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    AC adapter hissing/buzzing when on load

    Discussion in 'Sager and Clevo' started by ballsofsteel, Sep 28, 2011.

  1. ballsofsteel

    ballsofsteel Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey guys, My power brick has been hissing/buzzing on load ever since I got it. Is this normal or did I just get a defective power brick?
     
    ballsofsteel, Sep 28, 2011
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  2. draxen

    draxen Notebook Consultant

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    I'd say that it's definitely not normal.
    Stupid question: Have you tried plugging it into a different socket?
    If it's still making noise then I'd probably contact your seller for a replacement.
     
    draxen, Sep 28, 2011
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  3. Nardon

    Nardon Notebook Consultant

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    mine making the same, it got replaced for some other issue, and the new one is doing the same. so guess its normal :D
     
    Nardon, Sep 28, 2011
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  4. Support.4@XOTIC PC

    Support.4@XOTIC PC Company Representative

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    Some of the power adapters from the NP8170 have a tiny fan built into it, so when it gets under full load that thing will make some noise. If it is something that bothers you, Sager has been replacing those in the past so you should be able to contact your reseller and have them look into a replacement for you.
     
    Support.4@XOTIC PC, Sep 28, 2011
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