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Did my HP G70-460US laptop stay off when I turned it on?

Did my HP G70-460US laptop stay off when I turned it on?

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pafrickstump
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09-13-2026, 01:17 AM
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I've used this laptop since it came out brand new and I never had a single problem with it! When I moved my desk around and unplugged the computer for about two months, when I plugged it back in, that little light at the PC connection blinked. The computer wouldn't turn on. After installing the battery after about 30 minutes, the area right next to the plug (in the upper left-hand corner above the keyboard) got a bit warm, so I unplugged it for a few hours. Taking out the battery and plugging it back in made no difference—it still wouldn't power on. But that same spot started getting hot again, so I unplugged it once more while I researched this online to see if anyone else can help or point me somewhere to look. Thanks, WDougK PS: I have a Dell laptop too; the plug-in location is in the exact same place as an HP one, and that specific area of the keyboard top feels warmer than the rest. I guess this means it's just where the fan is located and it isn't really a problem. Maybe the HP's fan is working?
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pafrickstump
09-13-2026, 01:17 AM #1

I've used this laptop since it came out brand new and I never had a single problem with it! When I moved my desk around and unplugged the computer for about two months, when I plugged it back in, that little light at the PC connection blinked. The computer wouldn't turn on. After installing the battery after about 30 minutes, the area right next to the plug (in the upper left-hand corner above the keyboard) got a bit warm, so I unplugged it for a few hours. Taking out the battery and plugging it back in made no difference—it still wouldn't power on. But that same spot started getting hot again, so I unplugged it once more while I researched this online to see if anyone else can help or point me somewhere to look. Thanks, WDougK PS: I have a Dell laptop too; the plug-in location is in the exact same place as an HP one, and that specific area of the keyboard top feels warmer than the rest. I guess this means it's just where the fan is located and it isn't really a problem. Maybe the HP's fan is working?

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_Mechalord_
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09-13-2026, 02:33 AM
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Since you took out the battery and there is still no power, here are a few possibilities: First, did you try a real, working charger so we know if that's the problem? It sounds simple but it happens often. Second, is the charging plug loose in any way? If so, the connection on the charger might be broken, or maybe something else is touching the port which makes things get hot (that probably isn't happening). Third, the motherboard could have failed (that would make this the last option to consider).
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_Mechalord_
09-13-2026, 02:33 AM #2

Since you took out the battery and there is still no power, here are a few possibilities: First, did you try a real, working charger so we know if that's the problem? It sounds simple but it happens often. Second, is the charging plug loose in any way? If so, the connection on the charger might be broken, or maybe something else is touching the port which makes things get hot (that probably isn't happening). Third, the motherboard could have failed (that would make this the last option to consider).

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IvyTheCat
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09-13-2026, 10:56 AM
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Thanks hedwar2011 , I checked the adapter and saw 19.4 volts right on the inner casing and pin, so I thought everything was fine. But that plug in socket on my laptop has always felt a bit loose. Usually just pressing down on it fixes things up and everything works well. So I took it apart and found this bad thing on the motherboard! I already ordered a used MB and will test it out later! Anyone think this can be fixed or repaired?
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IvyTheCat
09-13-2026, 10:56 AM #3

Thanks hedwar2011 , I checked the adapter and saw 19.4 volts right on the inner casing and pin, so I thought everything was fine. But that plug in socket on my laptop has always felt a bit loose. Usually just pressing down on it fixes things up and everything works well. So I took it apart and found this bad thing on the motherboard! I already ordered a used MB and will test it out later! Anyone think this can be fixed or repaired?

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SrMaxito_
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09-13-2026, 04:35 PM
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Hi, if you can get access to the motherboard, it will work. First, disconnect the battery and charger, then also the bios battery. Just keep everything unplugged and press the power button on the board for 15 seconds to let all electricity drain away. Then, plug in the batteries again and put the charger back on. Usually, your laptop should turn itself on or you can just hold the power button if it doesn't start. If it still won't start, check the area near the charger; if that part feels really hot, unplug the laptop right then. In that case, you probably need a professional service to fix the problem because a hot spot might mean something wrong with the power circuit on the motherboard, but they will have to take a look at it anyway.
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SrMaxito_
09-13-2026, 04:35 PM #4

Hi, if you can get access to the motherboard, it will work. First, disconnect the battery and charger, then also the bios battery. Just keep everything unplugged and press the power button on the board for 15 seconds to let all electricity drain away. Then, plug in the batteries again and put the charger back on. Usually, your laptop should turn itself on or you can just hold the power button if it doesn't start. If it still won't start, check the area near the charger; if that part feels really hot, unplug the laptop right then. In that case, you probably need a professional service to fix the problem because a hot spot might mean something wrong with the power circuit on the motherboard, but they will have to take a look at it anyway.