MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter

The MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter allows you to use the MagSafe connector on your LED Cinema Display, Thunderbolt Display, or MagSafe Power Adapter to charge your MagSafe 2-equipped Mac computer.
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3.5 out of 5 stars

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Features

The MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter allows you to use the MagSafe connector on your LED Cinema Display, Thunderbolt Display, or MagSafe Power Adapter to charge your MagSafe 2-equipped Mac computer.

What's in the Box?

  • Apple MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter

System Requirements

Compatibility
  • 24-inch Apple LED Cinema Display
  • 27-inch Apple LED Cinema Display
  • Apple Thunderbolt Display
  • Apple 45W MagSafe Power Adapter
  • Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter
  • MacBook Pro with Retina display
  • MacBook Air with MagSafe 2 power port

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3.5

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Good, but What about MS2 to MS1?

    • Written by from Fremont

    This does what its supposed to I also need MS2 to MS1. I routinely carry around 2 macbooks we need the other way around also...

    297 of 360 people found this useful

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  • 3.0 out of 5 stars

    Works but easily detached

    • Written by from Garner

    The converter works as advertised. It lets me use an existing power supply with my new MacBook Pro Retina.

    The converter's magnet attaches to the power supply's old MagSafe connector very effectively. The magnetic connection between the converter and the MacBook isn't as strong. The problem is that the old MagSafe adapter and the converter is now long enough that leverage makes it very easy to disconnect from the MacBook. This is very annoying, especially if you hold the MacBook in your lap while using it. …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Great way to extend the life of existing adapters

    • Written by from Manassas

    Does what it claims to. Small and unobtrusive, works great with the Thunderbolt display. I'd rather be able to swap cords, but this is better than replacing the monitor!

    As for the other reviewer complaining about having to replace his existing adaptors - that doesn't make sense. His existing adaptors work with his older machines, and with this they now work with his new machine. The only potential problem is if he is planning on a new location with only the new power adaptor... Inconvenient, sure - but hardly forced to buy a bunch of new stuff to replace his existing.     …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    Doesn't work well - Retina?

    • Written by from Mission Viejo

    I don't have an issue of losing it because this one stays stationary on my desk. But it doesn't seem to always work. Sometimes it does, sometimes it doesn't. Many people have already pointed this out. I should've listened. Btw, I have a 15" Retina. Laptop is less than 5 months old and adapter is less than 3 months old. …More

    6 of 6 people found this useful

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Works perfectly

    • Written by from London

    It's a hunk of magnetised aluminium - so it's very robust. The magnet is strong, so you can leave it attached to your power adapter without fear of losing it. It would be nice if you could use it both ways, but as it is you can only use it to convert a Magsafe power adapter for use with a Magsafe 2 laptop, but what it does do it does well. …More

    4 of 5 people found this useful

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Falls off, gets lost

    • Written by from Newton

    This works just fine so long as it is attached, but it falls off easily. I recommend taping it to your power adapter

    8 of 9 people found this useful

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  • Can an original 60W MagSafe power adapter be used with the 13 inch MacBook Pro with Retina display?
    • Asked by Susan M H from Buffalo City
    • 10/11/2012

    3 Answers

    Answer

    Yes, but you need to buy the Magsafe to MagSafe 2 adapter.

    • Answered by Josh B from San Francisco
    • 29/11/2012
  • MagSafe to MagSafe2 & rMBP - Does it charge the rMBP while in use?
    • Asked by Michael M from Highlands Ranch
    • 19/10/2012

    1 Answer

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    I am not a Genious Bar Apple employee but I do own a 13" MacBook Air, the 13" MacBook (Mid 2005), 15 inch MacBook Pro (Mid 2008), 13" Macbook Pro (Mid 2011) and two White mid 2006 MacBooks-- Just to name a few

    The air requires 45 watts, MacBooks require 60, and the 15"/17" Pro's require 85 watts.

    Summary:
    45w Megsafe Air charger will only charge the Air although a higher watt charger will charge it as well

    60 Watt Mega safe. Charger that comes with the all 13" MacBook's and Pros are as well as the air

    Whilst the The 85 watt Megasafe charger is intended For Macs 15" & 17"; it is my charger of choice b/c it charges all Intell based Macs including the air     …More

    • Answered by Joseph A from Livonia
    • 24/10/2012
  • Is it better to get the adapter or just buy a new Magsafe 2 power supply?
    • Asked by Henry H from Palo Alto
    • 18/08/2012

    1 Answer

    Best Answer

    My advice would be to buy one of these due to the extreme difference in cost. Use one of your old chargers plugged in to your desk at home (or wherever you normally charge at home) with this adapter.

    Save your new adapter for "mobile" use... take it with you when you travel.

    I have my old, original magsafe adapter that came with my Jan 2006 macbook pro plugged in at my desk at home. It's lasted so long simply because it stays in that one location and never moves. So leave your old charger at home with the magsafe adapter since the old one is more likely to fail if you continue to use/abuse it (simply because it's older).     …More

    • Answered by Steven E from Jericho
    • 16/10/2012
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