Re: [Thinkpad] IBM Thinkpad Charging Problems

I've heard of the power outlet being loose before. If you're handy with a
soldering iron, that's easy to fix.

On 11/5/07, Joshua Cohen <smckdwn989@snet.net> wrote:
>
> Afternoon All,
>
>
>
> I have an IBM thinkpad, model R51. I have been having an issue with
> charging my laptop. Basically the laptop LED doesn't lightup when I plug
> in
> the AC adapter. Occasionally I can wiggle the adapter and see the LED
> flash
> briefly, but it still doesn't work. I have tried a couple of other
> adapters
> to see if it was the actual power cord or not, but still no go. Also
> tried
> charging with a battery inside and without one. I suspect it's an actual
> hardware problem. And am curious if anyone out there knows what
> specifically is wrong and if there is a way to fix it. Thanks so much.
>
>
>
> -Josh
>
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