NEED TO REPLACE AC ADAPTER

I would check that there is not a problem with the power supply to the set. If it gets hot and shuts of the power may be faulty and could be causing component failure.

Problem description:The laptop shuts off when AC power adapter is plugged in. The laptop works fine on battery power but as soon as you connect it to AC adapter, the laptop turns off.
Possible cause:1. Power adapter failure.
2. Motherboard failure.
Possible troubleshooting steps and repair solution:First of all, test the power adapter. Make sure the adapter outputs correct voltage. It's possible that the output voltage is not correct and the laptop shuts down to prevent the damage. Test your laptop with another known good power adapter.
If the problem still exists, even after replacing the adapter, most likely it's the motherboard failure. Replace the motherboard.

Reference: http://www.chargerbuy.com/blog/laptop-shuts-off-when-ac-adapter-plugged-in/

please use other adapter.

powerdrain pc first. remove battery and ac adapter then press down power button for 15-20 sec. turn it on and check if it will still shut down. observe if it is hot to touch before it shuts down, might also be an overheat issue. if so, need to replace fan and heatsink.

AC adapters are prone to voltage spikes and lightening.
It sounds like the AC adapter has taken a hit.
Replace it as soon as possible. This may be a fire hazard.

If the lights in the house dim and brighten a transformer near you may need to be checked. Call the utility company and report the problem.

Other than that, if the AC adapter is getting hot and no apparent damage outside. It has probably sustained internal damage. Continued use could cause fire and/or damage to the monitor.

Good luck!

I notice that the adapter gets hot when my TV shuts down so when I want to use that particular TV I set it on an ice pack. it stayed on! I got my Insignia TV at Best Buy. not shopping there anymore.

As others have said, the most common fault with the ZV series is the power socket. However, you mentioned the Lightning Bolt. This indicates that the battery is being charged and it should go out as soon as the battery is fully charged.

If the Lightning Bolt flashes on and off regularly, especially when the power cable is moved, then the socket is at fault and needs replacing.

You can check to see if the battery is receiving a charge by doing the following

1. Right Click the Desktop
2. Click Properties
3. Click the Screen Saver tab
4. Click the Power button
5. Click the Power Meter tab

This will tell you the computer's current power source and whether the battery is charging.

I have replaced several of these sockets on ZV5000s and I'm sure the 6000 will be similar. I would not recommend this job for anyone without technical knowledge, despite some of the websites that say you can do it yourself. You will need to strip the entire laptop down and all but remove the motherboard before the socket can be replaced.

Hope this helps

this you power outlet is abnormality inside..need change a new.

As long as it doesnt burn your hand or start smoking ...don't worry about it. All laptop "bricks" get hot .... no cooling inside there ...

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01369982&lc=en&cc=ca&dlc=en&product=1119598&rule=5774&lang=en

Follow this link......

Hope it help!