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    M14x power supply

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by /Drakk_, Nov 3, 2011.

  1. /Drakk_

    /Drakk_ Notebook Consultant

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    JUST got my m14x half an hour ago :D

    The m14x's power supply is in two parts as all owners know - one part is the wall socket plug, which then connects to the power supply "brick".

    I live in the UK so I need a 3 pin wall plug. I have one of these for another laptop and the brick end connection is compatible. Can I swap them over?
     
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    Nardon Notebook Consultant

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    sure you can
     
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    Kynlore Notebook Geek

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    I don't see why not. That portion is just the plug.
     
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    PureXTC, Nov 4, 2011
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    I tried it and it is fine. The brick has an input range of 100-240 volts AC. I don't think the plug portion even has any regulating circuits in it, just conductors and a fuse.
     
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