Compatible power adapters?

My daughter is living on a remote Pacific island with an old Titanium PowerBook (400 mhz) that she says is suddenly not getting power from its power cord. She is assuming the problem is the adapter, which is the yoyo-type.
I have here in the US two power adapters from later models of TiBook, both of them the white brick variety; one is 45W and one 65W.
I seem to remember trying to plug one of these into her PowerBook before she went overseas and not being able to, but I may not be remembering right. I have just mailed my daughter both of my adapters, but meanwhile I am hoping someone can tell me whether they will fit (and she'd use whichever one matches the wattage of her present one).
If she finds it doesn't fit, a lot of time will have passed before I am faced with buying a yoyo type and mailing it to her. But though I've found one on PowerbookMedic.com that seemed to say it went with a Titanium PowerBook, that information on the page was ambiguous, and when I phoned the company, a guy said I could use any Tibook plug with any Tibook laptop.

Hi, Paul. Either of the adapters you've sent to your daughter will work with her 400MHz Powerbook, which originally came with a 45W adapter. All Powerbook and iBook G4s use the same size plug, but the later, more powerful models need a 65W adapter for full, reliable, as-designed operation. Your daughter's machine doesn't, but neither will a 65W adapter do it any harm.
Let's hope it's her yoyo adapter that's at fault, not something in the Powerbook. And I also hope life on a remote Pacific island is as idyllic as it sounds from here in rain-drenched, muggy New England.

Similar Messages

Compatible Power Adapters for the S230U

I am wanting to know all the compatible Power Adapters for the S230U. I have seen quiet a few eBay and Amazon postings for various model numbers but I am not sure they are all truly recommended.
Thanks for assistance.

Thanks Jin

MacBook and MacBook Pro power adapters cross compatible?

Greetings~!
I have a MBP, and I just bought my girlfriend a MacBook for her B-Day.
I realize there is a wattage difference between the two power adapters. The MBP is 85watts and the MB is 60watts.
So... to me, I could use the 85watt power adapter to charge the MacBook... but not the other way around.
Has anyone experienced using any other power adapter with the MacBook?

I'm sorry I can't find the reference article for this but I remember reading that as long as the batteries are present you are fine either way, noting that the MBP hooked to a 60 W supply will take a little longer to charge than you are used to with the 85. However, I'm pretty sure it also said you could see problems in the unlikely scenario that you had the 60 W connected to a MBP with no battery present. In that case the MBP would be asking for up to 85 but only getting 60. I don't know enough about it to be able to say that would actually be a problem.

Beware of some of the eBay power adapters

ok, I figured I would post this up, as I know the seller I bought from has sold a LOT of power adapters. Make sure to check the current rating on any power adapter before you buy it. I needed a couple power adapters for a few of the laptops that I have laying around. I bought an adapter that was listed as compatible with my M305, to check the quality before I bought more. Unfortunately, I had assumed that all of the specs were correct since the seller listed it as compatible, so I didn't check it. I had it hooked up to my L655 to test, and had no problems with it.
A few days later, I hooked it up to the M305, and started doing updates. I got pulled away from my office for about 20-30 minutes, and when I returned, there was a burnt plastic smell in the room. I searched the room, and noticed that the casing on the power adapter had melted. I unplugged it from the wall and the laptop, and moved it off the desk. The place where it was sitting on the desk was so hot that it burned my finger.
Checking the specs on the sticker that was now wrinkled up and peeling off, I found that the current rating of the power adapter was 3.42A. The OEM adapter for the M305(as well as a lot of other Toshiba laptops) is rated at 3.95A. I contacted the seller and let him know that the adapter should not be listed as compatible, but they of course did not respond to my email.
I checked the specs of several eBay power adapters, and I have found that there are several people selling adapters that do not have the correct ratings. So be careful with what you buy. If I would not have found that adapter when I did, it might have started a fire.
Qosmio X875 i7-3630QM, 32GB RAM, OCZ SSD Qosmio X505 i7-920XM, PM55, 16GB RAM, OCZ SSD
Satellite Pro L350 T9900, GM45, 8GB RAM , Intel 320 SSD (my baby) Satellite L655 i7-620M, HM55, 8GB RAM, Intel 710 SSD (travel system)

Who was the seller?
There's a lot of junk on ebay. Lucky the laptop wasn't damaged.
File a dispute, request a full refund and leave feedback
explaining what happened.

