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    Power supply

    Discussion in 'Alienware 17 and M17x' started by Narthecium, Mar 5, 2015.

  1. Narthecium

    Narthecium Notebook Evangelist

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    Hello all!

    Where can I get the wall to power supply cord for my Alienware 17?

    Don't need the box portion itself, just the part that goes from the wall to the box.

    I would like to avoid paying 90-100 bucks for the whole thing if possible.

    Mine apparently was worn and sparked hard on me today when I plugged it in.
     
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    Yup. You can basically buy it from any store. The plug is universal, and also used for desktop PSU's for instance.
     
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    Stupid question but could this be bought locally or am I going to have to order it online? Is it something a target or Walmart or best buy or similar place will carry?

    Hate to be mobile only for a week waiting on delivery!
     
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    By the way I was able to salvage the connector with a judicious use of electrical tape. Should be okay for a bit. I think the exposed wires just rubbed against each other and backfed some. I've got a new one on order and this should be okay for a few days until it arrives.
     
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    On a side-note maybe, you can also try: Parts-people.com or Ztronics.com
    They are our most trusted third parties to get parts that are no longer sold by Dell.
     
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