[SOLVED] Need new Laptop Power Cord

[Errend]

The lining of my Power Cord for my laptop has started fraying, with the wires starting to peek out (I've since wrapped it in electrical tape). I need a new Power Cord, but what what are the important specifications that I should be looking for to make sure it has the right compatibility with my laptop? I'm assuming a "generic" power cord will cause problems.

(Also, any advice when shopping for a new one? I feel like I've been ripped off before making this kind of purchase)

 

[faalin]

what part do you need? the power brick and cord to the laptop, or from the wall to the brick.

Need to know the make and model of the laptop to make recommendations.

 

[Errend]

The brick to the laptop is what I need to replace (fraying is right by where it plugs into laptop).

Make is an MSI and model is GL63 8RC

 

[faalin]

well theres the genuine adapter link or a universal link

Have you tried contacting MSI to see what one would cost.

 

[Errend]

Thanks for the links. I'll probably go for the universal and save the $100. Any real downside to that?

I haven't contacted MSI yet, though their website doesn't list power cord replacements. I seem to recall contacting them about something like this a few years ago (could've been on last computer) and the price - and shipping - was... considerable.

 

[faalin]

I have a MSI gt60 2OD which is going on 8-9 years old, i havent had to replace to power brick but i have replaced the battery and i just picked up a generic on without any issues.

 

[geofelt]

Unless you can easily return the generic adapter, I would buy the genuine thing.
It is a higher capacity unit which might be relevant.
Also laptop makers may have circuitry in batteries and chargers to insure that only original replacements are used.

 

[Errend]

Just had this happen, so I should probably ask: my laptop suddenly shut down and the brick on the power cord started making a squeaking noise. Is this an issue related to the power cord (new one is on the way)? Or is this something else I should be concerned about?