Dear Sifu-sifu,
Computer: Laptop Dell Studio 1535
Problem: atikmpag.sys or atikmdag.sys error BSOD
Observation: Nothing displayed on laptop screen. (but have backlight)
Sign of failure: Laptop suddenly auto-off. Next day, BSOD and cannot see any display on screen.
I tried to connect my laptop to my desktop monitor through VGA cable. Switch the view to desktop monitor. I am able to view it.
I tried to switch the screen viewing back to my laptop, it successfully to display. Sometimes cannot switch.
Colourful lines, numerous dots (like cacat graphic) can be observed during boot up.
I tried to boot into safe mode, graphic looks normal.
Initially i suspect is screen problem or graphic card driver problem. So, I uninstall the driver.
But, still can see colourful lines during booting. Sometimes screen cannot display too. Need external monitor to view it.
I also disassemble, reapply thermal paste, clean the venting&fan etc. At last, I realized my laptop fan is not working. Abnormally hot.
Now I think I am deep in shit. I think is hardware related issue. Have I fried my graphic chip?
I am not sure my poor analysis is accurate or not. I am also unsure I can ask this question at here or not:
Can anyone suggest me recommended laptop repair shop nearby Klang/Subang/Lowyat?
I want a trustworthy, experienced personnel with integrity to repair my 6 years old laptop. It is important to me...
Updates: The fan is running, when GPU is around 65 degree C...
This post has been edited by Holyjolly: Mar 30 2015, 06:55 AM
Hardware BSOD graphic related issue, Dell Laptop