The old HP notebook is no longer covered under warranty, but you might still find a repair option.
The old HP notebook is no longer covered under warranty, but you might still find a repair option.
Hi! My old HP notebook has been out of action for about three years. The serial number is CND80779KH. Unfortunately, I can’t retrieve the spec sheet because the screen isn’t working and the battery is dead. I plan to charge it today and see if it starts up. A friend and I think the backlight might be faulty—there are photos of the misaligned back panel with the keyboard attached. The warranty expired in 2019, but I’m wondering if it’s worth trying to repair it. If not, I’ll use it as a training tool to learn how to open and fix laptops privately.
The laptop isn’t working right now. Three years ago, the display wouldn’t power up, so I had to rely on a flashlight to see it. My friend believes the issue is with the backlight, and replacing the screen might solve it.
The wires linking the screen to the mainboard are broken. This is likely due to the hinge tearing apart. If your device has an HDMI connection, plug it into a TV or monitor. It should function properly as a fixed setup. Repairing it isn't worth the expense unless you locate a matching model with a faulty motherboard. You could then combine the two damaged units into a single working laptop.
It doesn't seem worthwhile to repair it. You can usually find an upper screen assembly on eBay for under $80. Then just swap the parts. However, you'd need the full kit with hinges and cables. A battery would cost around $30 on Amazon. If it has a standard mechanical HDD, consider replacing it with an SSD. Otherwise, spending money to fix it would be better than buying a newer refurbished model on eBay for $150 to $200. Unless it's a 9th generation or newer i5/i7, it's not worth the investment.