Fixing Your Laptop AC Adapter

Of all the laptop irritants, the most annoying is power failure. And when that happens, the AC adapter becomes the main casualty. Consequently,, no power flows through the adapter, making it difficult to turn on or boot the laptop. But before  you go fixing your laptop AC adapter, let's identify the root cause. But first let me show you the things you will need for this exercise.

• VOM/DMM Devices
• Wire cutters
• solder gun
• Electrical Tape
• Screw Driver

Now to the troubleshooting:

• Check the wires protruding from the adapter. There should be a plug at one end and a lead connecting to the adapter at the end. Make sure the connections are tight and check the pins in the socket for damage.
• Verify that the LED adapter light is left
• Check the lower right corner of your laptop and see whether your battery icon is showing. It should have a plug picture on top of it.
• Test the AC adapter with a VOM or DMM device to get a read on how much electrical current is flowing through the adapter.

Now that we are through with the troubleshoot,  onward to the repair:

• Check the cable for breaks or frayed areas. If you detect any, unplug the cable and connect the wires with solder to prevent shock and ensure proper insulation. Also, make sure you march the wires properly.
• Now check the internal wires. If the wires are glued together, fair enough. If not, open up the adapter by removing the screws. Just Make sure the adapter case is resealed.
• Now retest the AC adapter with the same  VOM /DMM devices to see whether power is flowing through the adapter this time.  Hopefully your adapter is back to its old self.

That's a wrap on 'Fixing your laptop AC adapter. Hopefully, after this tutorial your laptop adapter will start working again. Good luck!

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