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    cheap notebook cooler only powered by ac adapter

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by archaic, Jul 19, 2007.

  1. archaic

    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    Is there a notebook cooler only powered by an ac adapter for around $20?
     
    archaic, Jul 19, 2007
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  2. Charles P. Jefferies

    Charles P. Jefferies Lead Moderator Super Moderator

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    I don't know of any. Have you considered getting a powered USB hub and then simply plugging the cooler into that?
     
    Charles P. Jefferies, Jul 19, 2007
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  3. archaic

    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    this is for a really old notebook that doesn't even have usb ports lol
     
    archaic, Jul 19, 2007
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  4. Kierkes

    Kierkes Misanthrope

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    Then I have one thing to say:

    o_o aumg

    EDIT: Oh yes, does your name have anything to do with your notebook's...age? :D
     
    Kierkes, Jul 19, 2007
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  5. nightfox91

    nightfox91 Notebook Evangelist

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    I have a charger for my iPod that uses a USB input, which I use to power my notebook cooler. I have to use an extension cable, but that makes it easier to switch between my cooler and iPod.
     
    nightfox91, Jul 19, 2007
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  6. revoletion

    revoletion Notebook Consultant

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    honestly i think you should get a new notebook alltogether
     
    revoletion, Jul 19, 2007
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  7. archaic

    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    i have one really old notebook that is still very useful for browsing the web/watching movies/word processing etc

    another thats decent for light gaming

    a new one coming in 6months
     
    archaic, Jul 20, 2007
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  8. lupin..the..3rd

    lupin..the..3rd Notebook Evangelist

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    Is it being hand-assembled by elves at the north pole? :p And I thought my HP took a long time to build at 2 weeks + shipping.
     
    lupin..the..3rd, Jul 20, 2007
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  9. archaic

    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    i dont need a new one yet, these two work perfectly for what i'm using them for

    if i wait till next year i'm sure prices will drop a ton
     
    archaic, Jul 20, 2007
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  10. Kierkes

    Kierkes Misanthrope

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    Yes. I'm sure his new notebook stats will look like this:

    1YHz Intel Core 8192 Extreme 1YB FSB 1YB cache
    1YB PC12800000 DDR100 RAM
    1YB 1,000,000,000,000 RPM x100 in RAID 0+1+2+3+4+...+980
    1YB GDDR200 nVidia Infinity950 Ultra SC
    1YB/s Wireless Z adapter
    And an infinite cell battery packed into the size of a 6 cell

    Dude, you must have been a VERY good boy this year.

    But seriously, I've yet to know of a notebook cooler powered by AC adapter.
     
    Kierkes, Jul 21, 2007
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  11. Agent CoolBlue

    Agent CoolBlue Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    don't some laptop coolers have the option to be USB-powered AND powered by an AC adapter? My lapcool2 came with both so...
     
    Agent CoolBlue, Jul 21, 2007
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    Agent CoolBlue Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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  13. Estlander

    Estlander Notebook Consultant

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    OP, check this out:
    You can get one for as low as 19$. In fact, i own one of these as well, and so far it's been great(have had this things for 9 months now).
    http://www.amazon.com/Targus-AWE01U...1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1185065419&sr=8-1

    Product Description
    Targus Notebook ChillHub is an extension to the current product line, following on the popularity of the Targus Notebook Chill Mat. In addition to the two-fan cooling system, the ChillHub incorporates 4 USB 2.0 ports to expand the capabilities of the product. By incorporating two products into one, users can save space on their desk. It also includes an AC Adapter to power the 2.0 USB ports, as well as the two fans.
     
    Estlander, Jul 21, 2007
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  14. archaic

    archaic Notebook Consultant

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    where did you find it for $19?
     
    archaic, Jul 24, 2007
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