Common Laptop Hardware Problems

Here is a list of common problems laptop users experience:

 Broken case as a result of a drop
 

Laptop Overheating - The production of heat can be the cause of computer shutting down unexpectedly. Some laptops automatically shutdown when excessive heat is generated to protect the computer. May also be related to a fan failure.

Damaged LCD screen or does not display the image properly - The screen may look distorted or some of the pixels may not display properly indicating damaged pixels.

Failure of the back light - a faint image on the LCD screen is a key clue

Sticky or broken keys on the keyboard - spilled beverages

Loose or broken LCD hinge

Damaged USB ports - improper insertion of USB devices into the port is the major source of damage

Hard Drive failure - malfunction are usually caused by vibration and shock associated with the portable nature of how laptops are used

In addition to the above, laptops can become our personal digital assistants where we store, bookmark, browse, and download so much “stuff” that our computer becomes bloated with nonessential temporary and image files stored in various caches. The result is our laptops run slower and slower until we get to the point where we think we need a new laptop. However, this is where with a little knowledge, you can save yourself hundreds of dollars (unless you really want a new laptop), but for many of us buying a new laptop may not be an option.