The parts came in yesterday.

The computer does not recognize the Genuine Dell power cord.  I need to 
figure out what's going on here.  This third world rock I live on had 5 
(not a typo) power outages this morning, and my battery is down to 38%.

On 2017-06-05 10:33 AM (-4), Stephen wrote:
> The next bit of advice will have people screaming. I always use a  1/8"
> terminal screwdriver instead of a Phillips or crosshead screwdriver.
> Because if Dell use propriety screws you will strip/round the head if
> you don't have the right type. (Speaking from long experience on this.)

One of the screw heads was already stripped, and another screw is in so 
tight I'm afraid I'd strip it if I try to loosen it.  And most of the 
advice on the Web for dislodging stuck Phillips head screws looks like 
it would destroy my computer.

> it goes against the grain but it works for me. And buy the cheapest not
> the fancy type. They should be about a dollar or 10 bucks for ten.
> Something like this:
>
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Neill-Tools-Terminal-Screwdriver-100mm-Slotted-P18-4-/152480558413
>
>
> A small shifting spanner (adjustable wrench) on the end acts as a torque
> bar to start them off. (It often makes a cracking sound as if the
> plastic has broken.)
> BTW keep the screwdriver vertical so it does not slip. [Important]

What exactly is a terminal screwdriver?  I see them for sale on the Web, 
but I can't find a definition.

I find myself late at night poring over renders from years past.  I miss 
POV-Ray!

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