How to fix a Dell Gaming Laptop (Dell G5, charger cuts out) - LFC#283

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Published on October 14, 2021 11:00:18 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qqSZRcIqELo

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I waffled for way too long when recording this video, but I feel like this is all the info that no one told me that I needed to hear when I was learning this stuff. So here we go. If you just want the satisfaction of seeing this laptop come back to life, I'm working on a short-edit with the waffle taken out 👌

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Shorted bypass cap on 1.8VSP input (where B+ goes into the regulator)

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00:00 - The charger cuts out
02:00 - Checking the DC jack for shorts
04:05 - Disassembly
07:37 - Checking the Inrush limiter
12:57 - Beep-mode Trap: Low resistance
15:12 - Physical inspection
20:10 - Checking again for shorted VRMs
24:05 - Setting up for injection
30:42 - Power injection
37:35 - Identifying failed part
44:40 - Replacing parts
48:15 - Reassembly & Test
52:03 - Conclusion