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    Notebook power adapter compatibility information

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by uzumaki9999, Apr 8, 2009.

  1. uzumaki9999

    uzumaki9999 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hello,

    My Dell power adapter got busted yesterday, apparently a short circuit (I could hear a faint beeping noise from the adapter when plugged in). I want to get a replacement adapter and I found this at Newegg.

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834997511
    http://us.kensington.com/html/17062.html

    I was wondering if this is compatible with my laptop. I have a Dell 1520 notebook and my old adapter had 90W output with 4.62A current rating (Model#: LA90PS0-00, PA-10 family). I wanted to make sure that this is the right one before I buy it. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks!
     
    uzumaki9999, Apr 8, 2009
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  2. qhn

    qhn Notebook User

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    Personal experiences - never use a 3rd party ac adapter replacement. Look at eBay for some good offers and stay with the OEM replacement part.

    cheers ...
     
    qhn, Apr 8, 2009
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