Device Triage
Laptop Won’t Turn On: Safe Checks Before You Open It
If a laptop will not turn on, first stop for swelling, unusual heat, hissing, smoke, sharp chemical odour, liquid damage, a burnt connector, or a damaged.
Device Triage
Begin outside the case: outlet, known-compatible cable, visible damage, indicator behaviour, temperature, and manufacturer guidance. Swelling, smoke, hissing, unusual heat, or mains exposure ends the DIY branch. A screwdriver is not a voting member.
Device Triage
Phone Charging Port Not Working: Safe First Checks
When a phone charging port stops working, stop charging for swelling, unusual heat, hissing, smoke, chemical odour, liquid damage, or a burnt or loose.