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    Lightweight two prong 90W 19V charger?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by chx1975, Apr 9, 2016.

  1. chx1975

    chx1975 Notebook Consultant

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    Is there any really lightweight (<7lbs , <200gr) 90W charger, preferably with a USB port? For easier travel, a "figure 8" connector is strongly preferred. A 5.5/2.5 connector on the laptop side works well.
     
  2. John Ratsey

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    The Dart PSU is currently limited to 65W but may be worth watching in case a 90W version becomes available. Otherwise you have to look through the selection of compatible PSUs. I also prefer the fig-8 connectors because of the thinner and lighter mains cable. One work-around is to use a C5 to C8 adapter.

    It may also be useful to get a mains socket power meter and check that you really need a 90W PSU. Quite often the computer manufacturers assume something worse than the worst case for power demand. My current Dell E7450 was shipped with a 90W PSU but will work with the old 45W Latitude XT PSU but gives a warning message about needing to use the battery under certain conditions.

    John
     
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    chx1975 Notebook Consultant

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