Only powers on when upside and almost closed

[ijen0311]

Yes, that's the problem I'm having.

I have an older MBP (1.83 Intel Core Duo)

When I push the power button, I hear a little electric noise, then a fizzle noise. It won't turn on. However, if I close it almost all the way and turn it upside down, it powers up fine. Once it's running, no issues.

Any idea where to start with trying to correct this problem? I don't know what part could be making this happen. And yes, it has to be both upside down and almost totally closed.

 

[mulo]

sounds like a loose connector somewhere.
is it any different if its hooked to the wall?

 

[ijen0311]

sounds like a loose connector somewhere.
is it any different if its hooked to the wall?

Nope, if nothing else... it's consistent.

 

[aimbdd]

How did you find what way it would turn on? Thats very.... unique to say the least. I second the last post.

 

[ijen0311]

How did you find what way it would turn on? Thats very.... unique to say the least. I second the last post.

I noticed it once after pushing the power button, I started to give up and put it away. I heard the chime as it was almost closed.