[uug] Laptop Power problem

[Mark Gulbrandsen]

Hi all,

I have a compaq pressario 1400S (or 1600S, can't remember) with a loose power connector. The power connector I'm referring to is the DC connector inside the laptop that is exposed enough to allow for a connection from the power supply. The problem is that it's loose. The supply of power into the laptop goes on and off depending on how the connection is handled, or if it's moved or in a bad orientation. CompUSA and Compaq say it'll cost around $600 to fix. They say they have to replace the mother board. Obviously, I think it's rediculous.

Can anyone on this list help me out in trying to fix it? I'd be willing to pay a fair service fee for some help. Or does anyone have any ideas?

Thanks,

Mark


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