I think the charger sent with a recent purchase (used) is not the right one. It gets really hot, but seems to do the charging. The device label is DC 16V/3.75 amp, charger/adapter label is 16V/2.5 amp.
2007-02-22 22:35:58 · 2 answers · asked by P C 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
the charger is being pushed to its limit. chargers usually have a 50% short term over-rating, meaning it could supply 3.75 amps for a short time only. eventually it will die, blow a fuse or burn out the transformer. could start a fire if it gets too hot. not safe at all. get a more powerful charger(higher current rating) to be safe. i have 30 years experience as electronics technician
2007-02-22 22:57:44 · answer #1 · answered by oldguy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't. Chances are it's overcharging your device (as it pumps more of the wrong amperage into it), and that's bad for your device. If you're really not sure, take it to a technician and ask them...
2007-02-22 22:42:11 · answer #2 · answered by Nerdling from Down Under 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