Dog chewed power cord. Repaired, but device is dead

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Dog chewed power cord. Repaired, but device is dead
Dog chewed power cord. Repaired, but device is dead
2024-03-07 04:26:51
Model: Archer AX1500  
Hardware Version: V1
Firmware Version: Sorry, its dead

New puppy in the house, and he got to the power cord to the router and chewed through the cord.

 

I got out the wire tools, soldering iron, heat shrink etc...   Did a simple repair.

 

Tested the cord out with a multi-meter and it is showing 12 Voits at the connection.

 

However, when I plug it back in, nothing.  

 

No lights, nothing.  

 

Pushed the power button - nothing.

Hit the WPS/Wifi button - nothing

Hit the Reset button - nothing.

Shut down the computer, disconnected the Cable Modem.  Did a full restart like it was a brand new router - nothing.

 

Are these so temperamental that a sudden power change brick them???  It is only like 4 months old.

 

I would put down the actual Version number and Firmware version - but its dead.   Sorry.

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Re:Dog chewed power cord. Repaired, but device is dead
2024-03-07 10:08:57

  @TheMeanFarmer 

 

A sudden loss of power should not brick the router.

It might have been a short-circuit (when the power cord has been chewed) that could cause an electronic component burn.

In any case if you have a spare power adapter 12 V ⎓ 1 A to test with is a good start.

If the device still doesn't show any signs of life you could contact your local support service for help.

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Re:Dog chewed power cord. Repaired, but device is dead
2024-03-07 17:02:02

  @terziyski 

 

Thank you for the response.

 

I did have a spare power adapter from my previous router....the one my daughters dog tipped a glass of water on.

 

Nothing!!!

 

How do I find/locate/contact my local service people???

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Re:Dog chewed power cord. Repaired, but device is dead
2024-03-07 17:21:31

  @TheMeanFarmer 

 

Use this link and select your region to contact your local tech support.

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