[ahleffler]

I just finished recharging and it was lit up. I laid it down and it is now black and will not turn on. Help.

[Dubdub]

What did you do just before this happened, other than charge it?

Have you let the battery run down past 20% more than a few times?

Have you tried a battery pull? With device on, remove the battery for 30-60 seconds, replace it and see if the device will reboot.

[tsac]

Also try keeping the BB powered via either the AC charger or the PC. If the BB works power connected then try a new battery.

[ahleffler]

Taking the battery out worked and I have since let it run down for the 1st time. Really appreciate the help.

[tsac]

Pulling the battery works wonders for a lot of smart phones including the Blackberry.

Also keep in mind about the discharge advice on the battery, they dont last long if allowed to run below 25% a few times.

[Dubdub]

Originally Posted by ahleffler

Taking the battery out worked and I have since let it run down for the 1st time. Really appreciate the help.

Do not let the battery get below 20%. Letting it run down regularly can (and will) damage the battery and you will have to replace it. A Lithium battery seems to work best if you keep it topped up when you are near a power source.