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2. Check Amps and volts on output.

Mon Jan 28, 2019, 11:43 AM

Jan 2019

Under you should be OK, most brands are close. I have used my Dell power supplies on other laptops. The rates are on your computer and on the supply.

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What's the risk of using not-the-exact-right power cord? [View all] LAS14 Jan 2019 OP

Check Amps and volts on output. mikeysnot Jan 2019 #2

Depends on the voltage, polarity, and amperage. Dr Hobbitstein Jan 2019 #3

In the worst case, they could cut your wrists if you struggle too much ... eppur_se_muova Jan 2019 #4

chuckle LAS14 Jan 2019 #5

polarity and amperage natheo Mar 2019 #6