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    interchanging dell inspiron power supplys

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by Renthorin, Feb 26, 2011.

  1. Renthorin

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    Just got a new Dell Inspiron to replace a 4 year old model that has some issues.

    My old Inspiron has a 19.5 volt 4.62 amp power supply.
    The new Inspiron has a 19.5 volt 3.34 amp power supply.

    I know you can safely use a weaker power supply, though it may not charge while running the laptop...but any thoughts on using the 1.3 amp 'stronger' supply in my new laptop?

    I am interested in opinions...not the blue smoke of death :)

    Will
     
    Renthorin, Feb 26, 2011
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  2. Commander Wolf

    Commander Wolf can i haz broadwell?

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    As long as the machine doesn't warn you about the adapter being too weak, it should work with full functionality.

    You can use the higher-rated power supplies, too. The laptop will only pull as much current as it needs.
     
    Commander Wolf, Feb 27, 2011
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  3. Tsunade_Hime

    Tsunade_Hime such bacon. wow

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    Yup to what Commander_Wolf said. The 90 watt will work with a machine that only is rated for 65. I don't recommend the opposite though.
     
    Tsunade_Hime, Feb 27, 2011
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  4. Renthorin

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    cool thanks :)
     
    Renthorin, Feb 28, 2011
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