[ale] I'm confused

[lists at serioustechnology.com (Geoffrey Myers)]

Chris Fowler wrote:
> HP laptop will not power on.  I contact HP for support.
> 
> This was the solution:
> 
> Step 1: Power Drain: 
> 
> 1. Disconnect the AC Adapter. 
> 2. Remove the Battery. 
> 3. Hold the Power button down for 30 seconds to 1 minute. 
> 4. Reconnect the AC adapter and reinsert the Battery. 
> 5. Switch on the Notebook power.
> 
> Why does this work?

I don't know, but the bigger question is, why is it  necessary?

-- 
Until later, Geoffrey

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