[ImBakinBacon]

Hello,

I have a Dell Inspiron 1501. Recently my battery charge has gone really low, like my battery only lasts about 5-15 minutes on a full charge with the lowest light settings. So, I've been forced to keep my adapter (o?) plugged in. However, now, when I plug it in, the light on the adapter itself flickers once, then goes off. The battery doesn't charge or anything. Is this a problem for my adapter? And is there any alternative besides buying a new one, seeing as the DELL ones cost about $80?

[jazz3000]

Have you called Radio shack to see if they have a Universal cheaper? jazz

[Triple6]

It may not be the DC Adapter but the jack in the laptop. Its not uncommon for the jacks to breaks and the power adapter could be tripping as a result of a broken jack. Is the jack in the laptop loose?

[ImBakinBacon]

Originally Posted by Triple6

It may not be the DC Adapter but the jack in the laptop. Its not uncommon for the jacks to breaks and the power adapter could be tripping as a result of a broken jack. Is the jack in the laptop loose?

Probably isn't that because the charger light flickers when everything is unplugged too.

[Triple6]

Well in that case get a new charger, many stores carry universal that work on many laptops, just be sure your Dell is supported otherwise buy a Dell replacement one.

[ImBakinBacon]

*sigh* I guess I have to spend my money... Thanks anyways.