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HDMI Cable: It is broken and I need help

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 04:05:46 -0700

So, my HDMI Cable is messed up at the edge, like, it's REALLY messed up. I don't know what to do too. Can anyone tell me what should I do?

⟐ Answered March 24, 2026 at 4:05 MST

HDMI cable: HDMI cable edge fix

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 21:52:11 -0700

Hello everyone i have a 40 meter HDMI cable and the one edge has been damaged. is there any way to fix it?

⟐ Commented October 30, 2025 at 21:52 MST

satechi usb c hub: How to fix USB-C hub cable that only works when bent? Tear it down?

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:31:12 -0700

I have had a Satechi USB-C hub like this one for 2 years now (which I know regret buying because ...), the cable only works when I bent it with adequate force while plugged in, why is that?

Would I have to tear it down to see the inside? There are no screws, and the outer case appears to be metal and there are black cover on both sides like in the photo. I have no clue how to open it.

⟐ Answered September 22, 2025 at 13:31 MST

Cables: HDMI Cable End Needs Replacement

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 22:30:34 -0700

I have a damaged HDMI cable end that needs to be replaced/ repaired. The cable is behind walls and is a very long run 100ft +/- I’m trying to find out if the damaged end can be replaced.

⟐ Commented July 28, 2025 at 22:30 MST

Cables: usb-c to headphone jack cable not working :(

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 11:31:38 -0700

hi guys. I don't even know if this is worth trying to fix but I got a cheap headphone jack to usb-c cord to use with my headphones a little bit ago, and less than a week later the usb-c end got bent and just completely pulled out of the cable. I looked inside and there's a bunch of short, stiff wires in there. I tried to just slide it back on and use it as normal but it obviously wasn't working. it's probably just garbage atp but if there's some way to fix it, please let me know.

⟐ Answered April 02, 2025 at 11:31 MST

Cables: Which color is for what

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 12:16:56 -0700

Inside my after market USB to lightning. What is color wire designation for White , Yellow, green,black, Red

⟐ Answered March 24, 2025 at 12:16 MST

câble Jack TRS: Why is my power has over heating

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:38:28 -0700

why is my power has over heating

⟐ Commented January 29, 2025 at 0:38 MST

USB: How can I know if I have genuine Apple Lightning cable

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:13:25 -0700

Hi everyone,

I had an issue with Apple USB to Lightning cable and now I am wondering how can I check if I have genuine Apple cable. I get my cable from “second hand” (it was in original packing and it’s looks genuine - compare the one from Apple Store - no different at all).

I know there are some cable testers, but the price is high - if I just want check cables. So I am curious if there is any software ? So I can connect USB to my Mac and will know if it’s genuine or not.

Thanks all for any idea :)

Regards Rob

⟐ Commented January 28, 2025 at 0:13 MST

Cable RCA: My Composite Video (RCA cable) are too loose in the TV slots

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 15:46:27 -0700

It's the yellow one that is loose. I have to wiggle it around each time and sometimes several times. How can I get a better connection? Maybe there is a lubricant that would improve the conducting so the signal will travel better. Otherwise I have to get a new (used) TV just because of this.

I have several cables and they all are loose.

⟐ Commented December 18, 2024 at 15:46 MST

USB: Broke one side of my 16 foot ubs type c

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 12:48:45 -0700

hey guys i have a c to c cable and one end broke i cut the end that was broken and there is at lest 9 single wires and then 4 that are shielded twisted pair. I need guidance on this my self and were to get the type c connector for that, its a 16 foot cable so id rather not chuck it out

ok I did forget to mention it was meant for the quest 2 and it was the 90 degree bend end.

The info given is great by the way

⟐ Commented April 17, 2024 at 12:48 MST

AC Power Adapter: Is it possible to repair this adapter cable?

Sun, 03 Mar 2024 08:50:44 -0700

The dc cable is broken for awhile I just applied electrical tape and moved on, Today it finally gave in I was thinking if its possible to just cut out the broken part and reconnect it and my main concern is if its similar to USB cable and hoping this one is just ground and power.

The adapter's model is "ADP-65GD B" (ASUS)

Thanks!