Power adapters and worldwide compatibility - a lesson

The standard fare today in power adapters is such that the brick itself is compatible around the world. Indeed, the input power on a Lenovo AC adapter is rated from 100-240V and 50 or 60Hz - capable of operating on any power standard. The only catch is of course the wall plug in various countries. Again, most adapters have a removable adapter-to-wall power cord and if the manufacturer has a worldwide presence, you can likely order a country-specific power cord. Lenovo is such a company and you can find power cords for most geographies, like here. I'm preparing for a trip to New Zealand, my first out of the country, and wanted to be prepared to have my lifeline (aka ThinkPad) ready for the new locale. I looked up the power cord FRU (Field Replaceable Unit) number, called up IBM parts to verify availability, and placed the order. I was also delivering a new T61 to my mother-in-law and the U.S. power cord would be a burden down there. At $2.80 each plus a flat shipping fee, it was a no-brainer.
Australia/NZ Cord
As a side note, I ordered the adapters Monday night and they arrived Tuesday morning
I open the box to find a goofy-looking wall-plug (no offense... ) and what's this - a three-prong adapter-plug???
Australia/NZ plug
It looks a heckuva lot like the old T4x 16V power adapters and I figured I got the wrong FRU, dangit! After having gloated to Matt Kohut, our resident globetrotter, about my adapter-ordering-savvy, I mentioned in passing my situation. No sooner did my lips stop flapping did Matt whisk me away to a seemingly endless drawer in his desk, filled with dozens of black rectangles. Out of it came a seemingly normal looking 65W adapter.
Two very similar power adapters
Do you see a difference in the two adapters? I didn't at first either. Ah, there it is -
U.S. adapter vs ANZ adapter
It turns out that some countries still require an extra grounding wire in AC adapters and do the three-prong plug must be used. There I was thinking in my smugness that I could get away with a new power cord alone, not so!
I hope this helps anyone shopping for power adapters or cords soon. Thanks to Mr. Kohut I have a couple power adapters perfect for my mother-in-law's new T61, so she can compute around New Zealand without needing a silly plug adapter like us Yankees will use down there.
For reference, here are the part numbers in question:
2-prong 65W AC adapter: 92P1214
3-prong 65W AC adapter: 92P1153
Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua, New Guinea power cord - 39M4960
65W AC adapter service parts page
Message Edited by Tim_Lenovo on 12-05-2007 12:50 PM
Tim Supples
Lenovo Social Media
Got a question? Don't PM me, post it on the forum!
Lenovo Blogs
X60 Tablet SXGA+ primary, Z61p fully loaded workhorse

They are different because the two notebooks use a different power system. Your R51 uses the old 16V adapters and the T60 uses the newer 20V versions. Starting with the Z60 series, it was decided to upgrade our power delivery capabilities to meet the ever-increasing power demands of mobile computing.
You can read more information in a couple of our blog posts on the topic:
http://lenovoblogs.com/insidethebox/?p=51
http://lenovoblogs.com/designmatters/?p=23
Tim Supples
Lenovo Social Media
Got a question? Don't PM me, post it on the forum!
Lenovo Blogs
X60 Tablet SXGA+ primary, Z61p fully loaded workhorse

Are power adapters interchangeable?

We have a mid-2010 MacBook Pro and a late-2010 MacBook Air. I know Macs have different power chargers--45W, 60W, or 85W--but the magnetic connector connects to all of them. Is there a problem using one charger for another Mac?

