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    Replacement Power supply options

    Discussion in 'Alienware M15x' started by Mr Pras, Jan 20, 2012.

  1. Mr Pras

    Mr Pras Hardware and systems

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    Hi all, I'm looking for some advice on a replacement power supply. Mine has deteriorated and the cable has come loose - I know it will fail soon and I'm offended that I have to pay for a new one even though I still have a warranty for the machine..

    I know I can get one direct from dell, but was looking for other options and experiences people may have had with new power supplies.

    I found this link http://accessories.euro.dell.com/sn...ynoteSearch&baynote_bnrank=0&baynote_irrank=0

    Which offers a new 150W power adapter, but for £100 (about $150 i think).. Is it just me or is that unfair on me as an in-warranty customer?

    I can't afford to lose my computer at this point (for work) but also find £100 to be quite extortionate for a device that could fail due to basic wear and tear.. Why isn't it covered in the warranty?!

    Booooo

    Okay found a 240W supply for the same price (bizarre) and I hear it also works with the M15x.. But of course it would run cooler I suppose since it's at a much lower usage of it's capacity when powering an M15x..

    Can anyone shed some experience on this? thanks
     
    Mr Pras, Jan 20, 2012
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  2. Mexic00ls

    Mexic00ls Notebook Deity

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    Yes, you are correct it will run much cooler than the original m15x psu, i am currently using an m17x r3 psu and its running great. It hasnt given me any problems, the first time i plugged it in, it gives you a warning, detecting it as not the 150 but the 240w and gives you the option to switch the setting to accept the 240w as the primary power. As i bought my off of nbr market place, for $75(new) and i believe inap has one for sale to around that price but im unsure of the internation shipping costs, its worth a look
     
    Mexic00ls, Jan 20, 2012
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  4. Mr Pras

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    Thanks guys - rep+ to both
     
    Mr Pras, Jan 21, 2012
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