omen 15 ax203na port 'flex'

[Demon_mkIII]

Charging port feels very loose, I have tightened up the hinge assembly which supports the port however it seems as thought the central part of the port is also seems to be flexing more than normal, though ithe pc is new to me so I hav eno basis for comparison. Is there any teardown or port replacement guidesout there? Pc is out of warranty and I'm fairly experienced with pc repair and safely- I'd just rather not teardown if it not needed and this is normal!

I'm also looking to try and purchase a new housing for the beast if possible--any links? 

[Photoray002]

Hello @Demon_mkIII 

HP doesnt have repair videos for that older model unfortunately.

They do have a manual that shows basically how to open it up. Its a tedious job because the seam has plastic clips that are delicate and can break if not done a bit gently (I know, poor design but HP didn't want anyone opening it).

You will need a small phillips for the screws, a credit card and a spudger tool to pry it open.

The charger port is soldered to the USB power board. It might be that the port is coming apart, or the solder joints are failing. You will have to open it up to see.

The manual pages 45-46 explain... http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c05357609

Here is a site that gives you a brief idea how the case opens...

https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/HP+Omen+15-ax243dx+Battery+Replacement/99365

[Photoray002]

IF the base enclosure is what you want to replace, the part is

BASE ENCLOSURE  858965-001.

HP TOP COVER 859735-001  (that number included the USA English only keyboard).

You might find it on HPs parts site, but probably will have to search the web instead.

http://partsurfer.hp.com/search.aspx