Re: Universal Laptop AC Adapters--Compatibility?
- From: "Peter T. Breuer" <ptb@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 7 Oct 2005 22:03:16 +0200
MS <ms@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> computer. I bought a Kensington model 33192 universal adapter to use with it
> (and other notebooks of mine) while not at home, while leaving the original
I think you really ought to read its manual!
> I know it is no problem if the amperage on an adapter is more than what is
> needed (unlike the voltage, where the setting has to be the same), but it
> could be a problem if the amperage is too low. In this case, both the input
> and output voltages on the Kensington universal adapter are lower than those
> listed on the original Fujitsu adapter, although by small amounts:
> Input---Fujitsu, 1.4, Kensington 1.3
> Output--Fujitsu 3.75, Kensington 3.5
Don't worry about it. Those are maxes. Of more concern to me would be
how on earth the thing determines the correct polarity and voltage to
use.
I suppose it might supply AC and rely on the portable's diode
protection! If I were you I'd be breaking out the multimeter, just out
of curiousity.
Peter
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