eMachines E528 Support Question
eMachines E528 Support Question
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Question posted by shamadjc on June 28th, 2014
Emachine E528-2325 Wont Turn On, Plugged In But No Sing Of Power
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Answer #1: Posted by freginold on July 31st, 2014 9:03 AM
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Often when a laptop won't power on, it's 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 themotherboard.
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 electrical outlet. Turning the product off before connecting the power cord to block out noisy surroundings. • Decrease the volume if you can hear clearly and comfortably. • Do not increase the volume level after your hearing, follow these instructions carefully. When you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and...
User Guide - Page 4
...; Never use this product near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in too
many devices. Using electrical power • This product should never be operated from overheating. The plug only fits in a fire or electric shock. These openings must not exceed 80% of small children. Keep them out
of...
User Guide - Page 5
... those controls that may interfere with the system meets the requirements for that country/region. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel when:
• the power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed • liquid was spilled into the product • the product was purchased. Using...
User Guide - Page 13
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First things first
We would like to the basic features and functions of the power button. It covers basic topics such as system utilities, data recovery, expansion options and ...in Portable Document Format (PDF) and comes preloaded on such subjects as eMachines Recovery Management, using your computer
Turning your new computer. Quick Guide introduces you to thank you get started...
User Guide - Page 14
... should not exceed
the ampere rating of the cord if you cannot power off , do not pull on the cord itself but pull
on the plug.
• The total ampere ratings of the following:
• ...• Do not slam the computer display when you turn off the computer and want to turn the power off the computer normally, press and hold the power button for more than four seconds to direct sunlight. ...
User Guide - Page 15
Turn the power off the computer and remove the battery pack. 2 Disconnect the AC adapter. 3 Use a soft, moist cloth. ...5.
Recycle if possible. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Cleaning and servicing
When cleaning the computer, follow these steps: 1 Turn off
before removing or replacing batteries.
• Do not tamper with batteries. If either of the following occurs:
• the ...
User Guide - Page 18
...-exempt radio
communication devices (RSS-210)
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Exposure of humans to -disk recovery
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Password
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Using software
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Playing DVD movies
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Power management
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eMachines Recovery Management
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Burn backup discs
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Restore
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Restore Windows from backup discs
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting tips
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Error messages
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Regulations and...
User Guide - Page 23
... a list of possible situations that the AC adapter is properly plugged into the computer
and to the power outlet.
• If it is not lit, no power is in the external USB floppy drive?
Press + < >..., the computer is being supplied to save power. I turned on the screen.
Press the display
toggle hotkey + to toggle the display back to turn the display back on the battery, it may...
User Guide - Page 24
... connected securely to its original settings without turning on the power.
Check the following:
• Make sure that the printer is connected to a power outlet and that it works, contact your....
Before performing a restore operation, please check the BIOS settings. 1 Check to see if eMachines Disk-to eject the tray. The system will be loose.
Note: To activate the BIOS utility...
User Guide - Page 26
...supports charge-in a significantly faster charge time. The battery will diminish with the computer turned off results in -use . It is a "conditioning" process that you are advised ...
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Battery pack
The computer uses a battery pack that gives you travel or during a power failure.
Battery pack characteristics
The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current ...
User Guide - Page 27
... to its effective life. By following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery
inserted. If you condition your computer.
Installing and removing the battery pack
Important... battery bay;
In addition, the useful lifespan of about 300 charges. Otherwise, turn off the computer first. Use this procedure will prevent you from the unit, connect the AC...
User Guide - Page 28
...start the next day with the computer turned off results in the battery bay. The recommended
temperature is charging. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to follow ...battery pack in a cool, dry place.
Checking the battery level
The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to release the battery. 2 ...
User Guide - Page 29
Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the Windows power meter. Turn off the
computer. 4.
Close all applications. 3. Shut down the operating system to recharge the battery rapidly. Close all applications. 3. Save all necessary files.
3. Turn on your situation:
Situation
Recommended Action
The AC adapter and a power outlet are available.
1....
User Guide - Page 30
...compact disks from the drive(s). 3 Shut down the computer: Click on Start, Turn Off Computer, then click on Turn Off Or: You can put the computer in Sleep mode. You can now ...Disconnect the cord from your office desk to disconnect your computer.
then press and release the power button.
Disconnecting from the desktop
Follow these steps to a meeting room. Then close and latch...
User Guide - Page 31
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Note: If the Sleep indicator is off . In both cases, press and release the power button to plug in your computer in the meeting will be longer, or if your computer. If your home ... follow these steps to remove the media can damage the screen. If the power indicator is off but the Sleep indicator is turned off , the computer has entered Hibernation mode and is on . Preparing the ...
User Guide - Page 35
...press to access the BIOS utility. You have three chances to shut down the computer. Then turn on boot parameter is set, a prompt appears when you fail to enter the password correctly after... the User Password and press to use the computer. Try again and press . Press and hold the power button for four seconds to enter a password.
Try again and press .
• When the User Password...
User Guide - Page 37
Please consult a qualified technician or contact your local eMachines dealer. Then turn the computer over to install memory: 1 Turn off the computer, unplug the AC adapter (if connected) ...cover and secure it with the screw. 5 Reinstall the battery pack, and reconnect the AC adapter. 6 Turn on the computer. English
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Installing memory
Follow these steps to access its base. 2 Remove the screws ...
User Guide - Page 41
... that do not have a built-in optical disc burner, plug in an external optical disc burner before entering eMachines Recovery Management for general reference only. To use the password...is for optical disc-related tasks. Actual product specifications may vary. English
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eMachines Recovery Management
eMachines Recovery Management is a tool to Factory Defaults • Restore Operating System and ...
User Guide - Page 44
...will need to insert the first backup disc and enable the F12 Boot Menu. 1 Turn on screen prompts to complete the restore.
7 Remove the recovery disc from the optical.... Do this before rebooting your computer. 2 The system will reboot. 3 After rebooting, when the eMachines logo shows, press the F12 key to select the optical drive, then press the ENTER key. Actual product specifications may vary...
User Guide - Page 45
Restart your computer. 2 During startup when the eMachines logo shows, press the F2 key to a lower boot priority. If you prefer to set the boot priority ..., or use the F5 key to move other devices to enter
BIOS Setup, where you should select the Boot submenu. 1 Turn on your computer and insert the first system recovery disc into the
optical disc drive. Ensure that the optical drive device is ...
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