DV9890ea

I  paid a lot of money for this laptop a few years ago and it is out of warranty.
I have the same problem as many other owners have reported. The computer just shuts down for no reason. I have to remove battery and re-install to be able to reboot it. The laptop can run on battery but shuts down when power cable is plugged in although not imediately. Shuts down if I try to run with power cable plugged in and no battery.
I really like the laptop, but is it worth repairing it or should I buy a new laptop (not HP) I assume it needs a new motherboard, but what if the new motherboard does the same after it is out of warranty again?
Bought the computer in the UK, but now living in Portugal so don't know what to do.

Seriously considering a new machine. Definately won't be HP again. Can't believe HP didn't offer to replace the motherboards for free given that the motherboards were massively flawed from new.
Just had a quote from a HP reseller for over 300 euros + IVA + postage for a new motherboard!? They must be joking.
I can buy a brand new computer with the same specs for that price.

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