DC Power Jack Flex Cable HP Pavilion 15-ac Envy 15-ae

Is your HP Pavilion 15-ac or Envy 15-ae struggling to charge? On these models the DC jack isn't soldered to the motherboard but lives on a separate flex cable. When the pins or connector wear out, charging becomes unreliable. This replacement flex gets your laptop running again.

Specifications

• Part: DC power jack with flex cable
• Color: black
• Compatible: HP Pavilion 15, 15-ac, Envy 15, Envy 15-ae
• Pin: 4.5x3.0 mm with blue center pin
• For 65W/90W HP adapters
• Model ID: HSTNN-PB6S, HSN-Q01C

Symptoms of a defective part

• Laptop won't charge or only at an angle
• Charge LED flickers or stays off
• Adapter plug feels loose
• Burnt smell or black around DC port
• Sudden power loss

Installation

🟡 Medium - around 50 minutes. Pavilion/Envy 15-ac/ae requires opening the bottom and removing the keyboard. No soldering. Tools: PH0, plastic spudger.

Frequently asked questions

Will it fit a 15-au or 15-aw?
No - this fits 15-ac (Pavilion 2015) and Envy 15-ae specifically.

Is the full cable assembly included?
Yes - the flex with the DC jack is one piece.

Works with USB-C charger?
No - this is a standard round DC barrel.