Asus x502c won't power up, still charges.

[Sadistic Taste]

Hi guys,

I have a asus x502c which will not power on. It was dropped with the power lead connected, which damaged the DC port. The laptop still seems to charge ok but will not power on. If the power button is held, the charge light goes out, and come back on once the button is released.

I have pulled the board out, and checked the DC port, seems ok, not shorting etc. I ordered a new port to replace it, but since it's still charging, and not powering on, I thought I better see what else needs replaced before I start soldering.

If anyone can help me, I would greatly appreciate it.

[Sadistic Taste]

Re: Asus x502c won't power up, still charges.

Ok, so just soldered on the new DC port. Still the same as I expected, still charging the battery, but won't power on. Checked voltage at the power switch, getting 3v, and 12v at the battery. Don't really know where to go from here :/

[hazardus]

Re: Asus x502c won't power up, still charges.

Does KBC get hot when you hold the power button?

[Sadistic Taste]

Re: Asus x502c won't power up, still charges.

No, it's acually working now. I reassembled it and it powered on. Seems it must relay on other parts connected. Thanks for the reply though.