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sounds like a hardware problem....if u know how to assemble the laptop.it will be easy for u to fix that problem....all that things are connected to the mainboard..re insert all the cables what is loosen...regarding the headphone jack,if you have an extra jack you can replace that by resolder.

check if the battery is charged fully ...?? if not try to start the laptop on Power ...and charge for atleast 1 hour...then see the backup of battery by removing power cord..

Unfortunately "real slow" is a subjective analysis and I would need to know what you are comparing it to before going much further. Lots of things could be impacting the performance of your PC or you could just own a slow system (compared to your friend's) and you may need to adjust your expectations (or buy a new PC). However, adding memory can speed up a machine. Clearing out unused files and defragmenting the hard disk will also help. There are lots of tweaks you can do to XP and Vista but they usually only result in marginal performance improvements. You may have a bunch of malware (virus or spyware) running, you may have multiple anti-virus programs, multiple firewall programs, etc. Some people go overboard, not realizing they don't have the extra CPU power needed to run all those programs. Performing a recovery will completely clean out your system and restore it to the factory settings. If the system's original performance from the factory was good this will get you back to that point. (Be sure to back up your data files and system settings before starting the backup though!!)

Pixelated is a pretty generic description so doesn't help a lot, however, it could be you started your notebook in Safe mode, where Windows defaults to a low graphics setting for maximum compatibility with all hardware. Or, maybe you changed the video display settings yourself? Your native screen resolution is probably 1200 x 800, check the display setting to see if that's what it is set at now. Also check the HP.Com web site to see if they have a video display driver you can download, maybe your driver got deleted or somehow corrupted.

Take it somewhere and have them give you a quote. If just the screen needs to be replaced that's not too expensive, but if the hinge is damaged beyond repair it will be cheaper to buy a new computer.

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When you format a computer hard drive you will lose everything that is on the drive. Therefore, it is very important to back up anything you might want later. Additionally, if you are going to be formatting and installing XP you need to make sure you have the discs for any applications or third party hardware you use since you will need to re-install your programs and drivers after re-installing Windows. Step2Take a moment to think of anything that you have on the computer that you wouldn't want to lose. Generally, you probably want everything in your My Documents folder, and you also want to save things like your favorites or bookmarks from your Web browser. Remember that each user on the computer has his or her own My Documents folder, Desktop items and Favorites/Bookmarks. Step3Save everything to a CD, DVD or a hard drive that you won't be formatting Its pretty easy in other words

I GB will be enough. With the price of ram so low, this is what I recommend.

the left hinge is where the wires and switch is that turns on your monitor. Take it to a computer repair shop, you might not like this but they may suggest a new screen but not seeing how its damage, maybe you just severed a wire....

Try to check your settings in the control panel sound hardware .Maybe its disconnected or there are wires that has been cut-off. Try to check also your volume settings in the task bar. Maybe its set to low or minimum volume.

Have you tried it without the battery installed?

Try to check your adaptor/ charger because it might have been the cause of your battery being drained. Your wire might have been worn out. some wires inside might have been cut off. So that is why even you directly turn into AC-DC connection your PC still doesnt work. If it doesnt work replace your adopter.

Try to look for the sound icon in your task bar. select properties then try to check options then select all settings that are supposedly running in your system uncheck those settings that are set to mute then adjust the volume lever to higher level.ex. Right Click sound icon,-open volume control, When volume controls appear click on the properties,-then select all settings that you might be using then close the volume control panel. then try to run again. if possible it needs restart to take effect the new settings.

Follow the steps below to determine whether the problem is related to the AC adapter or your notebook system board:

1. Remove the battery and disconnect all external devices from the computer.
2. Hold the Power button for several seconds, with all power sources removed. This drains residual power from the system, and may correct many problems.
3. Connect the AC adapter to a wall outlet and plug the other end into the computer.
4. Press the Power button .
5. Is the Power indicator light (LED) on or off?

****If notebook power indicator light (LED) is on, the AC adapter is working correctly***
If the power indicator LED is off, the AC power adapter may need to be replaced. To determine if the AC power adapter needs to be replaced follow the steps below:

1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged directly into a known working wall outlet.
   NOTE: To check the wall outlet, plug in a different known working device like a light, radio etc.
2. Check all of the following connections:
   • The connection from the AC adapter to the wall outlet.
   • The connection into the power adapter from the wall outlet.
   • The connection from the AC adapter to the notebook.
3. Press the power button again to test the notebook PC.
4. If the power indicator does not turn on, remove the AC power adapter from the notebook PC and re-insert the battery. Then press the power button. If the power indicator light still does not turn on, then the AC Adapter needs to be replaced.

*****Reseating the RAM may resolve this issue.****
Step 1 - Remove the battery

1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position.
2. Use your finger to lift the battery up and out.

Step 2 - Remove the memory module

1. Locate the memory module cover on the bottom of the notebook.
2. Remove the screw that covers the memory module.
3. Use your finger or a flat head screw driver to lift the inside edge of the memory module and remove it.
4. Push both tabs outward simultaneously to release the memory module.
5. Grasp the memory module by the edges and pull gently to remove it.
6. After removing one module, replace the memory expansion cover and then replace the screw.

Step 3 - Replace the battery

1. Insert the battery into the notebook.
2. Push the battery into the base enclosure until you hear a click.
3. Connect the AC adapter and turn on the notebook.

fter the memory is reseated, connect the AC adapter and turn on the notebook. If the notebook boots normally and the Windows desktop appears no further action is needed. If this problem re-occurs often, contact an HP Support Specialist to schedule a repair.

Upgrade the RAM much easier to do than the CPU.

CPU requires you to find a processor that will work for your laptop motherboard then you gotta open it up and remove the CPU.... TOO MUCH WORK! unless you're very comfortable in doing this.

I would recommend go to 512MB to 1G of instead 256MB.

please go through this link
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00372748&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=499234&rule=20094&lang=en

it could be a problem of the lcd cable.
to fix this..the notebook needs to be opened up and lcd cable needs to be reseated

Reseating the RAM may resolve this issue.
Step 1 - Remove the battery

1. Slide and hold the battery release latch to the unlock position.
2. Use your finger to lift the battery up and out.

Step 2 - Remove the memory module

1. Locate the memory module cover on the bottom of the notebook.
2. Remove the screw that covers the memory module.
3. Use your finger or a flat head screw driver to lift the inside edge of the memory module and remove it.
4. Push both tabs outward simultaneously to release the memory module.
5. Grasp the memory module by the edges and pull gently to remove it.
6. After removing one module, replace the memory expansion cover and then replace the screw.

Step 3 - Replace the battery

1. Insert the battery into the notebook.
2. Push the battery into the base enclosure until you hear a click.
3. Connect the AC adapter and turn on the notebook.

NOTE: If the PC will not start up and you experience another failure not covered in this article, see Related links . After the memory is reseated, connect the AC adapter and turn on the notebook.

This is the link for the software for your printer http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/softwareDownloadIndex?softwareitem=oj-6823-5&lc=en&cc=it&dlc=it&product=311255&os=228&lang=it

Hope that helps...........

It sounds like there is a problem with your motherboard. You would have to take it someplace to run diagnostics on it. It may be time for a new laptop