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HP Envy dv7: Screen will not function.

Mon, 28 Sep 2015 20:30:16 -0700

I just bought my HP ENVY DV7 from a buddy of mine today and i got it back to my place and plugged it in. The screen wont turn on. although the lights on the keyboard light up and the fans run. The Caps lock light blinks for 1 second pauses and lights up again then continues this pattern. I'd like to know if they is anyway it can be fixed.

⟐ Commented September 28, 2015 at 20:30 MST

HP Envy dv7: Ribbon cable connector broken. Need replacement part

Sat, 15 May 2021 06:09:14 -0700

Okay so I have this laptop obviously and I’ve used it for a few years and repaired a few parts here and there over the years. Now the current problem I have is that the ribbon connector flap that pushes the ribbon cable down and locks it in place, broke. The actual connector is fine, but the little flap broke. Now the issue is obviously getting a new flap connector somewhere to replace the old one that broke. I have searched just about everywhere I could think of and cannot find what I am looking for. Unfortunately it is much too small for me to solder off and just solder a new stronger plug onto that space, otherwise I would have gladly used that option to fix my problem. The connector that I am referring to is the one that goes to the power button to turn the laptop on. If it was any of the other connectors I could have bypassed it easily with an external keyboard or mouse. But unfortunately it is pretty much the most important one on the motherboard.

I have seen a few repair video’s on the problem, but all the people just use electrical tape, that they stick over the ribbon cable after pushing it into the connector. For me, that is really not a good enough option, as it would just be a fire risk to me and I would definitely not use it then.

So if there is anyone on here that might help point me in the right direction of the part or give me a better fix than just electrical tape, then I would very much appreciate the help on the subject. Thanks in advance.

Image is the part that the connector broke off of. I have contacted HP a while back for a replacement part, but they couldn’t help me with it. Hopefully there is someone here that would be able to help me

⟐ Commented May 15, 2021 at 6:09 MST

HP Envy dv7: Need a replacement part.

Tue, 02 May 2017 05:01:38 -0700

The laptop got dropped, and broke the internal part transferring power from the charger. Battery can't charge, and plugged in, not enough power is being trasferred into the laptop. Anybody out there know someone/somewhere it can be fixed? Bestbuy said they can't get the part. The laptop cost $2,000 and is not 5 years old. Help.

⟐ Answer accepted May 02, 2017 at 5:01 MST

HP Envy dv7: System recovery not working

Wed, 17 Feb 2016 20:16:30 -0700

Tried a system recovery since the laptop was corrupted through a recovery disc, however after the initial setup (reformating and installing necessary drivers) the laptop keeps restarting, there is an error visible but it restarts, far too quickly to capture the error details.

⟐ Answered February 17, 2016 at 20:16 MST

HP Envy dv7: blackit keyboard replacement model number

Wed, 17 Jun 2015 13:37:11 -0700

I want to replace my keyboard with a blackit one. Went to HP, but it said "no results found"

HP Envy dv7: Why won't my laptop charge?

Mon, 02 Jan 2017 16:48:35 -0700

My HP ENVY dv7 won't charge. I have taken out the battery, used multiple wall sockets, used two different cords and it will not charge. What should I do?

⟐ Answered January 02, 2017 at 16:48 MST

HP Envy dv7: Left my laptop charging won’t recignize my password

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 04:48:09 -0700

I left my laptop charging went to turn it on n I get to the password part n that’s it won’t recognize my password

⟐ Answer edited August 30, 2019 at 4:48 MST

HP Envy dv7: keyboard not detected but working

Mon, 04 Mar 2019 16:18:23 -0700

keyboard works ocassionally and very unreliable . i have to use on screen keyboard and a driver update wont help. how do i solve?

⟐ Answer accepted March 04, 2019 at 16:18 MST

HP Envy dv7: Boot device not found

Mon, 28 May 2018 00:37:55 -0700

At start screen boot device not found is showing. I am unable to get into bios and uefi is not showing component testing what should I try next?

⟐ Commented May 28, 2018 at 0:37 MST

HP Envy dv7: Won’t stay on!

Sun, 18 Feb 2018 14:42:13 -0700

Hello my laptop got water spilled on it. It will turn on, but turns off quickly. What could yeh problem be? Does it need to dry out more or is it a lost cause? Help!

⟐ Answered February 18, 2018 at 14:42 MST

HP Envy dv7: How do I get my PC refurbished?

Fri, 21 Jul 2017 06:47:42 -0700

Hello I would like to know how to get my laptop refurbished?

⟐ Answer accepted July 21, 2017 at 6:47 MST

HP Envy dv7: laptop is very hot and has a high pitched squeak

Wed, 24 May 2017 05:00:12 -0700

My laptop gets very hot and makes a high pitched squeak.

How do I fix it?

⟐ Answer accepted May 24, 2017 at 5:00 MST

HP Envy dv7: Fans sound like they are collapsing with the case

Tue, 02 Aug 2016 05:15:43 -0700

Fans sound like they are hitting something continously how can i clean them or replace them if nescessary?

⟐ Answer accepted August 02, 2016 at 5:15 MST

HP Envy dv7: How to repair thermal switch on HP envy dv7

Tue, 12 Jul 2016 07:14:22 -0700

The machine ran so hot that the thermal protection switch popped(audiblyl). After a cool down period the machine could be restarted. One final pop and now the machine is dead. I suspect the switch(breaker?) failed. Is this repairable? and where might one find a part?

Thanks for any help?/Don

donmjames@ykwc.net

⟐ Answered July 12, 2016 at 7:14 MST

HP Envy dv7: NOT AN HP - Quanta NL5A (aka Proteus V) laptop - keyboard swap?

Sun, 18 Dec 2022 10:27:18 -0700

In case this is confusing the laptop is a rebadged Quanta NL5A laptop sold by CyberPower UK 6 years ago and also known as the Proteus V by another supplier. There is no option to specify anything other than the main brands so I opted for HP.

I've owned this laptop for around 6 years now and it's served me well. Unfortunately, the keyboard is not doing well. I have two key caps missing and a few other keys that don't respond at all. I managed to obtain a replacement and I confirmed it works by connecting the ribbon cable before trying to disassemble it. I thought it would be a case of removing screws until I had none left. It wasn't.

I've searched online using a lot of different terms and as far as I can tell there is no guide or helpful information on replacing it. I've taken it as far as I'm comfortable which was down to removing the motherboard but at that point I have a large metal plate separated from the motherboard by a transparent screen. The only remaining visible screws are holding the hinges down. I don't know if I'm missing something, if it's glued or what. I'm not comfortable prodding and prying without knowing what I might be doing since I can just use an external keyboard and it works fine. However, I want to replace the broken with the new one.

If anyone can help or point me in the right direction I would greatly appreciate it.

HP Envy dv7: Why is my computer screen flashing when desktop is on?

Fri, 27 Mar 2015 11:48:45 -0700

Why is my screen flashing when desktop is on?

⟐ Edited March 27, 2015 at 11:48 MST