I have a bit of a dilemma regarding a power cable/adapter for my old Intel Core i7 laptop. I originally picked this machine up back in 2007, and now I’m running into some trouble. The connector on the cord itself isn't making a reliable connection anymore, and since the battery has pretty much given up the ghost—it barely lasts thirty minutes and won't even hold a charge while plugged in—the laptop is basically useless without a steady power source. I know I can just buy a replacement cable, though I'm not entirely sure if I need to replace the entire unit including the transformer block or just the cord itself. For instance, I saw one listed on Amazon for about $73, but then I heard rumors about those generic versions made in the USA that go for anywhere from 50 to $20 dollars. Does anyone know where I might be able to track one of these down locally here in Washington, D.C.? Where would be the best place to shop for these types of parts?
