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    Adapter question, need quick response

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by El Profe, Aug 16, 2007.

  1. El Profe

    El Profe Notebook Consultant

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    With my ifl 90 I got one universal ac adapter and two wall plug ins, one for Europe which says 250V and the one for the US says 125V, does this mean this is the most they can handle, I am currently pluged to a european 220v with the 250v included in my ifl package, so I imagine the adapter or my pc would be toast right now if this meant it could ONLY handle 250V?

    Am I correct in assuming this or do i need to disconnect asap?

    thanks
     
  2. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    If you look at the small print on the bottom of the adaptor you will see something like 100~250V, 50~60Hz.

    Every notebook power adaptor I have used in the past 10 years or more can handle a wide range of mains voltage. The cost of providing this capability is small, it simplifies the inventory and it is needed by all the people who travel with their notebooks.

    John
     
  3. El Profe

    El Profe Notebook Consultant

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    thanks, but i realized I asked the wrong question, is the electric plug labeled 250~, which I have conneted to a 220V(so far without problems) able to handle anything at and under 250?

    thanks
     
  4. jetstar

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    Yes, I believe it can.