Posts by rms59

Quote: Originally Posted by Mr T  From experience, a lot of HP's do come into the shop, but they are a very popular brand and at a reasonable price, compared to Samsung, Toshibe, Sony and apple products etc.. Most repairs...

One more thing that I forgot to mention was the WOW factor. We used to design products that not only had great functionality but the art department made them look good too.... sometimes at the expense of functionality which used...

Yeah, I'm sure you're right but I'm kind of biased since I own two HP's that have been nothing but trouble. I'm retired but used to be an electronic designer so I understand that the more parts you pack in a small package the more...

No, but it always worked with the battery which delivered power through the other diode (which still tests good). I say no, because the battery pack continues to test bad according to my charger which is fully...

First, thanks for the replies and inputs. Here is an update before I run along.   To recap.... This laptop would run fine on a charged battery but not on the ac adapter alone. Remove the battery and the laptop...

  Quote: Originally Posted by qhn  this part might be failing ... http://www.machinaelectronics.com/store/buypart/HP_Pavilion_DV6000/431446-001 cheers ...   I wish it was, but that part does supply...

I tried another adapter and also a battery from a friend. Same thing happens.  

I have a HP DV6810US notebook that runs fine with the battery installed but the ac adapter doesn't charge it. I know the adapter is good because I get the 18v to the motherboard and the blue ring around the plug is...