MacBook/Air models can have a different shaped magnetic plug due to
the locations of the magsafe port on the computer's body; angular. So
if looking to buy one for certain Air models, the plug/port have to match.
The Air magsafe is still available at the Store, a 45W model.
Top MacBook/Pros usually can use a higher output 85W magsafe adapter
especially if one expects to use it at highest performance while charging
the battery; and depending on configuration, other power needs. Higher
automatically will not over-power the lesser demands in other MacBooks.
These can be backward compatible in so much as a high-output adapter
may work with a lower-power device. If the port is compatible.
•Intel-Based Apple notebooks: Indentifying the right power adapter & cord:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2346
There was a Magsafe, then a Magsafe-2.
https://www.google.com/search?q=magsafe+power+adapters+compared
Exact parts do vary, so that is another consideration:
(there still are 45w, 60w, + 85w models at Apple)
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC461LL/A/apple-60w-magsafe-power-adapter-for- macbook-and-13-inch-macbook-pro
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC556LL/B/apple-85w-magsafe-power-adapter-for- 15-and-17-inch-macbook-pro
So where there is a part number, a suitable replacement or upgrade may
exist; if there is a different part number, contact Apple Store or sales
support for more information if you can't match the specs to the year.
Good luck & happy computing!

Direction on safe power adapters for iPods from US to Travel in France

Hello, I searched other topics found the Apple power adapter plug for the ipod discussesd this topic (which I do already have), but it did not SPECIFICALLY say that it will convert from US (110v) to Euro - France (220) volt. All the instructions from available power adapters (non-Apple) specifically say 'not for use with stereo or musical equipment.'
Help ! Can I just plug in my Apple ipod power adapter INTO a standard 110v to 220v converter and not worry about problems? Do I need to look for a special voltage adapter that works between certain amps or voltage ranges?
Best Buy, Radio Shack, Travel Smith and Sharper Image were NO help.
Looking not to fry my 60GB video ipod during a month long trip to Europe..
Help Please -- Au Secours! Jesse At One
Thanks and happy ipoding.
P.S. It is still next to impossible to find how to post a question. Instructions misleading, unclear and incorrect. oooppss...
Dell Prescision 370 Windows XP </span<br

hiya!
but it did not SPECIFICALLY say that it will convert from US (110v) to Euro - France (220) volt.
the accepted input power range is given in the "About the Apple iPod Power Adapter's Voltage Requirements" section in this document:
iPod: About the Apple iPod Power Adapter
... and there's info on the World Travel Adapter Kit given in the "Charging iPod around the World" section in this document:
Charging your iPod battery
if you feel so inclined and you have the time, you can submit feedback about your navigational difficulties here:
AppleCare Website Suggestions (improvements to fora, etc)
love, b

2 Power adapters...one glows amber to charge the other stays green??

Hello,
I have 2 power adapters for my ibook, the one that came with it originally & one I bought as an extra. They are both 45W apple ones. I have had problems with my ibook powering up & after replacing the dc-in board to no avail I have been told it's the logic board that needs replacing.
I have just got a replacement logic board which I am yet to fit. As it stands at the moment I have replaced the dc-in board but still won't charge the battery?
Also when I use the adapter that came with my ibook the light on the adapter glows green. When I plug the extra adapter in it glows amber but doesnt charge the battery?
I am just confused as to why one adapter glows green & the other glows amber with the same battery in?
I am also concerned to know if it would have been possible for the replacement adapter to have caused the logic board failure in the first place? As I am replacing the logic board soon I don't want the same mistake to happen again!
Anyone help??

