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    Problem with AC power adapter (E1705)

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Chrysaor, Nov 25, 2007.

  1. Chrysaor

    Chrysaor Notebook Consultant

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    I have an Inspiron E1705, with 7900GS (rev1, 600/590 @ 1.24V).

    I was playing UT3 today and noticed that the screen got dimmed and performance dropped.
    Checked my power adapter (PA-10, 90w) and saw that its green light was off. Had to plug it out of the outlet and plug it in again a few times to get it working.
    I tested a few more times, found out that it happens when I play UT3 on multiplayer only.

    Is my power adapter faulty/defective, or does the system need more power and I need to get a PA-13/PA-15?
     
    Chrysaor, Nov 25, 2007
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  2. adinu

    adinu I pwn teh n00bs.

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    Did you by any chance volt mod that 7900GS (asking that because you gave the voltage of your card)?

    If so, you might need the 130W adapter for your machine.
     
    adinu, Nov 25, 2007
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