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    Travel AC adapter on Vostro 1400

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by tdisalvo, Jan 16, 2008.

  1. tdisalvo

    tdisalvo Notebook Enthusiast

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    I'm looking for a smaller AC adapter to lug around with my notebook. My system came with the standard 90w adapter since I have the nVidia graphics. However, I can't find a Dell-brand 90w slim or travel AC adapter. I do find a sweet-looking Lenovo adapter but obviously it won't work.

    I could get the Dell 65w adapter @ $80, which apparently compatable per their specifications. But the reviews are marginal (very short cords) which makes me a little leery of its actual usefulness. Or I could get something aftermarket. I am familiar with iGo products, and they have the everywhere85 70w adapter with longer cords but @ $130 list. Yikes.

    If anyone has experience with the Dell or iGo adapters, or another source for reasonable and small AC adapters, thanks in advance.

    TOM
     
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    TLO Notebook Enthusiast

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    check Kensington, www.kensington.com
    I have the 120W wall/auto/air.
    Highly recommended, IMO.
     
    TLO, Jan 17, 2008
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    billcsho Notebook Deity

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    Targus with S35 tip would work. Dell sells it too. I am using the iGO ICE90 with S35 tip, but it is not smaller than the Dell PA-10. It costs only $20 at clearance (+$12 for the tip). You may consider the travel/ac adapter from Dell which is $80. It is smaller and can be used in your car or plug into wall.
     
    billcsho, Jan 17, 2008
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