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    4 pin power connector

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by Spektre, Nov 2, 2018.

  1. Spektre

    Spektre Notebook Geek

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    Has the female end of the 4 pin power connector coming from the brick ever been sourced/located?

    My power brick's connector is loose going into the notebook causing it to fall out frequently. It seems silly buying a new power supply when all that is need is a few dollar connector.
     
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  2. bennyg

    bennyg Notebook Virtuoso

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    Its probably actually the collar on the input jack on the notebook. You can try bending it back into shape to press on the connector more when it's inserted.
     
    bennyg, Nov 2, 2018
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  3. t456

    t456 1977-09-05, 12:56:00 UTC

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    If that quick fix won't help; the female plug is a Singatron 3MP-3432.

    Unfortunately, no one has been able spot a 'loose' one for sale anywhere. Some of the Toshiba Qosmio models used the same plug though, are far more common and can be had relatively cheaply:
    Toshiba Qosmio 180W AC Power Adapter (~$30)
    Could swap a different plug to the adapter and use it as a spare for another laptop. Or make it a universal with a kit like this:
    48pcs Universal Laptop AC DC Jack Power Supply Adapter Connector Plug
     
    t456, Nov 2, 2018
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  4. Spektre

    Spektre Notebook Geek

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    Thanks for the input folks. This is a shame and a serious design flaw IMO. I love the other components in the Clevo, but a power cord falling out all the time is a non starter for future Clevo/Sager purchases.
     
    Spektre, Nov 12, 2018
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