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    Can I use a HP power supply for an IBM Thinkpad?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by mbk, Aug 23, 2008.

  1. mbk

    mbk Newbie

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    My hp died and I replaced it with a thinkpad. i dont like carrying the psu around so I was wondering, since the pin connection and the polarity is the same , can I use an HP psu with a thinkpad?

    output:

    hp 19v 4.2amp

    thinkpad 16v 4.5amp

    Thank you
     
    mbk, Aug 23, 2008
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    No...voltage, current, power limits and capabilities are completely different. It is not worth the risk.
     
    Greg, Aug 23, 2008
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  3. K-TRON

    K-TRON Hi, I'm Jimmy Diesel ^_^

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    No, it wont work, plus even if it had the same port on the end, the thinkpad will reject the power supply, becuase of the voltage and amperage differences.

    FInd the model of your power brick, (usually on the sticker on the underside), and run a google shopping or ebay search, and you should find one for cheap

    K-TRON
     
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