Broken charging port

Stacemin
Stacemin Member Posts: 1 New User
edited March 18 in 2019 Archives
We have an Iconia tab a500 and the power adaptor no longer connects. It feels as if something is loose I'm the socket when trying to connect the cable. It is definitely out of warranty, but I don't want to just throw it away. Does anyone know how we can send it in for repairs? We had to send it in when we first got it because of a broken power switch and were very happy with the service, but now I can't talk to anyone to even try to pay for repairs.

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Stacey
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  • Blayn-Acer
    Blayn-Acer Administrator Posts: 2,355 Community Administrator

    Please send me a private message with your name and telephone number, and I will have someone contact you regarding this.

  • BillT
    BillT Member Posts: 2 New User

    I have the same problem with the charge receptacle on my A500.  The tablet has been dropped from my bed onto the carpet a few times while plugged in.  Apparently, it has fallen directly onto the side where it was plugged in more than once.  This has caused the plastic in the area around the metal charging port to chip and cave in.  Now the metal receptacle moves rather freely inside the case and the plug has to be positioned just right to get the tablet to charge.  Most of the time, instead of an orange charging indicator on the power switch, I see a blinking pale purple indicator on the power switch.  I have to unplug and plug the power cord in several times before it will show a steady orange indicator.  Even though the battery icon in the notification area shows that the unit is plugged in, when the purple light is flashing the battery is discharging.  My unit is covered under an extended warranty that I purchased from Wal-Mart when I got my tablet.    My question is, can the charging port and the chipped, caved-in plastic on the case be repaired or replaced or will the entire tablet have to be replaced.  Of course, if it has to be replaced, I certainly wouldn't turn down the latest and greatest 10" tablet.  My problem is that I have no idea how to backup my browser bookmarks, photos, or programs to the external sdcard.  One more item is in regards to the docking station as a charging platform.  The description at the Acer online store is not real clear, but it sounds as if the power cord plugs into the docking station and the tablet charges through the 40-pin connector.  Is this correct?  If so, then I could use the docking station to charge instead of sending the tablet in for repair.

     

    I apologize for the number of questions in one post, but I could not see making a single post for each question as each question relates to a single problem.  I'd be more than happy to send a private message and have a technician call me.  Thank you.

  • Blayn-Acer
    Blayn-Acer Administrator Posts: 2,355 Community Administrator

    Please send me a private message with your contact information, and I will have a technician contact you.

     

  • canadamoe
    canadamoe Member Posts: 1 New User

    We have a bent wore in the charging port....    what are our options.    iconia a110

     

    Thanks

  • billsey
    billsey ACE Posts: 34,246 Trailblazer

    Not many when that center wire is bent over to the side. You *might* be able to bent it back, but you also m8ght break it off if it's too weakened. If you can't get it to recenter you are looking at a motherboard replacement.

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  • SSamm
    SSamm Member Posts: 1 New User

    My charging port is broken on my A700. Wont charge at all anymore. Please help. Want to get it repaired ASAP.

     

    Thanks

  • billsey
    billsey ACE Posts: 34,246 Trailblazer

    Likely your best bet will be to contact Acer to get a repair. If that turns out to be too expensive you might try a local service technician, since you won't be any worse off if they totally screw it up. :-)

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  • fgriii
    fgriii Member Posts: 1 New User

    Hi 

    I have and Acer Iconia A200, and it seems like I have a bad charging port. I need some information on getting the tablet repaired.

    Thanks 

    Fred Ripka

  • aapicella
    aapicella Member Posts: 1 New User

    I have an Acer Iconia Tab A200 that is very good, but the power connector is loose and it doesn't always charge when the plug is in.  Lately its been harder to charge.  I have to put it in and press up or down to make a good contact.

     

    This seems similar to what others have said.  I love the Tablet and would like to keep it if possible but I need advice on how to get this fixed and about what to expect of the cost.

