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laptop power adapter heat Q

GBX · 2008-01-23 23:27:58

Hey guys ... have a compaq laptop that I bought in the states. I use a US - Ireland plug converter on it to charge it. Is it normal for the power adapter to heat to a very high temp? Its possible to pick up when charging, but just wanna make sure. or any tips for cooling etc?

23-01-2008 11:27pm

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GBX

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Hey guys ... have a compaq laptop that I bought in the states. I use a US - Ireland plug converter on it to charge it.
Is it normal for the power adapter to heat to a very high temp? Its possible to pick up when charging, but just wanna make sure.
or any tips for cooling etc?

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#2 23-01-2008 11:29pm

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Interested in this myself. I bought a dell over there and am using a converter too. The charger feels like its melting it gets that hot!!

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#3 24-01-2008 8:44am

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Laptop chargers from the states are usually dual voltage (ie.110 for US/220-240 for EU) but just check on them to make sure. Most laptop chargers will get a bit hot alright when charging so I dont think its too much to worry about. Worst case scenerio you might have to get a new charger from ebay or the likes.

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