reason why i ask is because the Toshibas seem to have that as a very common problem. What actually happens is that where the charger plugs in, that port some how detaches from the motherboard and all that needs to be done is to resolder it. If your plan was to just junk the laptop, before you buy a new one, try opening it up and if you know some who can solder ask them to try soldering it back on it. Dont do it if you weren't planning to just junk it.
http://www.laptoprepair101.com/laptop/2006/01/28/toshiba-satellite-m35x-a75-power-jack-problem/
could save you some big bucks, The website has a walkthrough i think







