I've searched the Dell support site, but don't see any related articles to troubleshoot this problem. Is it my AC power cord or do I need to have the laptop connection fixed, or is it something I haven't thought of?
2007-01-05 06:40:15 · 8 answers · asked by Shapht 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Here it goes. Take a pen and stick in the place you would stick the ac plug(in the computer). Try to move it around. If it is loose, there is your problem. If not, take the ac adaptor to a computer repair shop or electrical store and have them check it. If your dc jack(where you plug the ac adaptor into the computer) is broke and under warranty, you are going to have to fight with Dell to get it fixed right. If it's not under warranty, then it will cost between $200 and up to get it fixed. Don't fall for the places that can fix it for $50. It takes about 2 or 3 hours to fix. The tech has take the laptop completely apart so I do not recommend doing it yourself.
2007-01-05 06:59:53 · answer #1 · answered by waterprincess_1982 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I thought mine was the cord (year and a half old Inspiron). Well throwing $40 at a cord was useless. I had to finally take it to a repair shop and throw $40 at them. They couldnt help me and kept my money for the valuable information of who could help. I then resorted to "micro fix" which is a company who sauders things internally. That damage was $110. Someone in Pakistan (Dell customer support) said it was THE MOTHER BOARD! Bottom line: Never buy a DELL!
2007-01-05 06:52:06 · answer #2 · answered by Cinnamon girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be the AC Adapter, or it could be the port on the laptop you plug it in to. If it's still under warranty, call Dell and get it fixed.
2007-01-05 06:42:33 · answer #3 · answered by Yoi_55 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-12-01 21:15:00 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's probably just the cord. You should go to a computer repair place and see the problem and possibly buy a new one.
2007-01-05 06:42:40 · answer #5 · answered by Russianator 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
as I understand it, you will go to battery power, when the ac goes out. do some trial and error work. check cable tightness, inspect power plug, inspect wall plug, wiggle the power cable trom wall to the battery unit and see if any things works or stops working
2007-01-05 06:47:29 · answer #6 · answered by duster 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u might have a loose connection someplace. Check all possible areas including power outlet, adapter, jack base and the adapter.
Good luck.
2007-01-05 06:43:14 · answer #7 · answered by FORD on FIRE 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i think you have to check that everything's in place first and that the electricity is fine before getting another adaptor or going to get your laptop checked .
2007-01-05 06:50:00 · answer #8 · answered by sweet tooth 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