(28/07/2010 09:46 PM)ZiNgA BuRgA Wrote:  Hmm, how well do those "generic chargers" work?  I do recall seeing some of those chargers designed for many devices. (few different plugs + voltage selector; IDK if there's some amperage requirement (there shouldn't be, right?))

No no no no no. I think I'm on the third laptop where I've replaced voltage regulation circuitry on the motherboard after its owner plugged in a generic charger set at the wrong voltage. You could get one but make sure EVERY TIME you plug it in that it's set to the correct voltage.

(29/07/2010 03:21 AM)Assassinator Wrote:  Mine broke recently too.

But it's just a problem with the cord, so it's fixable.  You figure out where it's broken, cut it open, and connect it again.

Another idea. It works unless the break is right by the plug. If you can find a new plugh then you're sorted.

If I were you get on eBay, search fol "laptop charger 19v 4.74a" or whatever the voltage an current rating is on your charger, filter out sellers outside the US (to filter out most of the cheap Chinese rubbish) then go through each listing to see if yours is compatible with that charger. I got a replacement for my laptop for £7 whereas an official Toshiba one is £60. It works fine. The only problem I have with it is that the cable is a little too short for my liking.