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    Can I use 8730w with 180W AC adapter?

    Discussion in 'HP Business Class Notebooks' started by thomask, Nov 20, 2011.

  1. thomask

    thomask Notebook Guru

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    Hi,

    I have an 8710w and an 8730w. The 8710w came with an additional 180W AC adapter for use with a docking station.

    My 8730w's 150W AC adapter broke down and I was wondering if I can use the 180W AC adapter with either the 8730w or the 8710w? Both 180W and 150W adapters have the same voltage output.

    Or is it safer to just get a new 150W adapter?

    Thanks
    Thomas
     
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    User Retired 2 Notebook Nobel Laureate NBR Reviewer

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    If they have the same voltage then yes, can use the 180W one. The higher number simply means it can deliver more amps if the notebook requests it. Though the 8730W would need < 150W so it wouldn't draw more than it needs.
     
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    great, thanks!
     
    thomask, Nov 20, 2011
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