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Asus Q551L Repair: Why is my screen turning pink?

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:14:44 -0700

My screen has developed a pink hue. What is the cause of this problem and how do I fix it?

⟐ Commented February 19, 2022 at 8:14 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Why won't my Asus connect to the internet?

Wed, 01 Aug 2018 09:45:36 -0700

My Asus Q551L won't connect to the internet. How do I retrieve my connection?

⟐ Answered August 01, 2018 at 9:45 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: How do I replace the keyboard on this model?

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 00:35:37 -0700

I want to know how to do it before I start taking my laptop apart.

⟐ Commented January 30, 2024 at 0:35 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Where is the 2nd RAM slot?

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 00:17:27 -0700

From what I understand this laptop, Q551LN has a second ram slot. I am wondering where I can find it. When I open it there is a silver tin that has one but the other is no where in site. Any instructions on how to get to the second one would be great.

⟐ Commented April 12, 2023 at 0:17 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Why can’t I boot into windows with a new ssd

Sat, 19 Dec 2020 09:22:42 -0700

Hello, I’m trying to upgrade my grandmas HDD with an SSD and whenever I try to boot, it takes me straight to the bios/uefi . Am I doing something wrong? I have windows already pre installed and if you were wondering what the ssd is, it’s an 860 Evo 1TB. Please get back to me as soon as possible as I’d like to get it running it’s best.

⟐ Answer accepted December 19, 2020 at 9:22 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Is This A Battery Connection Issue?

Sun, 24 Feb 2019 16:11:26 -0700

I recently just upgraded to an SSD and I followed a video that told me to unplug the battery as the first thing to do when starting. I did all of that and got the SSD in, however whenever I went back into the computer it was saying “No battery is detected” I thought maybe I just didn’t put it back on properly so I went back and wiggled it a alittle bit but still the same thing when I opened the computer. I took it off one more time and realized that there were small bits that look like they came off with the battery connector when I took it off the board. Would this cause my computer to not recognize my battery? For whatever reason it works fine while it’s plugged in but it will start to die (but not immediately) if I take it off. I would really appreciate anybodies help in trying to diagnose what I could do about this issue as I am not too tech savy lol. Thanks guys.

⟐ Commented February 24, 2019 at 16:11 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Broken laptop from hinge portion

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 08:22:57 -0700

I broke my laptop from the hinge. It still works but can not open or close it. Can anyone repair it here?

⟐ Answer accepted August 12, 2023 at 8:22 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Where can I find an RJ45 replacement connector for my ASUS Q551L

Sat, 21 Sep 2019 08:38:19 -0700

The Lan port,(RJ45) on my Q551LN Asus Laptop has been giving me problems. It is definitely a hardware issue. I have tried different cables with no success. If I force a toothpick into the connector to hold the cable, in just the perfect place it works until the slightest movement. I can connect wifi, but It is to slow for me. Ihave a usb 3.0 to ethernet that does work, but my usb port is even starting to get a little loose. Where can I order a new connector to solder on the Motherboard? Has anyone attempted this on the Q551LN yet? Is it difficult? I have soldering experience. Also does anyone know if the 4gig ram chip that is soldered to the motherboard can be replaced by an 8 gig chip? Are they pin for pin compatible? In years past I have even piggybacked chips, but I am guessing with the new high density chips this cannot be done, but is it possible to remove it and install an 8 or even 16 gig in it’s place?? Why these Manufacturers get stingy with ram when including them on computers, I have no idea but for the cost difference it should would make them a much more desirable purchase.

⟐ Answer edited September 21, 2019 at 8:38 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Need help isolating problem , schematics?

Sat, 19 Jan 2019 19:39:40 -0700

First, I was given this notebook in this condition. There is no visible damage, every thing appears to be in great condition, no signs of abbuse in any way, shape or form.

Second, model is an exact match Q551L, but notebook is 17" screen, 1tb H.D. and 4g Ram.

Ok.... Every time the lid is opened it crashes. No matter what I try. If the lid is left down the unit functions great. Connect a monitor, keyboard, mouse and all is good. Raise the lid to the point of switching to on board screen and CRASH, everything is gone!

Try powering on with the lid open? Starts booting just to the point of graphics appear on the screen and it crashes. Upon inspection of hardware, all seems good. Almost seems as if the amount of power required to light the screen is overloading something. Also in order to boot it up again, I must first pull not only the main battery but the bios battery as well, Reconnect batteries and A/C adapter and it boots right up. Again open the lid just a tiny bit, slowly....keys backlight .....ok ...little more......screen lights up and CRASH !! Lights out !!!! All is gone. Sorry for the lengthy question, any ideas or a response at all would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time, and have a beautiful day.

Here are some pics of the notebook.

⟐ Commented January 19, 2019 at 19:39 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Screen hinge on left side not working

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 01:44:19 -0700

I dropped my computer and the hinge is not working right. I can close the laptop if I put enough force but the display does not line up correctly with the base of the computer. Also, I can put it in tablet mode, if I put enough force, but again the display does not line up correctly with the base. So I just keep the computer open. I have not opened it and the display and all other components still work but here are my questions:

Do I need to buy a new hinge?

Where can I find that sort of part?

What would be the best possible course of action?

Where can I find instructions on how to change the hinge?

⟐ Commented January 11, 2019 at 1:44 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: Why won't my Asus hold a charge?

Sat, 19 May 2018 05:35:54 -0700

The Asus won't hold a battery charge. How can this be remedied?

⟐ Answer edited May 19, 2018 at 5:35 MST

Asus Q551L Repair: How to replace hinges asus q551l

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 16:51:27 -0700

How do I replace hinges on my ASUS Q551L laptop

⟐ Commented November 25, 2020 at 16:51 MST