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    Need to fix flaky power connector...need help

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by DCMAKER, Jan 8, 2011.

  1. DCMAKER

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    So on my old laptop it goes on off on off with charging. it has ruined 2 batteries and is a total pain. It is not the psu adapter. It is the socket in the laptop. How would you fix something like that?
     
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    moral hazard Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Yes, you'd need to replace the power jack or resolder it.

    For now I would not plug the power adapter into it, you could fry your motherboard.

    Some computer repair places will repair/replace a power jack for you but not all places will. Usually costs an arm and a leg too. At my work, we charge $160 which includes parts + labor for power jack repairs.
     
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  4. DCMAKER

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    bah its a a p4 m lol i'll do it myself
     
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    Someone on eBay does it for $40. He has lots of good feedback, and I'm currently getting one fixed through him.
     
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    rather not pay for shipping. I'll just go down to comm and get some tools from them during the work day i guess. I hope they won't mind
     
    DCMAKER, Jan 8, 2011
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