I don't think it is the power cord. i think it is the hole in the computer the power cord plugs into. Is this something i can do myself?
2007-03-06 15:44:20 · 4 answers · asked by Stever 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
I had an IBM laptop that was under warranty and was sent in twice for the plug problem. The third time it happened it was out of warranty so I junked it. But for a price ANYTHING can be fixed! Contact the manufacturer, or look in the phonebook for computer repair. You might even find a tech school where students work on computers and you can get it done at a reduced rate.
2007-03-06 16:00:26 · answer #1 · answered by Mama_Kat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Really, you could rig it to stay in with tape or hot glue but it would only be a temporary fix.
Your best bet is to take it into a service center and have them resolder a new power plug to the motherboard. This will proabably run you about $150. But if you don't you risk ruining the motherboard and costing yourself more in the long run.
2007-03-06 23:53:45 · answer #2 · answered by Bjorn 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
try spreading apart the blades in the socket, other than that , replace socket.spread them far enough to make better contact within the cords' female connector.
2007-03-06 23:52:09 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not. On all laptops I've owned (and I've had quite a few) they've all been not user servicable. (I've done my share of computer repair, but that's not one I'd attempt.)
2007-03-06 23:51:23 · answer #4 · answered by BigRez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