If it is will it be something I can do? I am quite technically minded and know a bit about IT.
2007-02-24 06:04:54 · 5 answers · asked by Suzie B 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Easy. Fill the offending port with soft cheese, go to maplins and buy a new one. Swallow replacement port. Wait for 24-48 hours, reclaim from basin of "armitage shanks" and exchange.
2007-02-24 06:10:41 · answer #1 · answered by MARC H 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They are on my IBM motherboard, so I would have to replace the motherboard to fix mine.
So I add a PCMCIA 4 port high speed USB card. Not only did I gain some ports, they are now 2.0 highspeed.
Still, ck the mrf, perhaps you can get a replacement solder on unit (if your motherboard is not multi-layer).
2007-02-24 06:10:43 · answer #2 · answered by Jim 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's a slot in the side of a laptop, PCMCIA card, there are loads available, you can get one that is 2 usb ports.
2007-02-27 19:11:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO you can't coz it is on the motherboard.A solution however, is to get an external PS2 docking station.(it has to be connected to the PS/ mouse connecter) Be sure to mention that when you buy it.I am sure a standard one will have a Ps2 connecter,usb,and a lot other connections which might prove to be helpful.Check for prices on E-Bay.Good luck
2007-02-24 09:06:24 · answer #4 · answered by simba 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
think tank is right its the easiest solution
usb ports on a laptop are soldered into the motherboard you can't replace them without damaging the motherboard
2007-02-27 19:27:49 · answer #5 · answered by bbh 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