Since my power cord frayed (no strain relief due to aesthetics) to the point that it will no longer charge, my laptop has been off for a week. I've been protec

Since my power cord frayed (no strain relief due to aesthetics) to the point that it will no longer charge, my laptop has been off for a week. I've been protected from a major flaw by another, equally major flaw. I guess it's better than the alternative of getting hit by them both.