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Not familiar with X200S but on some closely related models, swapping out that connector requires taking the laptop completely apart and putting it back together, a big pain in the neck that can go wrong in too many ways. The power connector on my X220 is flaky and I currently use the X220 with a dock (that has its own power connector) rather than face the prospect of a likely multi-hour disassembly and reassembly. I suppose I will attempt it sooner or later if I don't get a newer laptop first.
I saw a few disassembly guides and it doesn't look too complicated. Definitely doable with an afternoon.
I have also been meaning to replace the thermal paste on my laptop for several months now.
I have another device in the X series that is quite similar I plan to use for practice.
This is also for the sake of practicality not necessity. I already have a USB C adapter cable I use and a dock I regularly use.
Yeah spending a whole afternoon on it sounds realistic, but seems like way too much trouble for a laptop this old. I will try to get an afternoon of quiet time to work on it. What a nuisance. I certainly wouldn't do it just to switch from a working power brick to a USB charger, but you do you. Please post afterwards to report how it works out.
As a simpler alternative, you could try this cable, with the cylindridical plug replaced: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5452
That's what I meant when I said I had a USB C cable I use. It's the same as that but from Ali Express.
Ah ok, but in this case I don't see the need to install a USB-C connector on the laptop. Just install a suitable barrel connector on the cable.
The idea is to have one charging cable for all my devices
Well ok, seems like a lot of work, but I'm interested in hearing how it goes. Have fun! I wonder if one cable plus a small adapter could handle it without changing the laptop port.