Laptop Power Adapter Tips

Power adapters are essential to proper laptop function. There are many simple mistakes that can damage the adapter over time. Bending, overheating, water and voltage problems can weaken the adapter and make it less effective in providing power to the computer.Sony VGP-AC19V74 AC Adapter Taking early precautions to avoid this damage will increase the longevity of the product and prevent inconvenient damage and replacements.

Avoid Bending the Adapter
Bending the power adapter can cause damage to the cable and laptop. Lenovo 0B46994 Adapter Extensive pressure on the wires can cause the wires inside the adapter to break apart. When this happens, the adapter is unable to maintain solid contact and may cause the power supply to short circuit, or allow the current to stop flowing or travel along an unintended path. A short can cause extreme damage to the laptop.
Prevent this situation by not allowing the power adaptor to bend at any point near the laptop. Being vigilant about this can prevent it, or for added security, the cable can be reinforced with a popsicle stick and tape.

Avoid Overheating the Transformer
The transformer, HP 710412-001 AC Adapter easily identified as the box in the middle of the power cable, can be destroyed by overheating. Be sure to safeguard against this by making sure that the transformer is never covered up or placed right next to the laptop. Air flow will cool the transformer off to a sustainable level, but preventing air contact will quickly overheat and fry the electronics within the box.

Avoid Damage
There are other means of damaging a power adapter that must be avoided. Be sure to use the adapter in safe locations where it does not pose a tripping hazard. The sudden pressure applied when someone trips over the cable can damage the adapter and the laptop.
When using a universal laptop power supply, Asus N17908 AC Adapter it is critical to identify the correct voltage. Using voltage that is too low can force the laptop to rely partially on the battery. Too much voltage can destroy the battery.
Like all electronics, power adapters are susceptible to water damage and must be protected accordingly. Be careful when using the adapter around bodies of water or even beverages. Contact with too much water can cause shocks or electrical shorts. A short in the cable can cause a power surge that could be very damaging to the laptop.

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