input, however.
The tilt-turnoff has changed, by the way; it's no longer 10 degrees and I don't care to experiment tonight. Hopefully it's just a short-circuiting machine part
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 1:32 pm
by Harryc
Try reseating the Ultranav and keyboard connectors.
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 1:42 pm
by Inst
i'll try it when i open the thing.
Posted: Sun Aug 03, 2008 2:19 pm
by Puppy
Try to disable or better uninstall (and reboot) the Active Protection System to check whether the problem persists. It does not look like typical BGA problem.