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    CF-28 AC adapter plug

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by hvdctom, Oct 13, 2007.

  1. hvdctom

    hvdctom Newbie

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    I've just become the owner of a CF-28 and am getting it back into running condition. I've jury-rigged a ac adapter to charge and power it up using paper clips. I had an old IBM power supply that is the correct voltage and amperage but has the wrong plug.

    Does anybody know the part number of the plug so I can change it?

    Thanks in advance,
    tom
     
    hvdctom, Oct 13, 2007
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  2. gravitar

    gravitar Notebook Deity

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    Other than buying another power supply, I'm not sure you're going to have much luck. You might see if Radio shack has something suitable.
     
    gravitar, Oct 13, 2007
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  3. Doobi

    Doobi ToughBook DeityInTraining

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    I had a similar problem with mine, it didn't come with one. I picked one up from Office Depot for $80. It was one of those combo power adapters that had multiple changeable tips to fit almost any laptop. It works great and I have had zero problems with it.

    ~Doobi
     
    Doobi, Oct 13, 2007
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  4. kd4e

    kd4e Notebook Consultant

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    If Radio Shack doesn't have the connector - and I expect that they will - try the electrical department of a
    hardware store, many have the same multiple drawers of parts setup that Radio Shack uses.

    It is a very common connector and there is no reason to buy a supply if you already have one.

    *WATCH* the center pin polarity when you wire it! I don't know if the CF-28 has reverse polarity protection.

    doc
     
    kd4e, Oct 13, 2007
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  5. Toughbook

    Toughbook Drop and Give Me 20!

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    Your best bet is to spend the $25 for a OEM Panasonic on ebay!

    Just my two cents...
     
    Toughbook, Oct 13, 2007
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    Modly Warranty Voider

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    I'll agree. You can get the proper adapter for very little (I've seen some used ones go for less than $20, just gotta keep an eye out). I also got an adapter for my car which has proven itself useful.

    If you no longer have the IBM laptop, sell the power adapter on eBay and get most of the money for the Panasonic adapter back.
     
    Modly, Oct 15, 2007
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