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    Vaio Power Cords

    Discussion in 'VAIO / Sony' started by mcdanielnc89, Sep 15, 2009.

  1. mcdanielnc89

    mcdanielnc89 Notebook Geek

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    Where Can i get a LONGER vaio power cord for my FW? the power cord i got with the laptop is like 2 feet. I have to get a longer one. any ideas?
     
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    DetlevCM Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I assume you mean the power cord socket to "brick".

    Go to any privately owned electrical appliance shop (large ones possibly won't order it) and ask if they can order it.

    As far as I am aware, the plug between power cord and "brick" is standardized.
     
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    mcdanielnc89, Sep 15, 2009
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    I do have a question. WHy are they two pronged instead of three pronged? I never understood that. Most laptops are three pronged, LOL.
     
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    DetlevCM Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    three pronged = earthed
    two pronged = not earthed

    Simple as that.

    No I'm not sure two prongs will fit into a three pronged slot.
     
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    that went over my head.. LOL. Why does it matter if its earthed or not earthed?
     
    mcdanielnc89, Sep 15, 2009
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    Well, theoretically earthed appliances are safer (especially if made from metal onthe outside) - but I don't feel like digging up an extensive explanation.
     
    DetlevCM, Sep 15, 2009
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