DVI Port Very Very Stiff! Normal?

Hi, when connecting the dvi to vga video adapter it is a very tight connection (very stiff to put in and pull out)!
Is this normal?
Thanks

Hi Benson-uk-
I find the actual DVI port on the 'Book to be tight as you have described.
Luck-
-DP

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