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    Beeping power cord

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by info_mouse, Oct 25, 2006.

  1. info_mouse

    info_mouse Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey guys,

    I have a question for you guys...A friend of mine's Dell laptop (unknown model at moment) is beeping when its plugged into the wall...like when she plugs it in...it starts beeping...even if its not on...any idea as to what that would be...also the circumstances mabey different..so any idea on dell laptops beeping as it comes to power related issues?

    Thanks,

    Info_mouse
     
    info_mouse, Oct 25, 2006
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  2. Red Scorpion

    Red Scorpion Notebook Geek NBR Reviewer

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    You have a short circuit in the part of the cord the hooks in your laptop, try to locate the place of the short circuit and remove it, or simply but another adapter if you care about looks
     
    Red Scorpion, Oct 25, 2006
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