I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

I have a black screen on Dell Studio 1737 laptop.When I was connecting my VGA cable from my TV to my laptop (both were on big mistake) anyway there was a small spark from the cable connection to the VGA connection on the laptop, and my screen went black and all the media control lights went on and stayed on. (not normal behavior) I turned off the laptop with the on/off switch, waited a few minutes and turned the switch back on. The media control lights came on briefly just like they normally do,but then there was nothing no light on the on/off switch and a black screen. I am hoping that someone might have a guess as to which path from the VGA connection that the short may have taken. Thank You in advance for any ideas that might help. Ron

Reply 1 : I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

This should not affect files and is worth a try.

Link -> http://forums.cnet.com/7726-19681_102-3138013.html?tag=posts;msg3138013

Reply 2 : I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

Thank you for your input , I tried resetting the way it was explained in the link but I still have a black screen and I have also noticed I have no power to any of my usb plugs.I'm begining to dismantle the laptop,I have removed the center control cover,back cover, keyboard. Trying to see anything abnormal this is my first attempt, dismanteling a laptop. any input as to the direction the spark may have taken would be greatly appreciated. Ron

Reply 3 : I need help with a problem with my Dell Studio 1737 laptop

http://www.insidemylaptop.com/disassemble-dell-studio-1737-laptop-replacing-dvd-drive/

Sorry but when I see that and hear that story I have the techs write up an estimate for motherboard LCD HDD, DVDRW and LCD to give the worst case scenario. (local law demands we give an estimate that we can't exceed.) Yes it's likely to be just the motherboard but you never know.

Good hunting,
Bob