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ChargerBuy.com Promotional Coupon Code May 2012

May 2nd, 2012 Vicky No comments

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Overuse Your Laptop AC Adapter by Consistant Plugging

January 18th, 2012 Vicky No comments

People who make use of their laptops excessively often ponder if they are really doing harm to their laptops in some way. This apprehension can be felt when the laptop is used constantly over its AC adapter. The direct question is whether the laptop AC adapter will burn out because of being constantly connected? Or will there be some kind of direct damage to the laptop itself?

The typical problem that’s noted here is overheating. Any electronic device or component heats up when electricity is continuously passed through it and laptop AC Adapter and the laptops themselves are within no exception. There have been cases where laptop AC Adapters have burned out when used for too long. Nevertheless, this is not always true-there are a large number of people who use their laptops over their AC adapters constantly and still nothing untoward happens.

The bigger concern is that the laptop itself might go out of work. Now, while that’s a possibility too, it is one that can be easily averted by providing good ventilation for the laptop. This can be done by adding a laptop fan which will help to dissipate the heat.

Another problem that might happen is the burnout of the battery. Though the AC adapter mightn’t be damaged immediately, it might precede an excessive amount of electricity into the battery which might retard its functioning. Laptop batteries work with regard to charging cycles and such constant electricity supply can be dangerous to their longevity. Moreover, the laptop batteries might get used to the AC adapter and might not function as effectively as they did when they were newly out of the shop. As an example, if your battery gave you a charging of 3 hours earlier, consistent AC adapter use might cut down to 2. 5 hours. It is for that reason advisable to remove the battery from your laptop if you prefer to keep it on for a long time directly through the AC mains.

There are other suggestions to consider, such as the excessive wear and tear of the components. Laptops, after all, are built for portability and that implies they will be rebooted often. That’s the reason most laptops won’t be able to take the pressure of constant use through the electricity mains directly. Laptop AC Adapter like 402018-001, PA-10, as well as PA-12, they are the same case if you don’t keep it carefully.

How to Get Extra Amps Out of an AC Adapter

December 21st, 2011 Vicky No comments
 Modify an AC adapter to produce more current at a lower voltage.

Modify an AC adapter to produce more current at a lower voltage.

An AC power adapter converts a household power signal into a signal that an electrical device can more readily use. Many power adapters make use of an electrical transformer to reduce the output voltage. A     transformer will always operate at the same electrical power level; therefore, the available electrical current increases in direct proportion to the decrease in voltage. For example, if a household electrical outlet supplies 1 amp of electrical current at 120 volts AC, the transformer in a 12-volt AC power adapter can potentially deliver 10 amps of electrical current. You can wire an additional transformer to the power adapter output to decrease the voltage further, which will in turn supply more electrical current.

Instructions:

1.Cut the plastic tip off the adapter wire ends. Pull apart the wire ends and strip 1/2 inch of insulation from the adapter wire ends.

2.Solder one of the adapter wires to one of the terminals on the 12V side of the transformer. Solder the remaining adapter wire to the remaining terminal on the 12V side of the transformer.

3.Cut two pieces of electrical wire 4 inches long. Strip 1/2 inch of insulating material from the ends of each wire segment.

4.Solder one end of the first wire segment to one of the terminals on the 6V side of the transformer. Solder one end of the second wire segment to the remaining terminal on the 6V side of the transformer.

5.Place the first ring terminal over the free end of the first wire segment and solder the terminal to the wire. Place the second ring terminal over the free end of the second wire segment and solder the terminal to the wire. Plug in the AC adapter and connect an output electrical device across the two ring terminals.

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Troubleshooting Notebook AC Adapter Issues – AC Adapter Doesn’t Work

November 27th, 2011 marina No comments
  1. Verify that the AC adapter brick is receiving power.
    • Shut down the computer and unplug the adapter from the system first and then from the power socket. Wait 5 seconds.
    • Plug the adapter directly into the wall socket, bypassing surge protectors, UPS units, or extension cords. The adapter LED should produce a steady green light.
    • If you do not get a green light, try the adapter in another wall outlet in another room or verify that the first outlet works with a lamp or hairdryer.
    • You can also isolate the power problem to a bad adapter by swapping it out with a second adapter – such as one for use with the port replicator.
  2. If the adapter LED lights, check the computer for bad connections.
    • Examine the system power socket to be sure it does not have any bent, missing, or pushed-in pins.
    • Plug the adapter connector directly into the computer, bypassing surge protectors, extension cords, etc. Be sure that the adapter connector fits tightly into the computer’s power socket.
  3. If you have access to another computer like yours, try your adapter on it or its adapter on your computer.
  4. If your computer is still under warranty and the AC adapter does not respond to troubleshooting, contact the manufacturer directly.
  5. If your computer is no longer under warranty, you may purchase a new ac adapter.

Tips When Connecting To External AC Power Adapter

November 20th, 2011 marina 1 comment
  • Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
  • Always plug your notebook’s power supply into a grounded outlet.
    If you do not use a grounded outlet, you may notice an electrical tingling sensation where the palms of your hands touch the notebook during use.
  • Check if adapter is placed in an area (under cabinets, near exhaust fans or heaters, etc) or covered by objects (ie. phone book, blankets, clothes) where the ambient temperature can reach greater than 35 degrees Celsius and prevent natural convection cooling. The AC adapter can become hot and go into thermal protection mode. Allow the AC adapter to cool for approximately 5 minutes before using again.
  • Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from the computer).
  • Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, or a replacement AC adapter which is 100% compatible .
  • You should connect to external AC power when charging or calibrating a battery, installing or modifying system software (such as drivers and updates), and when you’re writing information to an optical disc, such as a CD or DVD.
  • When connected to external AC power, the battery will charge, and the battery meter icon in the system tray, near the clock, will change appearance. When disconnected from external AC power, the computer will draw on the battery’s charge to function, and the display brightness will automatically dim to save battery life. To increase brightness, press Fn + or reconnect the AC adapter.
  • If you use external AC all the time, it is a wise precaution to calibrate your battery routinely, or, once it has charged fully, remove it entirely before continuing to work on external AC. Continuously charging the battery without allowing it to expend its charge can degrade battery performance and shorten battery life.
  • If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded 3-pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The grounding pin is an important safety feature.
  • Unplug the power adapter cord, mouse, and other peripheral devices when moving a notebook.
    Do not leave accessories or power adapters connected to a notebook while moving it. Pulling, twisting, or jamming these cords can break the connectors.
  • Gather the power cord loosely in a bundle when packing it away for storage or transport.
    Use a “figure 8″ pattern when bundling the cord. This allows for easy storage of the cord, prevents unintentional breaks in the wires, and keeps it from getting tangled.
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  • Do not wrap the power cord around the power adapter or any other object as this could inadvertently break the cord’s internal copper wires.
    Broken wires can short circuit both the power adapter and your notebook’s internal power supply. Broken wires can shock anyone who touches the cord and may also present a fire hazard.
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  • Use the power adapter on a hard, flat surface.
    When a high number of applications are running or when the battery is recharging, the power adapter may be warm to the touch when it reaches its power limit.
  • Connect the power adapter to a good quality surge protector if your local power supply is unstable.
    All power adapter certification tests for HP notebook PCs are performed using a grounded power adapter. Damage can occur if an ungrounded power adapter is subjected to power surges or electrostatic discharge.