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Problems with the HP ZX5000 Laptop Power Jack

almommabear | Oct 11, 2009 |

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The HP zx5000 is a very popular model among computer laptops. It is easy to transport and use, and it is a favorite among students and people who need to work on the go. However, many people have reported problems with the power jack on the HP zx5000.

Some HP zx5000 laptop users report that the laptop will have trouble charging when the power cord is used. Even when the laptop is stationary and the cord remains plugged in, the power jack will not maintain a constant connection. Users will notice the battery indicator on their toolbar, then it will switch to AC power and back to battery. This is an indicator that there is a potential problem with the power jack.

You can also tell that the HP zx5000 power jack has a problem with it will not charge. In a properly functioning HP zx5000 laptop, when you turn off the laptop and plug in the power cord the charging indicator light will come on. If it does not, the power jack is probably broken.

Finally, you will know that your HP zx5000 has a broken power jack when it will only charge the laptop in certain positions. Try wiggling the power cord around in the power jack until you find a position that the laptop battery begins to charge. This is the time to save all of the important data on your computer, because eventually the power jack will break completely and you will not be able to charge your computer at all. Before it runs out of power, get on the computer, save your data, and look for a power jack repair company that specializes in HP zx5000 power jack repair.