[mdlug] Laptop repair question

[Raymond McLaughlin]

Aaron Kulkis wrote:
> Ingles, Raymond wrote:
>>> From: Raymond McLaughlin
>>> Rather than the flash lamp itself I would consider that it could be
>> the
>>> voltage converter/regulator module that has failed. This is very
>> common,
>>> and can be easily replaced as it it a snap in, in line part.
>>  Is there any way to tell the difference before opening it up?
>>
> 
> Voltage meter.

Two word of caution. These flash lamps often take a surprisingly high
voltage, and the presence of a voltage does not necessarily indicate how
the part will work under load.

Clearly detailed documentation on the part, and the whole circuit, would
help.