I bought a used MSI laptop, but it came with a Gateway AC adapter. When I plug the power cord into the the laptop, the power disconnects if the plug isn't in the right position or gets moved slightly. Should I buy a new AC adapter or will I need to replace the power component in the laptop? Am I going to have to solder something?
Loose connection between charger and laptop
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Barty1884
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Considering it's not an official charger & uses a similar connector (not necessarily identical) - I'd look to the AC adapter first.
Ensure you get the correct wattage & not just any "MSI power adapter". There's usually 65w and 95w options.... sometimes more. Confirm what it is your laptop needs specifically (you haven't stated a model).
IF you get to the point that you need to replace an internal power connector/jack, yes - that will require to be soldered.
Fingers crossed a replacement adapter fixes the issue.
Ensure you get the correct wattage & not just any "MSI power adapter". There's usually 65w and 95w options.... sometimes more. Confirm what it is your laptop needs specifically (you haven't stated a model).
IF you get to the point that you need to replace an internal power connector/jack, yes - that will require to be soldered.
Fingers crossed a replacement adapter fixes the issue.
So my new adapter arrived, and the connection is a lot better but still disconnects if the plug is moved or twisted slightly. The plug itself doesn't perfectly match the socket on the laptop, as it sticks out slightly and you can see part of the metal male connector. I'm not sure if I should order another adapter or replace the power component on the laptop itself. Any ideas?
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Sticking out a little is not unheard of, so I wouldn't worry about that.
As for the disconnection if twisted or moved, that sounds like you're dealing with a loose jack inside the laptop itself.
You could just put up with it, but that will likely become more & more of a problem over time. I'd consider replacing the jack sooner or later.
As for the disconnection if twisted or moved, that sounds like you're dealing with a loose jack inside the laptop itself.
You could just put up with it, but that will likely become more & more of a problem over time. I'd consider replacing the jack sooner or later.
So to fix it I would need to buy a new power jack internal laptop component and then solder it in? How would I detach the broken part if it is soldered on? Is it possible that the current jack is not broken but just loose and can be resoldered?
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