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    SZ483N/C power adapter

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by gopz, Apr 1, 2008.

  1. gopz

    gopz Notebook Consultant

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    I wanted to buy an extra power adapter and I was really surprised to know the ridiculous prices Sony charges.

    I want to know if I would be damaging the battery or the charging circuit if I use cheap Chinese imitations that are available for a fraction of what Sony charges? Anyone used these power adapters?
     
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    gopz Notebook Consultant

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    Power bump!
     
    gopz, Apr 14, 2008
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  3. WILLY S

    WILLY S I was saying boo-urns

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    Well it couldnt hurt to do a little research on the brand first but i've been using a kensington on an old toshiba since the adapter for it stopped working. It comes with 2 different power settings and 10 different sized heads! Needless to say it will continue to be usefull for a long time, as long as i have a loptop\laptop s :)
     
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  4. gopz

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    But the voltage / ampere settings will be different for different brands, wont it damage the battery or the charging unit? 10 different heads is great, but I think each laptop will have different power ratings...Im just scared about damaging the battery or charging circuits
     
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  5. WILLY S

    WILLY S I was saying boo-urns

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    I think the battery will be fine once its lithium ion (Li-ion), and most are. It should be fairly easy to find a suitable adapter.. mine has two power settings 14-17volts and 17-21 volts which should cover most laptops.
     
    WILLY S, Apr 15, 2008
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