All-right Master Meister, one last throw of the dice for me...
Do you have a friend or relative who knows how to use a multi-meter? If so, get them to check the voltage + current flow from the adapters when connected to the mains (iBook unattached).
Please do not try this yourself if you are unfamiliar with multi-meters; you could electrocute yourself or irreparably damage your equipment.
If you are reasonably competent with basic electronics, hook up a 12V car battery to one side of the charger and a 3V torch (with batteries removed) to the other side. If the bulb lights, this will tell you if the adapter is working.
I mean no disrespect: this is a potentially dangerous experiment and if you don't feel you are up to it, then don't try.
Instead, take the adapters to your local electronics store and pay them to check them for you.

Understanding iPhone Charging and Power Adapters

I've been in a protracted discussion (now locked) regarding iPhone battery charging and whether it is harmful/helpful to use the iPad power adapter rather than the iPhone power adapter.
There are a lot of misconceptions related to iPhone charging and current ratings on the iPhone and iPad power adapters. As an electrical engineer, I'd like to clear up some misconceptions.
Apple supplies a power adapter, not a "battery charger," with the iPhone and iPad.
The iPhone power adapter supplies a constant 5V at up to 1A (rated–independent tests have shown that it can supply almost 1.8A).
The iPad power adapter supplies a constant 5V at up to 2 or 2.1A (rated).
The iPhone's battery charging voltage and current are regulated within the phone.
The iPhone's battery is rated at 3.7V. Charged with the raw 5V from the power adapter, it would be destroyed. Fortunately, the internal regulation in the iPhone prevents that.
The maximum current that an iPhone will draw from a 5V power adapter is right around 1 amp. It does not matter if the charger is capable of supplying more, that's the most that the iPhone will use.
Because of the internal charge regulation, the iPhone battery will not charge any faster on an iPad power adapter than on an iPhone power adapter.
Apple approves the use of the iPad power adapter with the iPhone. It is completely safe for that purpose and does not harm the phone or battery in any way.
A water analogy might make this much easier for people without electrical engineering background to understand.
Water pressure (psi) is analogous to voltage.
Water flow (gallons per minute) is equivalent to current flow (amps).
A faucet valve is analogous to the iPhones battery charging regulation circuitry.
A bucket's capacity (gallons) is analogous to a battery's capacity (amp-hours or AH).
Let's say you adjust the faucet to flow 1/10 of a gallon per hour. The five gallon bucket will take 50 minutes to fill up. Easy enough. But then...
You need a lot more water flow for a new sprinkler system.
You need a lot more current for your new iPad.
Since the water pressure is constant at 80psi, the only way to get more flow use a bigger supply line.
Since the voltage is constant at 5V, the only way to get more current is to use a higher current power adapter.
After installing the new higher capacity water supply line, you go out to your faucet and adjust it to 1/10 of a gallon per hour.
After plugging in the higher capacity iPad adapter, you plug in your iPhone and its charging regulation circuitry adjusts the current flow to about an amp.
The bucket still takes just as long to fill up.
The battery still takes just as long to charge.
The faucet is not under additional strain since the pressure is still 80psi.
The iPhone's battery charging circuitry is not under additional strain since the supply voltage is still 5V.
I hope that I've clarified this for those who want to better understand the subject.

As far as the battery status, the tiny little icon in
the upper right corner of the screen is somewhat
helpful, but while it is connected it does not
actually indicate the level of the charge or that the
Iphone is charging. I was hoping to find a more
informative screen that would give better battery
details. When you first connect the iPhone sometimes
I get a large battery icon that shows the level
visually Is there a way to navigate to this screen?
1. Press the top button to turn the display off if it's not off already.
2. Connect to a power source.
3. The screen should display a large battery meter in the middle of the screen that actually shows the state of charge, even if charging.
If you don't see this plugged into your Mac try the AC adapter that came with the phone. If you still don't see it take it to an Apple store.
best,
Larry
Lenovo T-60 Windows XP Pro

Foreign power adapters on US MBP?

