Questions & Answers for Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adaptor (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adaptor (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
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347 Questions from the Community
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Macbook Air 11" 2012 - Converter for SE Asia?
I have an 11" Macbook Air that I bought in January 2012 in Canada. I am currently in SE Asia and am wondering if I need to use a converter to charge it? Other posts I have seen have said it is not necessary so I have plugged it in with an adapter and the battery got extremely hot, is this from not having a converter, or is something wrong with my computer?
- Asked by Terri D from Vancouver
- 17/03/2012
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will the magsafe power adapter switch off a smart power strip when the batter is charged?
I am considering getting a "smart" power strip and would like to know if plugged into the master, will the power adapter shut off the supplies after my macbook pro is fully charged?
- Asked by Richard S from Ridgecrest
- 24/02/2011
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I purchased my 13-inch MacBook Pro in April 2010 and my original charger can no longer be used. What is the best charger to buy for this computer?
More Information About My MacBook Pro:
Model Name: MacBook Pro
Model Identifier: MacBookPro5,5
Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.53 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2
L2 Cache: 3 MB
Memory: 4 GB
I am unsure if I should purchase one of the new 45W, 60W, or 80W MagSafe Power Adapters for my computer. Any help/advice would greatly be appreciated.- Asked by Raven H from Fort Lauderdale
- 20/04/2012
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If I bring the laptop to China or HongKong for bussiness trip, do I have to get a power transformer/converter
- Asked by Justin C from Manalapan
- 10/03/2010
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If your MacBook is a 2006 to present date, you don't need a power transformer/converter. Your present Power Adapter will accept Line voltage: 100V to 240V AC and Frequency: 50Hz to 60Hz. What you will need are Plug Adapters. Go to Apple Store type in power adapters in the search box and get the Apple World Travel Adapter Kit. It includes 6 adapter plugs.
- Answered by Richard P from Melbourne
- 13/03/2010
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Yes. The adapter can be used anywhere between 100v to 240v with 50 Hz or 60 Hz. I have used mine the US, Australia, Japan, UK, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Dubai, Egypt, and more. All you need to do is get the right wall plug adapter.
- Answered by Richard S from Apo
- 9/01/2010
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Will this charger work with my aluminum macbook serial number: W890522Z1B5? and if so, should i get 60W or 85W?
- Asked by Orion K from West Leechburg
- 31/10/2011
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is the MagSafe Power Adapter for a Mac Book Pro covered under AppleCare?
- Asked by David D from East York
- 3/07/2011
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I have an A1290 Model for my 2009 Mac Book Pro. Will this adapter do the same job? What model number is it?
- Asked by Cath B from London
- 25/08/2010
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Will the 85w MagSafe Power Adapter for the Macbook Pro will work in Australia or do I need a power converter?
I came from Mexico and brought my MacBook Pro 15'' but I don't know if I need a power convertor or a power adapter, and I'm afraid to charge it because it might get fried because of the power voltage.
- Asked by Elizabeth B from Tampico
- 25/07/2010
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I have an older (3year old) MacBook Pro. Will this adapter work correctly with the older Pro?
- Asked by David D from Lexington
- 20/04/2010
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Yes, it will work with previous versions of the MacBook Pro.
- Answered by Isaiah B from Highland Park
- 30/04/2010
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I'm from Chile and i'm buying a 13" MB Pro in the US ¿Do i need to get this or other chager? ¿Can i use the one that comes in the box?
- Asked by Cristóbal Ignacio R
- 2/05/2010
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The power adapter included with your 13' MBP will be fine as long as you have a plug adapter to fit your wall sockets at home. Both this adapter, and the one that comes with your computer can both handle 220V and 50Hz automatically. I can't exactly tell visually if it includes it, but if you don't already have a plug adapter, you might want to look at the "Apple World Travel Adapter Kit".
- Answered by John B from St. John's
- 5/05/2010
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Are all filp plugs created equal for the power adapters?
- Asked by Sandra K from Ventura
- 23/03/2010
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I have a MA254LL/A model 13 inch macbook and was curious if this power cord will fit? My Mac was purchased in 2008..
- Asked by Paige S from Fraser
- 18/09/2010
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Yes, all MacBook and MacBook Pro models from 2006 onwards are compatible with the updated charger design.
- Answered by Pawel S
- 11/10/2010
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CAN I USE A 45 WATT ADAPTER FOR A 13 INCH MAC BOOK PRO
- Asked by Cornelius W from Rancho Mirage
- 13/02/2012
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I need an automobile power adapter for my 17" MacBook Pro. Does anyone make such an accessory and, if so, where do I get it?
- Asked by Kenneth D from Shasta Lake
- 27/03/2010
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Buy any DC to AC Power inverter for your car and connect your MacBook Pro with your charger into the electrical socket that would be the same as if you were to plug it in your house.
- Answered by Oscar N from Long Beach
- 14/04/2010
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Is this the smallest travel charger?
- Asked by Dean K from Barrington
- 14/06/2012
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Can I use the 85W mad safe power adapter that I bought in the US in London? Or do I need to buy a voltage converter on top of plug adapters?
I use a 85W magsafe adapter from the US for my 15 inch-Macbook Pro, and I just want to know if I will be able to use that power cord while in London. I know I need the plug adapters, but I am not sure if I need a voltage converter as well.
- Asked by Amy Z from Allison Park
- 19/08/2011
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On the side there should be a sticker saying input: 100-240V or something like it. This means the adapter can be used in regions where the voltage is between 100V (110V is US) and 240V (240V is Europe) so yes, you can just use your adapter basically all over the world.
- Answered by Jaap K from Guanaba
- 7/09/2011
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