We're aware that some users are experiencing technical issues which the team are working to resolve. See the Community Noticeboard for more info. Thank you for your patience.
📨 Have you signed up to the Forum's new Email Digest yet? Get a selection of trending threads sent straight to your inbox daily, weekly or monthly!

Laptops

Options
markstev27
markstev27 Posts: 152 Forumite
Part of the Furniture
in Techie Stuff
Hi

Does anyone know of any Laptop offers/deals at the moment.

Either buy out right or trade in.

Our laptop is struggling to charge (I think it has a dodgy connection)
«1

Comments

  • grumpycrab
    grumpycrab Posts: 5,025 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Bake Off Boss!
    markstev27 wrote: »
    Our laptop is struggling to charge (I think it has a dodgy connection)
    Is that a dodgy connection at the laptop? How do you know - is there a charging light on the laptop that flickers on/off when you turn the connection. If still unsure remove the battery; does the laptop work reliably from mains? (don't do any important work like this in case it suddenly loses power).
    If you put your general location in your Profile, somebody here may be able to come and help you.
  • markstev27
    markstev27 Posts: 152 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    We have a new charger for it and the light stays on for a while then goes off without charging the laptop.

    The laptop is 7 years old now.

    Is there a cheaper option to fix it rather than replacing it?
  • grumpycrab
    grumpycrab Posts: 5,025 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Bake Off Boss!
    Its probably the battery but to confirm this take the battery out and run the laptop on mains. If it works then its the battery.
    If you put your general location in your Profile, somebody here may be able to come and help you.
  • markstev27
    markstev27 Posts: 152 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    The laptop does not run on the mains as there isn't enough power
  • grumpycrab
    grumpycrab Posts: 5,025 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Bake Off Boss!
    edited 24 February 2014 at 11:46AM
    markstev27 wrote: »
    The laptop does not run on the mains as there isn't enough power
    So you have the wrong charger. I won't continue here unless you want to fix the charger issue. (will need laptop make and model number).
    EDIT: if you want a different laptop please specify budget.
    If you put your general location in your Profile, somebody here may be able to come and help you.
  • Cisco001
    Cisco001 Posts: 4,133 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Photogenic Name Dropper
    What is your budget?
    What programme are you using?
    Any preference on screen size?
    Do you need optical drive?
  • Dreamscometrue
    Dreamscometrue Posts: 291 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker
    My laptop is on its way out and I'm thinking I will need to get something new quickly. It has missing keys and I'm having issues with the touchpad which is worn and jumps, copies, drags and drops of its own accord. I've played with the drivers but still having issues. I've ordered a USB mouse to see if I get some joy with that. It might have humidity damage. I use the laptop for work and study. I'm looking for a large screen, optical drive would be nice to have, 750GB plus would be great. I mostly use Word, email and the internet, no gaming. Money is tight as I'm inbetween contracts but I'm hoping £300 should cover it but would pay a bit more if need be. I'd appreciate any ideas. Thanks in advance.
  • grumpycrab
    grumpycrab Posts: 5,025 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 1,000 Posts Name Dropper Bake Off Boss!
    Dreamscometrue wrote: »
    I've ordered a USB mouse to see if I get some joy with that.
    May be worth trying a USB keyboard too.

    EDIT: haven't looked too hard but try this HP (would prefer a better warranty but cannot have everything)
    http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/hp-pavilion-core-i5-15-6-inch-laptop-349-99-argos-online-instore-1830099
    If you put your general location in your Profile, somebody here may be able to come and help you.
  • Dreamscometrue
    Dreamscometrue Posts: 291 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker
    It looks like a good deal having read all the reviews there. I'm still hoping that I can fix this one. Thanks for looking.
  • Dreamscometrue
    Dreamscometrue Posts: 291 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 100 Posts Combo Breaker
    I'm still waiting for the USB mouse. The HP laptop has now gone up in price to £380! Boo hoo. Has anyone got any other laptop recommendations just in case I can't fix the erratic behaviour of this one?
This discussion has been closed.
★ ★ ★ Meet your Ambassadors

🚀 Getting Started

Hi new member!

Our Getting Started Guide will help you get the most out of the Forum

Categories

  • All Categories
  • 350.8K Banking & Borrowing
  • 253.1K Reduce Debt & Boost Income
  • 453.5K Spending & Discounts
  • 243.8K Work, Benefits & Business
  • 598.7K Mortgages, Homes & Bills
  • 176.8K Life & Family
  • 257.1K Travel & Transport
  • 1.5M Hobbies & Leisure
  • 16.1K Discuss & Feedback
  • 37.6K Read-Only Boards

Is this how you want to be seen?

We see you are using a default avatar. It takes only a few seconds to pick a picture.
Update Your Picture