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    Power Adapter for Asus G1

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Polett, Feb 8, 2007.

  1. Polett

    Polett Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi everyone,

    I just purchased an Asus G1 laptop and would like to get a car charger/adapter as well as a spare ac adapter for it.

    I saw the Kensington 120w ac/dc adapter and was wondering if this works, and is safe to use on the laptop.

    Also, does it come with the needed tip, or do I have to buy it separately?

    Last but not least, are there any other/better options, or is this the best way to go?

    Thanks,
    Polett.
     
    Polett, Feb 8, 2007
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  2. Gautam

    Gautam election 2008 NBR Reviewer

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    The Kensington 120W is good bet - make sure that you get the right tip, or you risk damaging your motherboard. It is safe, can be used in the car, at home or on a plane.
     
    Gautam, Feb 8, 2007
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  3. Polett

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    Ok, then which is the right tip, and how do I know that I have it?
     
    Polett, Feb 8, 2007
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    Bumping for answers...

    Does the proper tip come included? If not which one do I need?

    Any other suggestions, or places where I can buy the OEM ones?

    Thanx,
    Polett.
     
    Polett, Feb 9, 2007
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  5. Polett

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    Bump again.... Pleeeeaaaasssseeeee, can anyone answer my question??????

    Thanx
     
    Polett, Feb 19, 2007
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  7. John Ratsey

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    I see that Kensington's tip compatibility database is seriously out of date.

    However, when I had an Asus W3A I found that the standard tips supplied with 3 different third party PSUs all fitted it, and I would therefore expect that one of the Kensington standard tips would fit the G1 (it is unlikely that Asus will have changed their standard power socket between different models - it would complicate their PSU logistics). The photo of the tips in the review show several of about the right size (but there are two factors in what will fit: the outside diameter and the size of the hole inside , although a hole which is slightly oversize will still work).

    John
     
    John Ratsey, Feb 20, 2007
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