Thanks Gordonfink. Here's more: Yes, I've kept it plugged in for long periods of time. In fact, it was plugged in when it died. Yes, I've had trouble with the battery, or at least what I think is the battery: For example, if off the charger, and solely on battery, it crashes after almost any sort of use. Also, if I keep it plugged it, it works fine, even wonderfully. So, I think the battery is shot, but I'm guessing. Yes, I tried plugging into my laptop. But as the 1520 is dead, the laptop never discovered nor connected with it. Any ideas would be most welcome.