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    Charger Question - My zBook uses a 150w charger, is there a lesser wattage option?

    Discussion in 'HP' started by fhu7, Mar 13, 2018.

  1. fhu7

    fhu7 Newbie

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    I'm air traveling a good bit and the 150w charger is too strong for planes...
    Is there another option that requires lesser wattage?

    HP zBook G3 15
    2016 model

    Thanks!
     
    fhu7, Mar 13, 2018
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  2. Pete Bagheera

    Pete Bagheera Newbie

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    The charger only draws the power it needs to power the laptop. (well, a bit more, since it's not 100% efficient). Set your laptop to power saving mode, make sure the battery is charged (or remove it), and avoid heavy tasks (like gaming or watching 4k movies) and it should not nearly draw 150W of power.
     
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    Pete Bagheera, Aug 16, 2018
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