Can I Use a Different AC Adapter for My ASUS Monitor?
The power adapter for my ASUS monitor stopped working. The original adapter is an ADP-40KD rated for 100–240V input and 19V DC at 2.1A output. The only spare…
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Should I Have a Technician Inspect My Phone After It Fell in Water?
My non-water-resistant phone fell into less than two inches of water. I pulled it out quickly and managed to turn it off within about eight seconds. After drying…
Can I use a different AC adapter for my ASUS monitor?
The power adapter for my ASUS monitor stopped working. The original adapter is an ADP-40KD rated for 100–240V input and 19V DC at 2.1A output. The only spare…
Water Got Inside My Laptop Screen—What Should I Do?
My laptop was in my bag while I walked home through very heavy rain, and some water apparently got inside the display. I shut it down and turned…
How can I stop a Back-UPS 700 from beeping without its battery?
I was given an APC Back-UPS 700, but the internal battery had been removed. I mainly want to use it as a surge-protected power source because my apartment…
How can I stop a Back-UPS 700 from beeping without using its battery?
I received an APC Back-UPS 700 for free, but the previous owner removed the internal battery. It now beeps constantly whenever the unit is switched on. I mainly…
CD player shuts off or glitches after starting playback—what could be wrong?
My TECHPLAY QT62BT compact stereo CD player used to work normally, but after moving back to my dorm it began shutting off after the first song. It now…
Is a Rough Xbox One Controller Trigger Better Fixed Mechanically or With Software?
The right trigger on my Xbox One controller feels completely smooth, but the left trigger catches about halfway through the press. It feels and sounds like the trigger…
Water Spilled Into My Mini PC—No Display or USB Power
My cat spilled water, and some of it got into the bottom of my BOSGAME P4 Mini PC. It still powers on, but there is no display output…
Is a Rough-Feeling Left Trigger on an Xbox One Controller Fixable?
My Xbox One controller's right trigger feels completely smooth, but the left trigger seems to catch or press through a rubbery resistance partway down. The controller still works,…
Why does my laptop power adapter need to warm up before it works reliably?
I have an ASUS ROG gaming laptop purchased around 2021 with its original 240 W power adapter. The adapter is rated for 100–240 V AC input at 50–60…
Why does my laptop power adapter need to warm up before it works properly?
My ASUS ROG gaming laptop's original 240 W power adapter seems to be failing. After sitting unused for roughly 15 minutes, it struggles to provide stable power and…
How to Fix a 4th Generation iPod That Won't Charge?
I recently found my old 4th generation iPod, but there's an issue—it's showing that it's charging, but it really isn't. I've already tried a few different cables, and…
Help! My Mouse Still Isn't Working After Reinstalling Drivers
I've been having issues with my mouse not working for a few days now. I've gone through the process of uninstalling and reinstalling the drivers, but it still…
How can I remove a deleted Apple account from my iPhone?
I'm in a tough spot and could really use some advice. I had an iPhone 11 Pro Max that I reset for selling, but when a buyer asked…
Help! My TV is Displaying Strange Colors After Being Laid Flat
I recently encountered a problem with my TV. It was lying on its back for a short period, and now it's displaying colors strangely. There were no unusual…
How can I fix my earbud after it fell in the toilet?
I accidentally dropped my right earbud into the toilet while sneezing. I managed to fish it out, but now the sound quality is off—it feels thinner, and there's…
What Should I Do After Spilling Water on My Keyboard?
I accidentally spilled water on my magnetic hall-effect keyboard and acted quickly by unplugging it. I removed all the keycaps and dried them with cold air, but I…
How Do I Remove a Broken DP Cord Stuck in My PC?
So, my boyfriend accidentally broke the DisplayPort (DP) cord while trying to yank it out of the port too quickly, and now there's a piece stuck inside the…
Laptop Keyboard Malfunction After Soda Spill: What Should I Do?
I accidentally spilled a bit of soda near my 7-year-old Acer laptop. I quickly cleaned it up with paper towels and a cleaner I had on hand, but…