⟐ Answer accepted March 03, 2024 at 8:50 MST

Ethernet Cable: Ethernet wire connection to wall mounted box

Sun, 28 Jan 2024 07:19:49 -0700

Where exactly can I put the two wires that come from telephone line to this connection box?

⟐ Answer edited January 28, 2024 at 7:19 MST

AC Power Adapter: patching cable but cannot use heatshrink tubing

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 08:26:24 -0700

I was planning to protect a peeled spot in my cable by sliding a heatshrink tube over the spot and heating it. However the cable has a 90° bend at the end where it plugs into the computer and this is preventing me from sliding the tube in (on the other end there’s a big square adapter so also impossible on that side). Any ideas on alternative ways to patch the spot?

The biggest tube I have is 1/2” which shrinks to 4mm. I think a bigger tube is not the answer as it wouldn’t shrink enough right?

⟐ Answer accepted December 19, 2023 at 8:26 MST

Cables: My display port is stuck in the pc

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:36:20 -0700

The dp is stuck even by pressing on the button in it gently or hardly it dont get out

⟐ Answered November 16, 2023 at 17:36 MST

USB: Laptop cooling pad, usb fan cable end replacement

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 17:00:48 -0700

I'm trying to fix a laptop cooling pad. The usb end broke off. So I figured, easy fix, found a spare usb end and soldered the wires together. No dice. It's a 2 fan setup, I assume wired in parallel. It's not really designed to be taken apart, so I can't get a good look at the set up. Lable on the pad says it's rated at 5V 0.45A 2.25W. I tried a few power sources, each time I get 5V before connecting the fans, and 2V after. I tried just wiring one, and got the same. Seems like it should have been the simplest fix, but I'm stumped.

Attached is a pic with it just connected to one fan.

⟐ Answer accepted September 24, 2023 at 17:00 MST

Chromebook USB Type-C Charger: Why is my power adapter overheating?

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 11:16:43 -0700

I need solution for the overheating of my power adapter

⟐ Answered August 10, 2023 at 11:16 MST

USB: Replacing USB connector for USB Cable

Fri, 26 May 2023 12:24:49 -0700

Hi, I bought some USB connectors to replace a broken USB connector. Question is the plastic housing doesn't have any lock or clip! Not sure if I need to glue this in or use another method? Thanks.

⟐ Answer accepted May 26, 2023 at 12:24 MST

USB: Changing USB Type-C connector

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:16:17 -0700

Hi,

My Hp Chromebook Type-C charger stopped working after a hard pull on the cable. I tore apart the connector and found out the cable just beneath the connector is damaged. I got a new connector but am confused which wire to connect where.

Charger cable has 3 wires (White, Blue, Black) and the connector has 4 connection pads (G, D+, D-, V). I checked voltage between all wires and got:

White - Blue = 2.9V
White - Black = 0V
Black - Blue = 2.9V

Make matter even more confusing the original connector has nine pins (yes not eight), five pins on 'top' (A1, A4, A8, A9, A12) and four pins on the 'bottom' side (B1, B4, B9, B12). I believe A8 is extra and does not do anything but who knows...

If you understand this please help me determine which wire should be soldered on which pad.

Here is a related question I found with similar charger with similar configuration.
Repair connector on HP charger

Thanks

Images Attached:

⟐ Answer edited January 30, 2023 at 5:16 MST

USB: Can I fix a loose wireless USB dongle?

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 01:56:45 -0700

The wireless USB dongle for my keyboard/mouse setup has become loose and will no longer stay in the USB port on my computer, so my keyboard won't stay connected. The metal and the plastic parts have become loose so they are wiggly. Microsoft can't replace just the dongle and only offered to replace the entire setup (meaning I would have to throw away a perfectly good keyboard and mouse - only a year old - because they can't connect to anything!). I've tried holding it in place with tape/rubber bands while in my USB port, but that hasn't worked. Does anyone know a way to repair the dongle so that it will stay in place?

⟐ Commented January 23, 2023 at 1:56 MST

Cables: Solder lightning connector car charger

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:30:54 -0700

is it possible to weld the lightning connector of the following charger for iphone 5?

⟐ Commented November 30, 2022 at 22:30 MST