eMachines E528 Support Question
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Question posted by Archgre on June 28th, 2014
E Machine E528-2012 Wont Power Up
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on August 25th, 2014 11:39 AM
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When a laptop won't power on, it's often because of one of four things: the battery, the battery charger/AC adapter, the power board/battery charging board (if the laptop has one), or the motherboard.
You can attempt to rule out the battery by attaching the AC adapter and trying to turn the laptop on. If the laptop turns on when on AC power but won't turn on with the battery, then one of two things is happening: either the battery is bad, or the charger is bad and the battery has run down. If the laptop won't turn on with or without the AC adapter plugged in, then the battery is not the problem. If your AC adapter has an LED on it, you can often tell if the adapter isn't working because the LED won't light up. (However, just because the LED does come on doesn't mean the adapter is working as it should.)
If it doesn't seem to be either the charger/adapter or the battery, then you're probably looking at either the power board or motherboard. If you are comfortable taking the laptop apart, you might want to try replacing the power board, which is the board that the charger plugs into. Amazon.com sells power boards (also sometimes called power jack boards) for many laptops for between $15 and $30.
The motherboard is a more expensive option to replace, so a good rule of thumb is to try the less expensive parts first. If it still won't power on, you may have a bad motherboard, in which case it might be cheaper to get a new laptop than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
You can attempt to rule out the battery by attaching the AC adapter and trying to turn the laptop on. If the laptop turns on when on AC power but won't turn on with the battery, then one of two things is happening: either the battery is bad, or the charger is bad and the battery has run down. If the laptop won't turn on with or without the AC adapter plugged in, then the battery is not the problem. If your AC adapter has an LED on it, you can often tell if the adapter isn't working because the LED won't light up. (However, just because the LED does come on doesn't mean the adapter is working as it should.)
If it doesn't seem to be either the charger/adapter or the battery, then you're probably looking at either the power board or motherboard. If you are comfortable taking the laptop apart, you might want to try replacing the power board, which is the board that the charger plugs into. Amazon.com sells power boards (also sometimes called power jack boards) for many laptops for between $15 and $30.
The motherboard is a more expensive option to replace, so a good rule of thumb is to try the less expensive parts first. If it still won't power on, you may have a bad motherboard, in which case it might be cheaper to get a new laptop than have the motherboard repaired or replaced.
Related eMachines E528 Manual Pages
User Guide - Page 3
... from the wall outlet before cleaning
Unplug this document for future reference.
Turning the product off before cleaning. Unplug the power cord before connecting the power cord to the AC power outlet. CAUTION for bundled dummy cards (only for certain models)
Your computer shipped with plastic dummies installed in the slots. CAUTION for...
User Guide - Page 4
... details.
The plug only fits in installation unless proper ventilation is equipped with your dealer or local power company.
• Do not allow anything to protect it could result in a fire or electric ... or short-out parts that the total rating of any kind onto or into a non-grounded power outlet. If the product
falls, it from lithium battery pack.
• The bottom surface, areas...
User Guide - Page 5
... work by a qualified technician to restore the product to 240 V AC. The power cord included with the performance of this product from unexpected noise produced by other nearby... a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for that is a safety feature. Using a power outlet that country/region. Refer all servicing to dangerous voltage points or other countries/regions must meet...
User Guide - Page 13
... to its nature, the Generic User Guide as well as "only for the location of the power button. It is not installed on your computer, clicking on User Guide will occasionally refer to ...in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on the computer, simply press and release the power button below will run the Adobe Reader setup program first. If Adobe Reader is available in the ...
User Guide - Page 14
...; Use the Windows shutdown command
Click on Start
then click on Shut Down.
• Use the power button
You can also put the computer in should not exceed
the ampere rating of all equipment plugged into...8226; Do not connect the adapter to any liquid on again, wait at least two seconds before powering up. Also, the total current rating of the cord if you take care of your computer
Your ...
User Guide - Page 15
... or aerosol cleaners. Recycle if possible. xv
Taking care of your battery pack:
• Use only batteries of the same kind as replacements.
Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth.
User Guide - Page 18
...-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-210)
36
Exposure of humans to -disk recovery
20
Password
20
Using software
21
Playing DVD movies
21
Power management
22
eMachines Recovery Management
23
Burn backup discs
24
Restore
25
Restore Windows from backup discs
26
Troubleshooting
29
Troubleshooting tips
29
Error messages
...
User Guide - Page 23
...
• The volume level may be low and unable to restart the system. The computer's power management system automatically blanks the screen to adjust the volume. In Windows, look at the volume ... pack.
• Make sure that may arise during the use the volume control buttons to save power. Press the display
toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to
adjust the brightness level.
&#...
User Guide - Page 24
...on the system will be loose. I want to restore my computer to a USB port on the power. The system will be the only option for future recovery operations.
Simply insert the tip of a ... turning on the computer. Check the following:
• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it works, contact your C: drive. (Your C: drive will be erased.) It is the...
User Guide - Page 26
... recharging with time and use a battery pack for details on the computer and operate using battery power. 5 Fully deplete the battery until the battery-low warning appears. 6 Reconnect the AC adapter... will diminish with the computer turned off results in handy when you travel or during a power failure.
Conditioning a new battery pack
Before you use .
The battery is advisable to have...
User Guide - Page 27
... the following the battery conditioning process you want to continue using your battery to use constant AC power, you use ;
Otherwise, turn off the computer first. make sure that the
end with the... and discharged three times. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the open battery bay; the more than two weeks, you from the unit, connect the...
User Guide - Page 28
... Store the battery pack in the battery bay.
Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on AC power while your AC adapter and battery. Higher temperatures cause the battery to see the ... follow the suggestions set out below: • Purchase an extra battery pack. • Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for the day. Note: You are advised to operate your computer on the...
User Guide - Page 29
... spare battery pack.
1. When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on the computer and resume work . The AC adapter or a power outlet is available.
1. Resume work . Shut down the operating system to recharge the battery rapidly. Turn on your situation:
Situation
Recommended Action
The AC adapter...
User Guide - Page 30
...the display cover to place it in Sleep mode by pressing + . then press and release the power button. Disconnecting from the desktop
Follow these steps to disconnect your computer from external accessories: 1 Save ... the
computer. You can put the computer in Sleep mode. then press and release the power button. Preparing the computer
Before moving within the building. If you are ready to use ...
User Guide - Page 31
...home or vice versa. Failure to prepare the computer for a period of the computer.
If the power indicator is off .
Caution: Avoid packing items next to plug in the meeting room does not have... some items at home, take the following items with you :
• AC adapter and power cord • The printed Quick Guide What to bring to meetings
If your meeting is relatively short...
User Guide - Page 33
Traveling internationally with the computer. Airport security X-ray
machines are safe, but do not put the computer through a metal detector.
• ... fully-charged battery packs • Additional printer driver files if you plan to use converter kits sold for appliances to power the computer.
• If you are using the modem, check if the modem and connector is compatible with the...
User Guide - Page 35
... enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears.
If you fail to enter the password correctly after three tries, the system halts.
Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password. If you
enter the password incorrectly, a warning message appears. Try again and press .
• When the User Password...
User Guide - Page 40
... activity refers to any activity involving one or more of these devices in power management unit that supports the advanced configuration and power interface (ACPI), which allows for maximum power conservation and maximum performance at the same time. Windows handles all power-saving chores for a period of time (called an inactivity timeout), the computer...
User Guide - Page 52
... effective hand-over of a call to another device connected to the same line.
9 Under power failure conditions this product may or may occasionally misfire or appear as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth... modules). Please ensure that a separate telephone, not dependent on local power, is DTMF tone dialing. General
This product complies with the essential requirements and other ...
User Guide - Page 53
... section and all persons.
Usage allowed in such a manner that the potential for the latest country list. The FCC RF safety requirement
The radiated output power of European Union, as well as Norway, Switzerland, Iceland and Liechtenstein.
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