Hello! My daughter spilt half a hot cup of coffee onto my NEW (uurgh) Acer Aspire 5536 Laptop.I opened up to the inside of the computer, and cleaned it and dried it out. The power button loads, and I hear the hard drive and fan come on, but the screen wont budge! It happened a couple of weeks ago, and ever since the incident I have got not one flicker of colour or anything on the LCD! The coffee didnt actually go on the screen though, so I figure its damaged the Graphic card??? I'd really appreciate the help. Thanks in advance. [email protected]
Niki
Hello niki_amber.
Based on your statement "...I opened up to the inside of the computer, and cleaned it and dried it out...", it sounds as if you substantially took proper action. However, that's assuming you allowed it to dry for a loooong time. Translation: Based on my experience, my advise is always at least a few days. Because other than ...
...allowing it to attain bone-dry condition prior to re-energizing (applying electrical current) is THE MOST IMPORTANT step. Otherwise you instantaneously void all those preceding diligent efforts by simply shorting out every component that finds the slightest moisture in its path ... and unfortunately, there ain't no way-back machine for that, at least not currently.
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Here's a very good checklist you can refer to whilst you endeavor away.
With a little luck, and much more prayer, you may just dodge the bullet.
Thanks in advance for posting back ...
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