Averatec 2370 -- power adapter

Hi all,

I lost the stock adapter to my N2370 notebook and am in need of replacement. Does anyone have a good, reliable source of where to purchase a new one?

There's apparently a shopaveratec.com site with one for $59.99 and I've noticed several other various sites claiming compatibility for this model in the $15-80 range.

And finally, what's the difference between using a 65w and 75w adapter? (besides the obvious answer of a 10w difference)

Thanks,
-S

 

A 65w adapter may not be able to handle the device that is meant to use a 75w adapter, but a 75w adapter can power a device that uses a 65w one. The other important figure you should read off the power brick is the output voltage. My 3250 is 19Volts and that is fairly common for other devices, not just computers. For instance my HP printer's power brick has that same output, and if the polarity is the same and the wattage is adequate, I can use the printer power adapter on my Averatec.

 

Very helpful, thanks.

 

You can find my post on this topic in several forums and threads...

The dirty little secret is you do not need a a PS proclaiming 2300 series compatibility.

You only need 3 things in your power supply:
#1 - the correct sized tip (and if you have even moderate soldering skills, it is easy to swap out a tip - most electronic stores (Radio Shack) carry replacements.

#2 - a regulated DC voltage greater than the output voltage of your battery. Roughly anything greater than 12 volts up to about 22 volts

#3 - sufficient current output capability. The OEM adapter is rated for 65 watts - you can get by with less, but may not be able to use all the features concurrently (charge battery, run CPU at max, run DVD, full screen brightness, ...) I suggest you get at least 65 watts.

Some adapters do not indicate output watts. The formula is pretty simple:

DC volts X DC amps = DC watts - - with some simple algebra you can figure the 3rd item knowing at least two items.

Oh, and if you travel internationally, it is handy if the adapter will accept an AC input anywhere between 100v - 240v and 50Hz - 60Hz. (and most do these days)

I have one OEM adapter and two non-OEM adapters. The OEM adapter is the only one that outputs 20vdc. The other two operate at different voltages, but with sufficient power (watts). I keep the smallest/lightest unit in my travel bag, and the other two are semi-permanently situated at my work-office desk and my home-office desk. Been doing this for 5 years without problem across several notebooks.

Search surplus electronics shops (either in-person or on line) for units that meet the 3 conditions. So far I haven't paid more than $25 for an adapter. (BTW, wholesale price in 100 lots for a new unit identical to the one used by Averatec is a bit over $10....keep that in mind as you look at some of the prices you see out there.)