after much procrastination,
I've finally lugged my laptop down to harvey norman for them to send it in for repairs
Toshiba's last servicing quality left a bitter taste in my mouth
This time round, I hand typed a letter stating the issues I faced and the steps I've taken to troubleshoot.
Hopefully, it will come back in one piece, prim and proper

I lugged the laptop to the Jurong Point Harvey norman and not surprisingly, was directed to the Bukit Panjang Branch. -___-" the first saleslady I approach was the most "helpful" - she just asked me to call the extended warranty "hotline"
Oh well, let's see how efficient/responsible their extended warranty scheme is!
I'll post an update soon

meanwhile, whee!
A sabbatical perhaps!