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    Vaio FS-550 DC Jack

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by jquaas, Jul 20, 2008.

  1. jquaas

    jquaas Newbie

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    Has anyone ever replaced the dc jack on the side of the fs-550 (where the power plug connects)? The center pin on mine has broke, so the battery doesn't charge fully. Is this easily replaced or should I take it to an 'authorized service center'?
     
    jquaas, Jul 20, 2008
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  2. Bog

    Bog Losing it...

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    You might be able to fix it yourself using a soldering iron; it would be a simple repair. Can you take a picture of the damage and post it up, please?
     
    Bog, Jul 20, 2008
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  3. Hep!

    Hep! sees beauty in everything

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    I've not done it on this specific laptop, but I have done it on numerous others.
     
    Hep!, Jul 20, 2008
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    It is amazing how common this issue is in laptops; I think it has something to do with the recent decline in manufacturing quality.
     
    Bog, Jul 21, 2008
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