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Computer Help and Support

LAS14

(14,971 posts) Tue Jun 9, 2020, 10:04 AM Jun 2020

Not about computers, but nutsy boltsy. Smart people here, in my experience... [View all]

Can anyone advise me about how to find help in replacing or repairing the cord pictured here? The problem is where the cord fits into the big plug. I know this because for about a year I've been able to make the connection work (light goes on) by wiggling that part. For starters, is there a name for the cord? For the big plug end of the cord? For the other end? Should I/someone be able to take that big square thing apart and maybe do something??? Is there a name for people who fix this kind of stuff? The gadget it is connected to has been out of existence for decades.

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Not about computers, but nutsy boltsy. Smart people here, in my experience... [View all] LAS14 Jun 2020 OP

I would go to a computer repair place if it can be fixed mitch96 Jun 2020 #1

Thanks. What would I call the thing I'm looking for on Ebay? LAS14 Jun 2020 #4

A/C adapter think4yourself Jun 2020 #7

Yes, it looks like an AC adapter. Just make sure the power requirement are the same... mitch96 Jun 2020 #20

Could you please look at reply #12? tia las LAS14 Jun 2020 #13

The 90 degree bend at the end of your chord may be tough Boxerfan Jun 2020 #2

Thanks much. What term do I use for an E-bay search? LAS14 Jun 2020 #5

Whatever the device is plugged into... Boxerfan Jun 2020 #10

Could you please look at reply #12? tia las LAS14 Jun 2020 #14

I wouldn't risk repairing it think4yourself Jun 2020 #3

And thanks to you, too. As I asked the other helpful responders, what term(s)... LAS14 Jun 2020 #6

AC adapter think4yourself Jun 2020 #8

Could you please look at reply #12? tia las LAS14 Jun 2020 #15

May I ask what this item actually does or what it is? discntnt_irny_srcsm Jun 2020 #9

First thing I (or any repairman) would do is apply a voltmeter (DMM, DVM, VOM, whatever) to the plug eppur_se_muova Jun 2020 #11

Could you please look at reply #12? tia las LAS14 Jun 2020 #16

Refining my question. LAS14 Jun 2020 #12

Both listed have more than enough amperage. Boxerfan Jun 2020 #17

OK, 200mA refers to the maximum current, and is the same as 0.2A (Ampere). eppur_se_muova Jun 2020 #19

Thanks so much!!! nt LAS14 Jun 2020 #21

How to replace it .... CloudWatcher Jun 2020 #18

I don't understand... LAS14 Jun 2020 #22

Input 110 CloudWatcher Jun 2020 #23