     

    Thanks Much.

  • heavenlybodies
    heavenlybodies Member Posts: 1 New User

    need my acer tablet charging port repaired. i want to do it myself. i need directions

  • roadwarrior796
    roadwarrior796 Member Posts: 273 Practitioner WiFi Icon

    Difficult to help more as you have not said which model of tablet you have, if you were to "google",  *repair the charging port of the Acer* ( and insert your tablet model ) you will find a wealth of information and some helpful Youtube videos on teardowns and repairs.

  • RowdyKrow
    RowdyKrow Member Posts: 2 New User

    Yes, I too wish to report that I seem to have a broken charger port.

     

    It was never very reliable, i.e. I would always have to wedge the plug cord under the tablet to get full and complete connection so that it would charge. Same as when I was transferring files to PC, I would need to hold the cable in a certain way while the files transferred, and when I let go of the cord, the tablet would disconnect.

     

    However, now, no matter which angle I hold it at, I just can not get a consistent connection.

     

    What should I do?

     

    Thanks in advance.

    K

  • roadwarrior796
    roadwarrior796 Member Posts: 273 Practitioner WiFi Icon

    Normally the charging ports are held in place with little blobs of solder and can, easily, become loose. This can be fixed by opening the tablet and re soldering, however, it's not something to be undertaken lightly, it is beyond the expertise of the majority of tablet users and best left to Acer or your local, friendly tablet/PC shop. Goes without saying that, if the device is still under warranty it should be returned to Acer for repair.

  • yorkshire16601
    yorkshire16601 Member Posts: 1 New User

    I also have the same issue with the the usb not staying the port. I am very upset as I sent it back for repair under warranty and they will not fix it and want to charge me 149.00 to do so. This seems to be a problem with your tablets and I am not happy. I will not ever buy another acer product and I will make sure that I give you as many bad reviews as I can until the problem is resolved. Your company sucks for not honoring the warranty. My tablet has never been dropped or abused in any way. It is carried in a padded container when taken anywhere.

  • Blayn-Acer
    Blayn-Acer Administrator Posts: 2,355 Community Administrator

    I apologize for the problems you are experiencing. Acer does honor warranty on products that covers defects in materials and workmanship. As the warranty does not cover physical damages to the product, charges are applied to cover the cost of the repair. I understand you state the tablet has not been dropped or abused, so I am reviewing your repair case to see how we can best assist you.

  • batreds
    batreds Member Posts: 1 New User

    I have an acer b1 710  and  some pushed my tablet of a desk and facedown cracking the screen and damaging the charging port because thatsmwere the most cracks are and where the books landed on it. The charging port isvery wiggly so I have to position the charger cord just right and I don't want to keep doing this just in case it breaks even worse what should I do? Really want to fix this,soon.

  • gkaardal
    gkaardal Member Posts: 3 New User

    I am now having the same problems with my iconia A700, it seems that the power jack is loose and will not charge the unit, is there anyway around this problem or do I have to take it to a techie>

  • billsey
    billsey ACE Posts: 34,246 Trailblazer

    The biggest problem, other than loss of its function, with a bent or broken power port is that it is soldered to the motherboard. That means for most technicians it requires a motherboard replacement to repair. Some very accomplished technicians will have the skills to unsolder the old one and solder in a replacement, but even those will find it tough to find the new connector itself. Plan on a fairly expensive repair, likely well over the $100 range. Smiley Sad

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  • Jlcboneyard
    Jlcboneyard Member Posts: 1 New User
    I have an acer a200 with a bad charging port. It feels very loose and you have to push it in hard and hold in place and wiggle it to get it to maybe connect. I know it's soldered to the mother board but can it be replaced
  • gkaardal
    gkaardal Member Posts: 3 New User

    I also thought it was a broken charging port..but after checking out my data transfer cord, which also works in the same port, i found out it was the actual charging cord/adapter.

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