USB-C to 4.5 x 3.0 mm DC charging adapter for HP

Want to swap your old HP barrel-plug charger for a modern USB-C power bank or dock? This short adapter cable lets you do that without touching the laptop itself. You plug in your USB-C source and the old barrel-jack port simply accepts the power as if it were the original charger.

Specifications

• Type: USB-C female to 4.5 x 3.0 mm DC male
• Cable length: about 15 cm
• Power: up to 100 W (PD 3.0)
• Material: braided cable with TPE jacket
• Works with: any USB-C PD source
• OEM numbers: -
• Compatible models: any HP laptop with a 4.5 x 3.0 mm DC jack

Symptoms of a defective part

• Original HP barrel plug no longer fits
• No charge through a USB-C power bank or dock
• Workstation only has a barrel-plug charger
• Travelling with a single USB-C charger
• Cable is broken near the plug

Installation

🟢 Difficulty: easy. Plan around 1 minutes. Tools you need: Phillips PH00/PH0/PH1, T6/T8 Torx, plastic spudger, anti-static wristband.

Frequently asked questions

Will this part fit my laptop for sure?
Compare the model designation (HP, Dell, Lenovo (4.5 x 3.0 mm barrel)) and ideally the OEM number with your faulty part before opening anything. That avoids wrong connectors.

Which tools do I need?
Phillips PH00/PH0/PH1 drivers, a T6/T8 Torx for the heavier screws, a plastic spudger and an anti-static wristband.

How difficult is the install?
🟢 easy: plan for around 1 minutes if you keep the correct service guide for your model at hand.