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Laptop hardware component & upgrades: Worth it to replace motherboard on HP Pavilion laptop?
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by Kegtapper - 3/22/09 3:54 PM In reply to: try this next time by KegtapperYour problem was not severe as most. Seems like it was only the MOSFETS on the frontend. Using the cheapest chips is not always the best solution.
I'd bet it was one of the Anachip AF4407/13/22/68 chips on the power in section. they keep changing the chip numbers but not improving durability or ability to hande surge/bounce. I always pull them and use Fairchild subs.
In response to "try this ..."
by bigelowbkm - 3/26/09 5:48 AM In reply to: try this next time by KegtapperHi--I did try this, and I thank you for the instructions, but it didn't work. I ended up sending the Pavilion back to HP for repairs. I realize it's a gamble, but I really don't have the cash right now to purchase a higher-end laptop. I'm crossing my fingers that I've made the right decision. Will post an update when I hear from HP with more news. Thanks--Barbara
The way the prices have come down on laptops
by orlbuckeye - 3/26/09 6:48 AM In reply to: Worth it to replace motherboard on HP Pavilion laptop? by bigelowbkmI would never change a motherboard unless it was covered under a warranty because it's cheaper to buy a new machine.
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by bigelowbkm - 3/26/09 7:05 AM In reply to: The way the prices have come down on laptops by orlbuckeyePeople have been telling me that the $600 (out the door, including tax and warranty) I can afford to spend on a new laptop wouldn't be enough to get anything other than another "disposable" model that will only last 2-3 years. What's done is done. I respect your opinion, but I really don't need to hear that I've made the wrong decision at this point. (Please note that the topic of my first post was, "Is it worth it to replace the motherboard on my HP Pavilion?")
Went for repair?
by merryroger - 8/10/09 5:13 PM In reply to: Worth it to replace motherboard on HP Pavilion laptop? by bigelowbkmPerhaps it's late and different manufacturer. But still wanted to add some.
I got a dell with video issues and of course it's out of warranty. Repair places quote me about $250 just for the parts (plus 2 hours of labor-$150). That's about $400.
$400 to repair my 3 year old laptop or add a couple of hundreds and get a new one... Of course new one might develop some issues but at least I'll have peace of mind for a couple of years while warranty is still valid.
I found this web site www.laptopsintocash.com and they offer $170 for my model.
For that money (Even just adding $400 to $170) I could get a new laptop with 4 times the Video capacity, core 2 duo cpu and twice the RAM (comparing to what I have).
Of course the issue would be with all my stuff on the hard drive, probably would have to put it on external drive...
By the way anyone knows any website with some discount coupons or promotions/deals on new laptops?
BEWARE THAT SITE.
by R. Proffitt
- 8/10/09 5:54 PM
In reply to: Went for repair? by merryroger
The stories continue to pour in that you get a quote for the dollar and send it in. Then they start discounting it down to the usual 50 to 99 bucks.
Don't say you weren't told about this.
too late
by merryroger - 8/17/09 4:50 PM In reply to: BEWARE THAT SITE. by R. Proffitt
)) too late to beware )).
I checked some forums that mentioned www.laptopsintocash.com
There are both good reviews and reviews complaining - most of reduction people complaint about I can understand: I've put "like new" condition, because I believe my laptop is in perfect cosmetic condition, but if they decide it's just "good" and give $170 instead of $180 - I won't cry.
Besides I'm just curious. I simply refuse to believe that something bad could happen. If it was 2001 when all kinds of stuff was going on on the internet - yes, but not in 2009.
Sending it out today. BTW box came in quick and it looks nice with fedex logo on it and foam inside and it's big enough even for my 17" "brick"
I'll post with updates.
Oh, folks, anyone knows links to some discount coupons for new laptops.
I believe vosotro 1710 is the newer 17" laptop by Dell, right?
Mission successful
by merryroger - 9/17/09 3:57 PM In reply to: BEWARE THAT SITE. by R. Proffitt
Not sure if anyone reads this:))
But I thought I ought to post follow up.
As I said I sent my laptop to these laptopsintocash guys and despite the fuss got paid exactly what was quoted. It took 10 days from the moment I sent the box out to the moment I received my check (full amount).
So, www.laptopsintocash.com works and pays.
Not here to advertise it, just thought have to say good words based on personal experience, in case anyone would ever wonder who or what they are.
BTW writing this from my new XPS M2010.
It's HUGE :)))
Can't really call it a laptop .lol. But it sure is more portable than any desktop.
Dell rules!! (not advertising either):)
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