D610 dead except when in docking station ... well the difference betweeen dock and non dock operation is the DC supply is routed via the dock connector Vs the D ...

dave-p · 11-03-2009, 09:36 PM

well the difference betweeen dock and non dock operation is the DC supply is routed via the dock connector Vs the DC jack on the laptop.

But I have to admit this is a strange one.

It seems to me you have an issue with the DC power circuit on the motherboard.

it is possible the DC jack is the problem, but the operation on battery (charged) should work all the time, and if I read your note above is right you have problems with that as well.

So IMO the issue is most likely the Motherboard.

Lets see what others have to say.

Sea_Eagle · 11-03-2009, 10:34 PM

The D610 is new to me so I am a bit cautious at this stage about dismantling and applying power flying lead wise but I am prepared to do this to make sure that power does get past the connector on the motherboard. I did however check very thoroughly with ohm meter and resoldered joints.

Unfortunately I am leaning towards the same conclusion as you. Just hoping there still are a few options to pursue.

Just found that I can obtain a D600 motherboard for a few cents plus transport any chance that is close enough to replace a D610 mobo.

I just think it is pity for good 'resources' going to the dump so I will push the reppair a bit, is not overly important (retired)

Sea_Eagle · 11-04-2009, 07:10 AM

I am starting to look for schematic diagram for the D610, found this crowd:

http://www.laptopschematic.com/dell-...matic-diagram/

Has anybody dealt with them.

If so, is the material good quality?

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11-03-2009, 10:34 PM	#2
Sea_Eagle Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 7 Credits: 262	The D610 is new to me so I am a bit cautious at this stage about dismantling and applying power flying lead wise but I am prepared to do this to make sure that power does get past the connector on the motherboard. I did however check very thoroughly with ohm meter and resoldered joints. Unfortunately I am leaning towards the same conclusion as you. Just hoping there still are a few options to pursue. Just found that I can obtain a D600 motherboard for a few cents plus transport any chance that is close enough to replace a D610 mobo. I just think it is pity for good 'resources' going to the dump so I will push the reppair a bit, is not overly important (retired)

11-04-2009, 07:10 AM	#3
Sea_Eagle Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 7 Credits: 262	I am starting to look for schematic diagram for the D610, found this crowd: http://www.laptopschematic.com/dell-...matic-diagram/ Has anybody dealt with them. If so, is the material good quality?