Abstract: A retainer for use with a conventional cord to stabilize the cord within a plug of an electronic device is provided. The retainer includes a bushing for receiving the cord, and a bail, which engages the bushing at one end, having a pair of legs for engagement with a pair of corresponding holders supported on the electrical device to secure and stabilize the cord. The legs include a pair of engagement members that face inwardly, toward the opposing leg, and which are received within a holder supported on the electronic assembly so that the engagement members face inwardly, toward each other during use. In one embodiment, a locking ring is provided for engaging the bushing to tighten the fit of the bushing over the cord.