power supply - Cable from laptop brick to wall
2014-07
mingis
This question already has an answer here:
CharlieRB
The "10A, 250V" rating on the cable simple states what the cable can handle. This is not what it outputs. Current is not forced to the AC adapter ("brick"), it will only draw the current it needs.
Therefore, as stated in the possible duplicate question's answer in the comments, if the plug fits properly and with the proper plug configuration, it will not cause any damage.
Wolves
I just want to confirm-- you intend to replace ONLY the cable between the power brick and the wall. You will leave the same power brick in place. Using a power brick with an output of 10A with a computer with a requirement of 2.1A will cause massive damage. The power cable between the wall and the brick, on the other hand, does not draw in and of itself, as the answer above says.
Velociraptors
I have a new Dell Inspiron 14R (model N4010) laptop. I tend to keep it turned on and running on AC power. It's usually on my desk, but I like to be able to move to a different chair on the other side of the room. When I pick it up from the desk, the power cord frequently falls out. Sometimes the cord falls out if I move it slightly to a more convenient position on the desk.
I'd like to remove the battery to protect it from the heat, but right now it's the only thing preventing the excitement of unexpected power loss. Is there a way to secure the cord that's easily reversible? The answers to this question aren't too helpful, since it's about a stationary laptop and most of the solutions are rather permanent. Duct tape is always an option, but I'd like to avoid sticky residue on my laptop.
What are my other options? Would it be possible to replace the internal power jack and cord with something similar to a MagSafe connector?
Ignacio Vazquez-Abrams
Strategic use of these might help.