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Apple iBook G3 12" M7721 Power Jack Repair

If your Apple iBook G3 12" M7721 only charges when the cable is held at an angle, or won't charge at all, the power jack is the most likely cause.

Signs your Apple iBook G3 12" M7721 needs this repair

  • Charging light flickers when the cable moves
  • Laptop only charges at a certain angle
  • Loose or wobbly charging socket
  • Burning smell or scorch marks near the socket
  • Battery runs down even when plugged in
  • No charging light at all

How we fix your Apple iBook G3 12" M7721

We test your charger first. A faulty adapter causes the same symptoms and is a cheaper fix, so you don't pay for a repair you don't need.

If the jack is at fault, we remove the board, take out the old jack and fit a new one, or replace the DC-in cable on models where the jack sits on a lead. We then check the charging circuit so your Apple iBook G3 12" M7721 charges reliably.

How long it takes

Power jack repairs are usually finished the same day or the next working day.

Good to know: Stop using a laptop that smells of burning near the charging socket. A shorting jack can damage the motherboard.

About this laptop

Indigo clamshell iBook with a 366 MHz G3 and FireWire, the standard model of the final clamshell line from September 2000 to May 2001. More about the Apple iBook G3 12" M7721

Common questions

Could the fault just be my charger?

Sometimes. A faulty charger causes the same symptoms, so we test yours before recommending any repair.

Will the battery need replacing as well as the power jack?

Not always. A battery that has been run flat many times may be worn, and we'll let you know after testing.

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