Saturday, July 28, 2012

Make Sure You Pick The Right Laptop AC Adapter

By Eli Terry


When you have a laptop you are understandably happy with having a computer that you can take anywhere. But the expense does not stop there. The thing is that you have to choose the right accessories for your laptop computer. And one of these is the right adapter for it, which can be tricky. So here we will give you a few tips regarding how to select one.

First, you should carefully examine the adapter that came with your laptop. You will need to replace it with one that is similar to the original. Look for the unique code that is normally provided by the manufacturer. It is useful for finding the right replacement adapter.

Be aware that the wrong AC adapter can cause damage to your laptop, so you must ensure proper compatibility between the two. With the code from step 2 above, you can use one of the many search engines available online to track down the adapter you are looking for.

You can go on line where there are sites that will help you match up that unique code to the adapter that is perfect for your laptop computer. First find out the number of volts that your laptop computer uses as this is important. There are two ways to find this. You can go to the owner's manual where it should be listed or you can try looking on the bottom of the computer itself.

Check carefully that you have an AC adapter that has enough volts for your needs. Keep in mind that there are universal adapters that work for several different laptops and other devices. You may find one of these to suit your needs.

For the most part, universal adapters are available which are suitable for a range of devices. Depending on your preferences, you can use either type of adapter with your laptop, but ensure that the voltage is correct as previously explained.

If you are going abroad and bringing your laptop with you, it's advisable to find out the power rating used in the country you are visiting. It's possible that the power rating will not be suitable for your AC adapter, in which case it will not function properly. For that reason, it's a good idea to find out this information before you go.

The user manual is the best resource for each adapter's specific power ratings. Study the details carefully. The user manual is your lifeline. Do not risk your laptop and/or AC adapter by being careless. Why take a chance of losing data or your machinery due to errors that could have been anticipated?




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