Uploaded November 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Are you having issues charging your laptop? Does your power cord wiggle too much when inserted into your laptop? You could have a DC jack problem, and in this video I'm going to show you how to easily identify the problem and what to do about it. Enjoy, and please feel free to leave comments below!
*** TIMESTAMPS ***
00:00 - what to do if my laptop doesn't charge?
00:17 - what is a DC jack?
00:45 - confirming a bad DC jack
01:20 - are DC jacks expensive?
01:32 - identifying the old style DC jack vs the newer (plug-in) style of DC jack
02:00 - can I replace the DC jack myself?
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Are you having issues charging your laptop? Does your power cord wiggle too much when inserted into your laptop? You could have a DC jack problem, and in this video I'm going to show you how to easily identify the problem and what to do about it. Enjoy, and please feel free to leave comments below!
*** TIMESTAMPS ***
00:00 - what to do if my laptop doesn't charge?
00:17 - what is a DC jack?
00:45 - confirming a bad DC jack
01:20 - are DC jacks expensive?
01:32 - identifying the old style DC jack vs the newer (plug-in) style of DC jack
02:00 - can I replace the DC jack myself?
Subscribe to my channel to get notified when I release NEW content for you!:
youtube.com/AskYourComputerGuy?sub_confirmation=1
ALL my tools that I *highly* recommend and use personally every day...
Hardware ---
- 142-piece magnetic electronics precision screwdriver set with 120 bits
amzn.to/3exdNeb
- StarTech 4-bay USB 3.0 hard drive docking station 6Gbps
amzn.to/3z6zNpG
- StarTech 2-bay USB 3.0 hard drive docking station SATA 6Gbps
amzn.to/3sAGZt0
- Netgear A6100 wifi adapter
amzn.to/3DWUp5p
- Godshark NVME to USB adapter M.2 SSD to Type-A USB 10Gbps
amzn.to/3FGw3O8
- Cordless, rechargeable air duster 6000mAh 10w fast-charging
amzn.to/3pzJWIa
Virus/malware cleaning software ---
Avast (absolutely the best FREE anti-virus program available anywhere!):
bit.ly/3nK9rFL
MalwareBytes - protect your important files and keep malware off your computer
bit.ly/30PerjA
RogueKiller (a great malware/virus removal tool):
bit.ly/3CLOyhV
HitMan Pro (another great malware/virus removal tool):
bit.ly/3GuYD5c
CCleaner (used to clean up temporary files and get rid of forgotten junk on your PC):
ccleaner.com
Rkill (used to block active malware processes so you can clean your computer):
bleepingcomputer.com/download/rkill
TronScript (one of the most amazing PC cleanup tools you'll ever use, and FREE!):
softpedia.com/get/Tweak/System-Tweak/Tron-Script.shtml
Helpful/useful everyday software ---
Backup your CRITICAL data automatically with Carbonite!
bit.ly/3qvWMqe
Ninite (used to automatically download and install your favorite software):
ninite.com
Defraggler (used to defragment and organize your files):
defraggler.com
Open Office (Microsoft Office FREE replacement)
openoffice.org
Hey, do you want even MORE in-depth techie stuff? Check out my friend Nico's page, Nico Knows Tech:
youtube.com/nicoknowstech
*** FIND ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ***
YouTube: youtube.com/AskYourComputerGuy
Twitter: twitter.com/AskMeComputers
Facebook: facebook.com/askyourcomputerguy
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ask-your-computer-guy-953248217
Instagram: instagram.com/askyourcomputerguy
Discord: discord.gg/jPwMdc3MVW
*** Affiliate link notice ***
Some links included in this video are affiliate links. The creator may make a small percentage
from any products you purchase through one of these links. This comes at ZERO extra cost to you, and greatly helps to support the growth of this channel. Thanks so much for watching!