I'm planning on buying a MacBook Pro in a few months, but I'll be moving from the US to the UK in September and was wondering if a MacBook Pro power adapter bought from Apple UK would be safe to use with my American MBP. I know that the world travel adapter kit would work, but I don't necessarily want to add anymore bulk to the power brick, which I hear is quite large. I was looking at the manual online and it says to only use the power adapter that came with the MBP, but if that was true than why are extra power adapters sold at all?
Thanks.

I can tell you for a fact that you won't have any problems. I use the US power supply in Europe and all I need is the adaptor to make the US plug into the local socket. As an additional option, I am sure that there will be a UK power supply if you don't want the hasle of using an adaptor.

Satellite Pro A10 - need a part number for compatible power adapter

My son has the older Toshiba Satellite Pro A10 Intel Celeron 2.0GHZ 256MB 30 GB DVD/CD-RW 14tft monitor.
His power supply is no longer working , can anyone tell me the power adapter part number as i am looking for a new one for him.
I need a part number to go on, and any other compatable power adapters numbers.
Appreciate any help given.
Thanks
jane

Hi Jane,
I believe the part number you need is PA3283E-2ACA
Check it out on the following link :-
http://www.ebuyer.com/customer/products/index.html?action=c2hvd19wcm9kdWN0X292ZXJ2aWV3&pro duct_uid=64945&_LOC=UK

Does T61 with integrated graphic card come with 65W power adapters?

Hi everyone, i am about to buy T61 without the graphic card.
Plz help!, anyone knows it comes with which type of power adapters?? say 65W or 90W
Thank you

integrated graphic card model should come with 65 w power adapter... while those Nvidia one has 90 w power adapter..

No car power adapters work!

I have have tried 3 power adapters sold at the Apple store and none work with the PowerBook G4. The saleperson was very helpful, but said that they have seen this before! (Green light comes and then it slowly blinks yellow or just stays green.)
I asked what the solution was and they suggested that I used the Apple 110v adapter with an inverter. That is what I tried first and it didn't work. They said buy a more powerful inverter like they sell at Lowes. So I bought one and with the adapter pluged in all is fine. Plug the adapter into the Mac and the plug is green for a few seconds and turns yellow. When it turns yellow the inverter goes into overload, screams, and cuts off!
I called the store back and they suggested I order the latest kinsington adapter for cars from the Apple store online. Now it doesn't work either and kinsington says they have not found a way to charge this model in a car! Is that true?
PowerBook G4 (15-inch Aluminum) Mac OS X (10.3.9)

Actually I've had an iGo Juice for over a year now, and it works just fine in the car, in an airplane, and in a wall socket. (I use it on a 15" alumunimun PowerBook G4, machine model 5,2.) Radio Shack sells them, though I bought mine at Macconnection.
Hope that is helpful.

Why can not you thought of improving the design of power adapters for mac book pro from damage so easily?

why can not you thought of improving the design of power adapters for mac book pro from damage so easily?

I congratulate you. you are very lucky because I hurt my less than two years taking all possible care. and have found that this has happened to many people more

Can I use other Apple USB Power Adapters with iPad

I am looking for a spare Apple Power Adapter to charge my iPad. I have an iPad (3rd Generation), which came with a 10W USB Power Adapter, Model A1357, output 5.1V. 2.4A USB Power Adapter. I have two other Apple Power Adapters 1) iPod Power Adapter, Model A1070, output 13V, .62A Firewire Power Adapter, 2) USB Power Adapter, Model A 1265, Output 5V, 1A,and 3) USB Car Adapter, Can either of the latter three Power Adapters be used to charge my iPad

Technically, yes, but they will trigger the 'not charging' because they're not giving out the 10W that your device wants. And charging with them will take significantly longer than the ipad charger.
I'd only use them as a 'shucks, left my iPad charger at home and I'm in a pinch' situation.
Your best bet would be to either get another iPad charger, or if you're trying to use one adapter for several devices, use the iPad one for the rest of your stuff.

Compatible power adapters?

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for