IBook G4 power cord - plumbers' thread?

iBook G4 power cord - It only works part of the time. I'm pretty sure the problem lies in the connection between the prong piece that you can take off and the converter. If I wrap plumber's thread around the male part of the converter to make a tighter fit with the prong piece, will it transmit current better? It's hard to buy replacement parts for this cord.

Hi, and welcome to Apple Discussions.
Is this what you need?
http://www.amazon.com/Apple-PowerBook-iBook-Square-Power/dp/B00110BG92/ref=pd_bx gy_e_text_b
I'd be a little afraid of messing around with the connections for fear of making something overheat.

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IBook G4 Power Cord

OK I don't know all of the technical terms, but my power adapter or cord keeps breaking. I think I'm on my 3rd or 4th and this one is broken as well. It always breaks right after the harder plastic part nearest to the actual computer and the wires are exposed. After the first one broke, I've been very careful to make sure that the cord isn't turned in a funny way or kinked. I make sure to never set anything on it so I have no idea how this keeps happening. They don't last longer than a year each. Anyone know what could be wrong?

Based on what I have seen here and elsewhere, I suspect it is a design flaw with the cord itself.
I would also assume you are pulling on the plug and not the cord itself to remove it from the computer...

IBook screen goes black after unplugging power cord

I originally posted this topic in the wrong discussion group for iMac G4, the computer is actually an iBook G4.
My wife's iBook bought about 2 years ago shows battery 100 percent charged. But when she unplugs the power cord the screen goes black. Can not be restarted until she plugs in the power cord. It seems like it might be the battery. She got extra batteries when she bought it. Is there a way to tell if it is the battery before having to replace it?

Did you check on the status of your battery using "About this Mac" under the Apple on the menu bar? Click on "More Info..." and select Power under Hardware. It will tell you capacity and cycle count.
You may have a dead battery.
Also check out thread:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=11455411&#11455411

Can I use a power cord from a 2007 iBook?

I have extra power cords from my old iBook - I would keep one at home and one at work. It appears to fit the new 13" MacBook Pro. They are both made by CE and appear identical except for the 90º magnetic connector on the new model.They are both labeled: Input AC100-240v-50-60Hz 15A; Output 16.5v 3.65A ADP-60AD B
I don't want to blow anything up...

Actually I misspoke: the old laptop is an early generation white polycarbonate MacBook with the first Intel core duo. It does have a Magsafe, and I am asking if I can plug the entire cable from the old MacBook from the wall into the new MacBook Pro.
Thanks for your help!

G4 ibook won't turn on the power cord stays orange and won't charge the bat

I plugged my g4 ibook in and it turned the computer
off, I am in Ghana and used a surge protector but
think this might be the reason. I have tried
resetting the PMU and the orange indicator light on
the power cord blinks green when I do this but then
nothing happens. The battery on the bottom only one
light lights up when pushing the battery button. Has
anyone else had this problem.
In addition I removed the battery and the power indicator light went to green without the battery in and the power in it, but absolutely nothing. Replaced the battery and nothing. Please help I am in Ghana, and have no way to get help!!!

Hey Ryan,
Can you hear drumming [I studied with a Ghanian master from the Univ. there for 5 years and have a few hand carved djembes which are awesome].
I'm hoping that will divert you because you're not likely to find a new adapter there but that's undoubtedly the problem. I bent the prong on one slightly and it did the same thing, it's possible yours is like that. If you don't have any knowledge of it being bent it probably happened inadvertently, so you might try letting it sit out in the hot African sun until the gold is very malable then just run your fingers round the prong very lightly try to align it. I tried all night and this didn't work but it did get the thing closer so it might work for you.
Here's a link to a very good price where I got my replacement and it's good $38: http://store.shentech.com/ap24v145wsqs.html

IBook Won't Sleep When Power Cord Is On/Charging

Hi!
I have a problem putting my iBook to sleep. I can't put it to "normal" sleep manually or by closing the lid. It wakes up after a few seconds and then go to sleep again and then wakes up again, etc. It does this over and over again. However, I noticed that when I remove the power cord from my iBook, it goes to normal sleep but when I insert it back again, the problem recurrs. What could be wrong?
Also, I'm not sure this is related but I also noticed that the key "n" is not responding normally. I have to press it harder so that I can make it appear on the screen when i type and sometimes it types a lot of "n's" even when I'm not pressing it or pressed it only once, e.g. onnnnnnnce (I only pressed "n" once).
I am really confused...please help! Thanks in advance!
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Hi Jo-Ann,
Welcome to Apple Discussions
Go to System Preferences > Power Adapter (from popup menu next to Settings For:; are the slides on never? You might want to try resetting the PMU (Knowledge Base Document #14449, which covers Resetting Powerbook and iBook Power Management Unit (PMU)).
I believe you key may be stuck. You should bring it to your local Apple Store/Reseller and have them take a look at it. If you are still having a sleep problem; they can look at that too
Jon
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IBook whirs whenever power cord plugged in?

So this started happening out of nowhere. There's a buzzing/whirring noise that comes out of my laptop whenever I put in the power cord. At first I though it was a battery or cord issue. I replaced both, and it still makes that sound. Furthermore, it only gives me a charged symbol for the battery life, and won't charge the battery. Help? I really can't afford a new laptop right now, so any assistance is appreciated.

