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    Averatec 6100 shuts down after 3 or 4 sec

    Discussion in 'Other Manufacturers' started by cdavis13, Dec 26, 2006.

  1. cdavis13

    cdavis13 Newbie

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    Hi,

    I have an Averatec 6100 that shuts down after 3 or 4 seconds. You can restart it as many times as you want, but it still stops after 3 or 4 sec. I have reseated the RAM a couple times as suggested by ----------- but still no joy. I'll be happy to listen to any suggestions.

    TIA,
    Carl
     
    cdavis13, Dec 26, 2006
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  2. Zero

    Zero The Random Guy

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    This is probably a motherboard fault. Does the notebook enter POST, and show up any detailsl on the screen? If it doesn't, then it is very likely to be a motherboard fault, and they are very expensive to replace, in a notebook anyway. If your notebook is under warranty, then you may need to give Averatec a call, and ask them to repair it.
     
    Zero, Dec 26, 2006
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  3. ISleepy1

    ISleepy1 Notebook Enthusiast

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    What exactly happens? Do u get the white averatec screen then nothing?? if so it could be a HD problem, if not ur looking at a mobo problem. Post some more info :)
     
    ISleepy1, Dec 27, 2006
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    blue68f100 Notebook Virtuoso

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    If the battery is bad it will do the same thing. Mine requires a battery to boot. Could be caused by a faulty power distribution board and/or charger.
     
    blue68f100, Dec 28, 2006
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  5. cdavis13

    cdavis13 Newbie

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    Yup, I think it's the battery. After charging it 2 days ago & setting it aside, I tried it again today and it was absolutley DEAD. No even 1 residual volt left hangin' around in there. I ordered a new battery and we'll start over. I'll let you know what happens.

    Later,
    Carl
     
    cdavis13, Dec 29, 2006
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