Back on September 23, 2007 [ here ] I wrote an article about a problem for the two wire adapter on some Apple computer systems. Since than readers have posted the problems they have encountered and also the high cost of replacing the power adapter. Yesterday I received this comment from a reader who has suggested a fix for the problem in which he states saved him $200.

Reader lawrence posted this:

I’ve had the same problem and have had two friends who have had the same problem. Here’s how I fixed it. I took apart the apple adapter wire and saw that it’s built much like a cable for a television with an external wire and a center wire. I then took a cable wire apart (about 4 inches) and twisted it together and then wrapped it round and round the external apple adapter wire. I then took a hot glue gun and coated it once it went around the existing broken apple wire. The wire connected the two and then I wrapped electrical tape around it and plugged it in. It works perfectly but looks silly. Still, I’ve saved about $200 for all three and am happy to share this technique with everyone.

It only takes about 10 minutes at most to fix so it’s incredibly fast.

This is certainly worth a try. Especially if a new adapter costs $200.

If anyone tries this fix, let us know how it works or doesn’t work you.

Also if you are experiencing a problem with your Apple power adapter let us know as well.

Comments welcome.

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