Fastest way to determine if the power cord is defective_remove the battery and try to power on with only cord attached.
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My power cord is broken, can i get a new one if im covered with the apple care protection plan?

does anybody know if i can get a new power cord if im covered with the apple care?

Depends on how it got damaged. have a look at this thread:
https://discussions.apple.com/message/2630756#2630756

Envy DV7 laptop will not boot without the power cord being connected

My laptop won't boot on its own even when the battery indicator reads "fully charged (97%). If I have the power cord plugged into the computer (and the wall), it boots right away. Without the power cord, the "power indicator light" flashes once, the screen brightens to a lighter shade of gray, then it just shuts down.
I'm thinking I need to replace the battery but I thought it best to check with the experts first...................☺
Thanks!!
ETA..........I just saw the post about power cord failure. My power cord is one of those affected and I will be filling out the request for a replacement. Unfortunately my serial number is apparently located inside the battery compartment. I'm wondering if my cord has overheated and caused this boot problem with my computer.

Hello, @jksweeney
Welcome to the HP Forums.
I see that your having an issue with the power and your notebook. That you've applied to have the power cord replaced as it was part of the recall.
Please let me know when that has been taken care of if the issue remains. I will remain subscribe to this thread, so that I will be notified if you post again.
Thank you for posting on the HP Forums.
I worked on behalf of HP.

Does the battery recall affect the power cord jack?

My computer battery is part of the recall. However in addition to the battery problem, the jack where the power cord plugs in is not working. I brought it to an authorized repair location and was told the "bronze wore off" and that the entire interior piece would have to be replaced. At a cost of approximately $500. since it is 2 years old. My question is this: could the faulty battery have affected the jack and therefore shouldnt this problem be covered under the recall?
ibook g4 Mac OS X (10.0.x)

Absolutely. And if they give you a hassle about it at the apple store explain to them quietly that a policy which does not factor into account the damage caused by defective parts is a marketing strategy that is admonishing the proper use of a computer. Furthermore it relegates the status of a consumer to the level of non-interest in furthering the aim of the company.
Hows that? It's the best I could come up with but in light of the trouble with the SEC that this and other companies are facing this should be ample enough ammunition to accomplish the mission [but don't hassle with applecare take it to the store unless you have a warranty and in that case it would be covered].

The power cord light?

my macbook pro is a work of perfection - i love this baby -
lately, my power cord light turns off at random times. what does this mean?

Read these threads.
http://discussions.apple.com/message.jspa?messageID=7894664#7894664
_*How to disconnect the MagSafe power adapter*_
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1453
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Can i take apart the imac power cord to put it through a hole in my desk. I'm able to get the ring off, but dont want take the housing off incase it breaks

can i take apart the imac power cord to put it through a hole in my desk. I'm able to get the ring off, but dont want take the housing off incase it breaks

I hear you. The reason I asked is that on the computer end of the cable, I took the ring off and it looks like there are some clasps around the housing, so I was wondering if these were for the purpose of threading the the cable. I will try and get some pictures. The drill is charging, however!!
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I book doesnt work with power cord only

Hello. I was just using my ibook g4 and shut it down. When i tried to turn it back on it worked for about 5 minutes then it shut off. I tried taking out the battery and holding down the power button for 5 seconds among other things. I gave up and borrowed a friends battery, he has the same model as me and that battery doesnt work either. I tried just using the power cord only and that doesnt work either. Do i need to take it in to a professional? I've tried just about everything.

Hey Caesar and Welcome to Apple Discussions,
So your header reads:
"i book doesnt work with power cord only "
Is that right? Will it run only on the battery?
If so this is from the manual:
"The computer runs with battery, but not with the power adapter plugged into
wall outlet
1. Try known-good power outlet.
2. Try known-good power adapter and power cord.
Note:
Verify that power adapter connector glows amber or green. If the power
adapter light is green, turn over the computer and press the battery button. The
battery lights should glow green and stay on if the power adapter is operating
correctly.
3. Reset the power manager by pressing the key combination Control-Option-Shiftpower.
Warning: Make sure you do not hold down the "fn" key when resetting the
power manager.
Warning: Resetting the power manager means you will also need to reset the
date and time (using the Date & Time control panel).
4. Replace DC board.
5. Replace logic board."
and it would help to know exactly which iBook you have but this is pretty generic.
Richard

New Macbook 3 pronged ac power cord

I just had my ac adaptor replaced under warranty. They sent me a 3 pronged power cord. Is this correct and they are just using a grounded cable now?

As far as I know, Apple includes 3-prong extension cables as well as the standard two-prong snap-in module in the box with all their new laptops. I got a 3-prong cable with my circa 2005 iBook G4 1.42, and I believe the ground pin connects to the metal "button" on the power supply.
Back in 2002, my iBook G3 600 shipped with a 2-prong extension cable. The "button" that the module snapped into was plastic.

AC power cord for Mac Classic

i have an opportunity to get an old mac classic but the seller says it has not AC cord. is that easy to get somewhere or not worth the bother?
thanks!

I don't know if the Classic just takes a standard AC power cord. A rounded triangular sort, usually with three sockets that plugs into recesssed prongs on the back of the computer.
If it's that kind it's been in use for several decades and you can pick up for very little money (I have about 20 in a box).
Also read:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=647360&tstart=2535
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