Laptops Repair Guides
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HP — Won't Turn On
An HP laptop that won't turn on is usually caused by a drained battery, a power issue, or static buildup. The good news is that a simple power reset fixes this problem about 70% of the time. It takes just a few minutes and costs nothing.
Dell — Overheating
A Dell laptop overheating is almost always caused by dust clogging the fans and air vents. Over time, a thick blanket of dust builds up inside, blocking airflow. Cleaning it out with compressed air takes just a few minutes and usually fixes the problem completely. You can do this even if you've never opened a laptop before.
Apple — Keyboard Not Working
MacBook keyboard problems are very common, especially on 2016-2019 models with butterfly-style keys. The good news is that most keyboard issues are caused by dust and debris under the keys. Apple's recommended cleaning method fixes it for a lot of people. If your MacBook is a 2016-2019 model, Apple may fix it for free under their keyboard service program.
Lenovo — Black Screen
A Lenovo laptop with a black screen usually means the display is off but the computer might still be running. Listen for the fan — if you hear it, the laptop is on and it's a display problem, not a power problem. A hard reset fixes this issue most of the time.
Generic — Fan Loud or Noisy
A loud laptop fan is almost always caused by dust buildup or high CPU usage. Dust clogs the fan and heatsink, forcing the fan to spin faster and louder. The fix is usually just a good cleaning. If the fan is grinding or clicking, it may need replacing — but even that is an affordable and doable repair.
Generic — Battery Not Charging
A laptop battery that won't charge is usually caused by a software glitch, a worn-out battery, or a faulty charger. Before you spend money on a new battery, try the free software fixes — they work more often than you'd think. You can check your battery's health right from the command line.