Recently, I bought the laptop from the original owner with some
warranty time left on it. I found it had the problems described
below.  I contacted HP and they repaired it at their cost. However, I
now find that the same problems occur, but much less frequently. That
makes it more difficult to convince HP that there's a problem.  I'd
really prefer that they just give me a repalcement.  Any advice would
be appreciated.

When started up, the computer seems to behave normally.  The modem
will dial into AOL and connect successfully.  However, after as
little as 20 minutes, some or all of the following will occur:
1) The modem will dial the AOL number and repeatedly go through the
negotiating process with the outside modem, but will not
connect.
2) The mouse will become 'sticky' on the screen.
3) The mouse and the keyboard will lock up, requiring a restart.
4) A continuous 'screeching' noise will spontaneously start from the
speakers.

When immediately restarted after the above problems, the computer may
continue to have bad symptoms.  Notably, the modem will not connect.
(see #1 above)  However, if left off for an hour or so, the computer
will behave normally again for a brief period of time, after which
the problems will repeat.

I believe there is a thermal problem.  Something overheats and causes
the problems, but regresses to normal behavior after allowed to cool.

Hi,

You can try using a Disk Partitioning utility such as "Partition
Magic" to wipe out the exisiting partition and create a new one.

Joe

hi groups
i have 20gb hard drive of laptop
when i put in in my laptop it ask me a password
i ha an adapter and puged this hard disk drive in to my computer.
i use fdisk and it write me "hard disk access impossible"
what can i do?

what is this U520? Is it an additional board on the system board? Is
it the CPU, voltage regulator? ect ect?

Joe

Hi, nad thanks in advance.
I need part id # for (u520) on the sys board 258817-001.
I would also like to know if any of you have this same working sys
board and would like to sell it.

--- In Laptop_Repair@y..., aqs12@m... wrote:
> I have never heard of this being done, the only thing close to this
> idea that we've done in the past is use the LCD screen from the
> laptop on desktop PCs.
>
> I think the fact that each laptop component is made specifically
for
> that case and additional components limits your ability to use any
> type of "Universal" component, which does not exist.
>
> Joe

Good answer, to buy the individual parts to build a laptop would cost
a fortune.  Since there are very few generic parts manufactured for
this units it's much simpler to buy a prefab.

GLW

Thank you very much!!!:)

Jason

At 01:32 PM 10/20/2001 +0000, you wrote:
>Hi Jason, with the screen open, and looking at the laptop, where it
>says "Gateway Solo" near the LCD readout, that plastic piece pops out
>without any screw removal.
>
>Once you pop that off, you'll need to unscrew the keyboard hold down
>screws and remove the keyboard, from there you should be on your way.
>
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Hi Jason, with the screen open, and looking at the laptop, where it
says "Gateway Solo" near the LCD readout, that plastic piece pops out
without any screw removal.

Once you pop that off, you'll need to unscrew the keyboard hold down
screws and remove the keyboard, from there you should be on your way.

Joe

Hi all,
I have a Gateway Solo 2550, that recently started making a noise I suspect
to be coming from the CPU fan.  I am quite experienced with desktop
computers, but I just can't figure out how to get this laptop case opened
up so I can get access to all the internals.  I removed every screw and
piece of hardware I can find, but I can't figure out how to get the entire
case opened.  If anyone knows what the trick is, I would greatly appreciate it!

Thanx,
Jason

I have never heard of this being done, the only thing close to this
idea that we've done in the past is use the LCD screen from the
laptop on desktop PCs.

I think the fact that each laptop component is made specifically for
that case and additional components limits your ability to use any
type of "Universal" component, which does not exist.

Joe

anyone have any resources on someone building their own laptop?

thanks

Hello aqs12@...

On 05-Sep-01, you wrote:

> Most of AST's older Laptops are now supported by "Ari - Service" Take
> a look at this link for additional info on your system. Let us know
> if you need more help.
>
> http://www.ari-service.com/blender/cache/503146-501.htm
>
> Joe
>

Yes thats where AST sent me but they did'nt want to know.

All i want to know is how to get inside to replace the floppy drive.

I know most laptop have clips on either side of the keyboard but this
one does'nt and i don't want to damage anything trying.

If anyone knows how i would appreciate their help. Thank you.

