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    OEM G51 adapter, not grounded?

    Discussion in 'ASUS Gaming Notebook Forum' started by clone63, Jul 26, 2011.

  1. clone63

    clone63 Notebook Consultant

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    Just got my G51vx replacement power adapter, and in addition to losing 2 feet of cord, this one has no third grounding prong. Is this much of an issue? I've briefly looked around the net but couldn't find anything to indicate it is a catastrophe.
     
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  2. Duct Tape Dude

    Duct Tape Dude Duct Tape Dude

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    You might notice some 60Hz buzzing on your audio ports. Other than that it's no issue. Does the adapter brick itself have 3 prongs on it out of curiosity?
     
    Duct Tape Dude, Jul 27, 2011
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    I have seen several Dell (factory original) adapters having only 2 prongs (i.e. no ground). Should not be a big deal.


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  4. clone63

    clone63 Notebook Consultant

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    No, just prong outlet and input (to adapter).

    It feels cooler to the touch than the old one, so that's nice but really wish I didn't get shafted with the cord. Since I bought the cheapest I could find, I guess I shouldn't be surprised Haha
     
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