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    Inspiron 9300 power problem

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by wargamer6, Dec 19, 2006.

  1. wargamer6

    wargamer6 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello all first post.

    My Inspiron 9300 is having problems connecting to the adapter. It will only charge if I make the connection tight or at an angle. The plug itself is very wiggly when I plug it in, but the piece on the laptop itself isn't.

    I know it's not the AC adapter/charger because I bought a replacement and it's still a problem.

    What's going on?

    Thanks.
     
    wargamer6, Dec 19, 2006
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    It sounds like the motherboard's soldered connection for the power jack is going bad. I think the only way to fix it is to send it in to Dell or have a tech go you your home to replace the motherboard.
     
    Greg, Dec 19, 2006
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    wargamer6 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Rats.

    This is the 2nd laptop I've had this problem with; last was the Inspiron 1000.
     
    wargamer6, Dec 19, 2006
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