Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Use an extra adapter for home or work. Apple's innovative AC adapter is made specifically for your 15- or 17-inch MacBook Pro.
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Overview
When the connection is secure, an LED located at the head of the DC connector will light; an amber light lets you know that your portable is charging, while a green light tells you that you have a full charge. An AC cord is provided with the adapter for maximum cord length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives users an even easier and more compact way to travel.
Designed to be the perfect traveling companion, the adapter has a clever design which allows the DC cable to be wound neatly around itself for easy cable storage.
This power adapter recharges the lithium polymer battery while the system is off, on, or in sleep mode. It also powers the system if you choose to operate without a battery.
Compatible with 15- or 17-inch MacBook Pro.
Most Useful Reviews
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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Meltdown
Written by MM from NAPLES
Aug 5, 2007
My mag connector cord melted as well and became unusable. Apple stores have none available and the on=line info indicates 6 or more weeks delivery. Apple really needs to address this issue. …More
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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Meltdown after 9 months
Written by JT from Grosse Pointe Park
Aug 11, 2007
I am and have been very protective of all parts of my MacBook Pro, but recently the junction of the MagSafe tip and the cord to the main power unit has begun to melt and fray. This has rendered my MacBook Pro nearly unusable, as I have no way to charge it.
I hope this unit has been redesigned to safely carry the 85w of power without destroying the unit. …More2477 of 3241 people found this useful
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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
AC adapter meltdown
Written by EC from New York
Jul 28, 2007
Hmmm...the computer is 15 months old and exactly 13 months in use. Tender, loving care has been provided, and the adapter never leaves the house.....however, base connecting point of the AC adapter's nifty magnetic head just started to smell of melted rubber; now it is looking melted and i can see the wires inside! Sure enough it will stop working shortly! Should i buy a new one? sigh. …More
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Most Recent Reviews
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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
1 Year of Use, No Meltdown
Written by MH from Middletown
Nov 20, 2009
I've been using one of these for a full year without any issues.
It's almost always plugged in, and powered, as my Macbook Pro is always sitting in the same spot on my desk 95% of the time. No signs of meltdown or cable fraying anywhere.
On older ones, I did notice that - if you bend the wire in a bad direction at the same spot as the clip that is used to roll up the chord, it can cut through the rubber covering, so BE CAREFUL AND PAY ATTENTION when you're rolling the chord up. I'd guess several meltdown complaints are from people who abused their chords and did a bad job of rolling them up, vs. some inherent defect. …More0 of 1 people found this useful
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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Cord melted.
Written by JL from RANCHO VIEJO
Nov 19, 2009
The cord melted rendering my macbook useless because I have no way to charge it. Very BAD product. To bad we don't really have a choice. …More
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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)
Died after 1.5 years
Written by ES from Ames
Nov 18, 2009
I bought a new 15" MacBook Pro in March 2008. This week, the MagSafe Power Adaptor gave out. It can still power the computer but will not charge the battery. The light on the adaptor doesn't work. The Menu Bar in Snow Leopard says "Power Source: Power Adaptor and Battery is Not Charging". In System Profiler it says the AC Power Adaptor is connected but there are jsut zeros for the rest of the information.
In order to be sure the problem wasn't with the laptop or battery, I tried a friend's MagSafe adaptor and it charged the battery properly. With that knowledge I have ordered another 85W MagSafe Power Adaptor. This is in addition to the battery, which needed replacement a week ago (it lasted about 15 minutes on a charge!). So, I'm forced to pony up over $200 already for a laptop that I expected to last me 4 years. As a college student, this is a significant and unplanned expense.
Despite these problems, I can't say I am unhappy with the computer purchase. In general, the laptop has exceeded my expectations and I couldn't imagine my life without OS X. The MagSafe Adaptor is an ingenious concept for powering Mac laptops and worked great while it lasted, but Apple needs to improve the durability of these adaptors... …More6 of 7 people found this useful
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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Is the 60W MagSafe Power Adapter dual voltage?
- Asked by KP from NEW YORK
- Oct 7, 2009
Best Answer
You will need a different attachment (but *not* a voltage converter) similar to the "duck prong" (2-prong plug) in the item's picture.
The easiest way to do this is to buy the "Apple World Travel Adapter Kit". This contains all the adapters you should ever need.
Just take off the two prong plug and snap on the adapter. …More- Answered by RH from Star City
- Oct 8, 2009
- 9 of 9 people found this useful
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can this charger be used for a mac pro laptop if not can i have a link for a mac pro charger please
- Asked by CM from london
- Oct 2, 2009
Best Answer
This charger is for the 13" MacBook/MacBook Pro, *not* the 15" or 17" MacBook Pros which use an 85W adapter. While you can use the 85W adapter on a 13" MacBook/Pro, you cannot use the 60W adapter on the 15" or 17" MacBook Pros. …More
- Answered by BS from Fredericton
- Oct 12, 2009
- 14 of 21 people found this useful
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What power cord adapter can we use for both a 13" Macbook and a 17" Macbook Pro?
- Asked by KP from SAINT LOUIS PARK
- Oct 8, 2009
Best Answer
You can use a 85w adapter for both, because the MacBook can have the voltage regulated from 85w down to 60 for it to be compatible. You can NOT use the 60w on the MacBook pro. So just get the 85w for both. :) …More
- Answered by CT
- Oct 20, 2009
- 25 of 27 people found this useful
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Most Recent
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Can I use the same power adapter all over the world for all voltages and both 50 and 60 Hz frequency?
- Asked by KW from Redwood City
- Nov 20, 2009
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do i need a converter for the Apple TV to go from 110v to 220v?
- Asked by PB from Salt Lake City
- Nov 19, 2009
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My used 15" Macbook Pro (A1150; Intel 2Ghz) will not charge the battery. It works fine but could I have received the wrong wattage Magsafe adapter?
- Asked by SL from Brooklyn
- Nov 19, 2009
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i need to no what charger ineed i have the part number
- Asked by CS from panama city beach
- Nov 17, 2009
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Will the 45w adapter work on a Macbook white 13''??
- Asked by AJ from Cuernavaca
- Nov 17, 2009
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Does this product protect the computer from outlet polarity reversal?
- Asked by SS from Minneapolis
- Nov 14, 2009
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- Asked by RS from NEW YORK
- Nov 13, 2009
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- Asked by MM from Beaumaris
- Nov 13, 2009