Have Fun,
             Terry

Most of AST's older Laptops are now supported by "Ari - Service" Take
a look at this link for additional info on your system. Let us know
if you need more help.

http://www.ari-service.com/blender/cache/503146-501.htm

Joe

THANKS!
we finally got the Ram added over the weekend
it did go under that cover
it was the easiest installation we've ever done
thanks again,  Debbie

would it be possible to send me instructions on how to change a floppy
drive?
AST were not very helpfull.

Thank you for any help you can supply.

Hi Debbie,

Most compaq's SODIMM slot is located on the bottom of the laptop
under a black cover.

If it's not located there, please give us the model number and we'll
look into it further.

Joe

Hi,
I've installed ram on several mini towers but, I need to install ram
in a Compaq laptop and I'm not sure how to get into the laptop.  Is
this a very tricky job?
   thanks,  Debbie

--- In Laptop_Repair@y..., aqs12@m... wrote:
> Hello Tony, your laptop can be one of the following 5 models:
>
> XE2-DC  - CD P/N: F1664-60906
>
>
> XE2-DD
> XE2-DE  - CD P/N: F1772-60923
> XE2-DI
>
>
> XE2-DB  - CD P/N: F1753-60914
>
> Thesed rive can be purchased through HP. The prices range from
$120 -
> $135.00
>
>
Thanks for the info joe,will get on it----tony

Hello Tony, your laptop can be one of the following 5 models:

XE2-DC  - CD P/N: F1664-60906


XE2-DD
XE2-DE  - CD P/N: F1772-60923
XE2-DI


XE2-DB  - CD P/N: F1753-60914

Thesed rive can be purchased through HP. The prices range from $120 -
$135.00


Joe

--- In Laptop_Repair@y..., aqs12@m... wrote:
> --- In Laptop_Repair@y..., tony16hex@h... wrote:
> > Hi where will i get a new cd drive for my laptop,the drive is
made
> by
> > tech.thanks tony
>
>
> Hey Tony, whats the model # of your Laptop? Thanks!
>
> Joe  Hi mate hp omnibook xe2 any help ~tony

--- In Laptop_Repair@y..., tony16hex@h... wrote:
> Hi where will i get a new cd drive for my laptop,the drive is made
by
> tech.thanks tony


Hey Tony, whats the model # of your Laptop? Thanks!

Joe

Hi where will i get a new cd drive for my laptop,the drive is made by
tech.thanks tony

hi dave, did you try installing the keyboard before the top bezel
trim?

Joe

I just replaced the chassis on a Gateway Solo 2000 - 5100 and cannot
get the keyboard to seat.  How do you get the keyboard to attach in
the front?

Dave Bishoff

Hi Joe,

     Thanks for your advice about the plug-in to understand
Chinese/Japanese text.   I've had a look around the Japanese IBM site,
but cannot find any reference to such a thing.   Any more clues,
please?


         Cheers,


             Roger Mason,  in St. Agnes,  England

Hi Roger,

When I first visited that site my Browser prompted me to download a
plugin to read Chinese text. Try looking around the main Japan site,
hopefully it will propt you also at some point?

Joe

Hi Joe K,

    Thanks for the two URL's.   I had a look and the second one is for
the computer that I have.   Unfortunately it appears to be all in
Japanese.   A great pity as there was 220 pages of invaluable
information!!

    Do you have any URL's in English?


      Cheers,


         Roger Mason,  in St. Agnes, England

Hi Roger, take a look at one of these two links:


http://www-6.ibm.com/jp/pc/home/manual/0012/a8855850.pdf

-or-

http://www-6.ibm.com/jp/pc/home/manual/0012/a8856530.pdf



Joe K

AQS Computer Service
716-565-3430

Hi,

    I have recently obtained an old IBM ThinkPad 345CS.   Is it
possible to obtain an Owner's Manual?   It would be very convenient
if there was a location on the Web with this document.

    Any leads will be useful.


       Roger

Welcome to the Laptop Repair forum! I created this forun for Laptop
repair techicians to have a place to research common and uncommon
issues with ANY brand of laptop.

Also, I know how hard it is sometimes very hard to locate parts for
older "Out of warranty" laptops. I'm hoping this will be a valuable
link to getting information of part suppliers across the world.

Thanks again,

Joe K.