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    I used an AC adapter with inverted polarity!

    Discussion in 'Fujitsu' started by alemex, Dec 11, 2007.

  1. alemex

    alemex Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi,
    I accidentaly used an AC adapter with inverted polarity to power an S2110 :(
    It still works, but battery is not charging anymore.
    I think - and I hope - that's just a matter with a fuse.

    Is someone have past experiences with an issue like that ?
    Is it doable to open the laptop and replace the fuse myself ?
    One maintener I contact propose to do the job for 300 euros (440$). What would be a reasonable price for you ?
     
    alemex, Dec 11, 2007
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    alemex Notebook Enthusiast

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    I reply to myself...
    I still didn't success to open the laptop!
     
    alemex, Dec 12, 2007
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    Teraforce Flying through life

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    If you're saying that the machine still runs, but doesn't charge the battery, you probably just need either a new battery or (less likely) a new power adapter.

    I don't know of any laptops that use fuses.
     
    Teraforce, Dec 12, 2007
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  4. Lite

    Lite Notebook Deity

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    yeah.. Hopefully you didnt screw up your laptop and you just need a new battery... and i dont think you need a new power supply if its still providing power to the notebook
     
    Lite, Dec 12, 2007
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    alemex Notebook Enthusiast

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    It looks like I didn't explain my problem well.
    The laptop do not take power from the power supply. I have several AC adapter so I sure the problem come from the laptop.
    The laptop still functions on batteries, but those are not charging because of the previous reason.
    I finally found a repairer. I'll tell you the final diagnostic and price.
     
    alemex, Dec 13, 2007
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