Got the G53SW-A1 2 weeks ago and I now have the same problem. Also happens when I close the lid when the laptop is on, screen doesn't come back on and the power button doesn't work.
@sbrideau2000 Changing the motherboard fixed the problem for my laptop. Still no new vga drivers or BIOS update :) I modded in some new drivers myself. Its not that hard...
wow, how long did you had that computer when it did that to you? i just bought mine 3 days ago and have no problems, everything runs perfect , call me one of the lucky ones lol, hope it stays like that
@Shadowx209 I recommend you return it asap dude. I got mine back from repairs. Now it boots fine but some of the fn+F# combinations does not work. Keyboard illumination is dead too. ----> back to Holland. The graphics sucks too. Its not a normal GTX460M, did you notice? It is a special blend that needs the outdated drivers on the asus website. This is the last item ill ever buy from them. (The first symptoms of boot problem occured after about a week)
@rageagainstthebath It cant be the lid because the delay time is less (none) if I have had the computer turned on before. ASUS doesnt like BIOS and does not release new versions :) (same with graphics drivers...). I will return it soon but first, FULL DRIVE ENCRYPTION! :D
@StefConEnterprises I think ASUS service doesn't give a shit about your data, even if it's illegal, confidential or valuable. Format C: is what in 99% cases happens as a first step of service routine, because it's easiest and solves 99% of the problems. Considering this, I'd suggest a backup instead of encryption.
Anyways, given that details I'm guessing it's a power related problem. Does it happen with AC plugged in? Have you tried unplugging all external devices, especially USB?
Got the G53SW-A1 2 weeks ago and I now have the same problem. Also happens when I close the lid when the laptop is on, screen doesn't come back on and the power button doesn't work.
sbrideau2000 3 months ago
@sbrideau2000 Changing the motherboard fixed the problem for my laptop. Still no new vga drivers or BIOS update :) I modded in some new drivers myself. Its not that hard...
StefConEnterprises 3 months ago
@StefConEnterprises Ok. At first I wasn't able to install the latest drivers but since version 285 I'm able to install the official nvidia drivers.
sbrideau2000 3 months ago
maybe yours came defective,
Shadowx209 6 months ago
wow, how long did you had that computer when it did that to you? i just bought mine 3 days ago and have no problems, everything runs perfect , call me one of the lucky ones lol, hope it stays like that
Shadowx209 6 months ago
@Shadowx209 I recommend you return it asap dude. I got mine back from repairs. Now it boots fine but some of the fn+F# combinations does not work. Keyboard illumination is dead too. ----> back to Holland. The graphics sucks too. Its not a normal GTX460M, did you notice? It is a special blend that needs the outdated drivers on the asus website. This is the last item ill ever buy from them. (The first symptoms of boot problem occured after about a week)
StefConEnterprises 6 months ago
@Shadowx209 no i have had problems from day 1
oosamaaaa 3 months ago
I've heard that the pin that connects to the power button dislodges easily but idk
Spalding1250 7 months ago
Eh, my girlfriend has just started work as a tech support of mobiles company, guess what - she doesn't really know what she's doing as well.
If you are sure it's about the lid, I'd suggest you to do as follows:
-There must be some kind of sensor to let laptop know the lid is open. See if it's not jammed or something.
-Update BIOS, and don't freak out this time. ;)
-If none of the above works and you can exchange your laptop for a working one, do it.
Good luck!
rageagainstthebath 8 months ago
@rageagainstthebath It cant be the lid because the delay time is less (none) if I have had the computer turned on before. ASUS doesnt like BIOS and does not release new versions :) (same with graphics drivers...). I will return it soon but first, FULL DRIVE ENCRYPTION! :D
StefConEnterprises 8 months ago
@StefConEnterprises I think ASUS service doesn't give a shit about your data, even if it's illegal, confidential or valuable. Format C: is what in 99% cases happens as a first step of service routine, because it's easiest and solves 99% of the problems. Considering this, I'd suggest a backup instead of encryption.
Anyways, given that details I'm guessing it's a power related problem. Does it happen with AC plugged in? Have you tried unplugging all external devices, especially USB?
Take care!
rageagainstthebath 8 months ago