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    charging dv2500t with netbook power adapter!!

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by kitrak, Sep 9, 2010.

  1. kitrak

    kitrak Notebook Consultant

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    Hi Guys,
    i am charging my dv2500t laptop with a HP netbook power adapter
    which is a 30W where as my original power adapter is 90W.
    what are the negative effects of it if they exist.
    i am damaging the motherboard?

    Thanks.
     
    kitrak, Sep 9, 2010
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Well, the battery will charge much slower. The laptop adapter might run hotter, and should you turn on the computer more likely than not you'll start to drain the battery (or it just will not charge).
     
    Greg, Sep 9, 2010
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  3. kitrak

    kitrak Notebook Consultant

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    my battery is dead already i barely get 15-20 mins of usage on full charge,
    so battery drain or slow charge is not an issue. if it does not harm the laptop its perfect for me ;)
     
    kitrak, Sep 9, 2010
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    The problem is that your laptop can, and probably will, ask for more than 30W at times.
     
    Greg, Sep 10, 2010
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