USB Power Supply Please

Started by Krazzikk July 30th, 2012 12:51 PM
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Male
Florida
Seen November 22nd, 2019
Posted January 3rd, 2018
503 posts
10.9 Years
So my laptop is a pain to keep charged because the socket that the charger plugs into is worn out and the charger isn't secure so it slips out. The only way I can get it to work is to hold it in firmly, or tape it in, but the tape isn't reliable (and it wastes tape) and holding in is just so impractical. I was thinking that I could probably get a power supply that worked via USB, but I have not been able to find one. Does anyone know where I could get one, or have any other ideas for ways to fix my problem?

Tsutarja

Age 28
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Florida
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By "socket", do you mean the cable that runs from the transformer box to the laptop or the cable that runs from the transformer box to the wall outlet/surge protector? Just a question to ponder.. If your power adapter is shorting out, then the only thing you can pretty much do is get a replacement, preferably from the original manufacturer to ensure that voltage, current and resistance are exactly matching.

As for USB power, I never knew that was possible if it is possible. But be advised that any form of charging via USB is certainly less powerful than from charging directly at a wall outlet.
Male
Florida
Seen November 22nd, 2019
Posted January 3rd, 2018
503 posts
10.9 Years
By "socket", do you mean the cable that runs from the transformer box to the laptop or the cable that runs from the transformer box to the wall outlet/surge protector?
Sorry I was not specific enough, I don't really know what to call it. By socket I meant the hole that the charger plugs into the laptop

Archer

NSW, Australia
Seen January 26th, 2020
Posted January 5th, 2020
3,956 posts
16.6 Years
You can't charge a laptop via USB. Unfortunately, a lose power cord generally means that the port is lose on the motherboard and fixing it usually involves a costly replacement but in this case, it's likely your only option.
Yeah, you'll need someone to open the laptop up and either re-glue the socket into place or replace it. If the socket's physically worn out, you might need to replace it. A local computer shop should be able to order and fit a replacement socket if that's the case.

The power plug is usually separate to the motherboard and easily swapped out once the laptop is open. A shop should be able to do this for well under $150 for parts and labour.