[H-GEN] Laptop power supply

[Alan H]

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> I have finally found a power supply for my lap top But there is a caveat!
> The info I have from the underbelly says Type 2625, 16 volts [with a
> dotted line under this dash] 2.2 Amps  35W
> The ps I have found says output 30 V - [ with a dotted line under this
> dash] 500 mA 15VA
>
> So the BIG question is this
> Is the 30V part a bit too much for it, or, is the 15VA a bit too low?
> And what does the dash with a dotted line underneath, actually mean?
> cheers Tony B

The dash with a dotted line underneath means a DC supply, as opposed to an
AC supply.
Unfortunately this power supply is not really suitable for you to use.
The 30 Volts will damage your laptop battery, and could also potentially
damage the circuitry within the laptop.
Sorry!

-Alan H.


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