Satellite L40 18 p unbootable

Hello people,

My Satellite L40 18 p no longer starts. All I get is the power of go green LED. The DVD ROM drive flashes and I can open and close - but that's all. Nothing else happens.

Any idea on the forum that I can do to get the laptop again start? Or please ask for more details.

Thank you, James 13

Yes, Joshi, we need additional details.
You don't see anything on the screen?
Have you tried testing with external monitor?
Since when have you noticed such behavior?

What was your last activity?

Tell us a little more about this problem.

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