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    laptop adapter voltage

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by kesofori, Oct 10, 2011.

  1. kesofori

    kesofori Newbie

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    dell xps just bought bought from US has adapter reading 100-240, bt de power cable reads 125V, can i still use ma laptop connected to a 240V source by just using a 240V cable without damaging laptop? pls help
     
    kesofori, Oct 10, 2011
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  2. tijo

    tijo Sacred Blame

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    Yes you can, the voltages used in adapters are made to convert voltages in both NA and Europe.
     
    tijo, Oct 10, 2011
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    tilleroftheearth Wisdom listens quietly...

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    Yeah, make sure the cable is rated for 240V or higher - the adaptor can handle it fine.

    Just don't use the 125V cable with a conversion plug - that is asking for trouble.

    Good luck.
     
    tilleroftheearth, Oct 10, 2011
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  4. kesofori

    kesofori Newbie

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    thnx a lot
     
    kesofori, Oct 10, 2011
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    kesofori Newbie

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    appreciated...
     
    kesofori, Oct 10, 2011
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