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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.

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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...

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

fell apart

Written by JC from Kansas City

Nov 18, 2009

The adapter itself is a great design. The magnet and ability to wrap the cord up neatly. However, within a year, the protection around the cord started to split, and a month after applecare ran out it fell apart. Another $79 for a great design, but poorly made power supply that is just gonna fall apart.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Cord frey

Written by KT from Ames

Nov 18, 2009

I'm with everyone else on this one.... 4 months and... my cord is freying??? I am a graphic design instructor and push Apple products - but this is truly a disappointment that such a critical part is so weak.
RECALL SOON, PLEASE!!!

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Quality when taken care of

Written by PD from marble falls

Nov 18, 2009

There are extensive negative reviews for this product, but if you take good care of your product, it is well built and will last. My first one lasted a little more than a year, however, this was with me wadding it up, unfurling it by holding one end and dropping the adapter (both kinking and twisting the cable), so of course it failed.

Since, when treated apporopriatly, coiled not wadded, and uncoiled, not dropped, this product works excellently. The magsafe adapter has been invaluable for avoiding gravity centered laptop crashes.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Another one bites the dust

Written by DM from Greenville

Nov 17, 2009

I have had my MacBook Pro for just over 3 years and I am on my forth power cord. The first one lasted the longest...aprroximately 2 years. But the rubber sheathing began to pull away from where it connects to the magnet, exposing the raw wires. I replaced the Magsafe power adapter before I got electrocuted. The second cord only lasted 4-5 months before the same thing happened. The third one lasted another 4-5 months, but this one pulled away form the adapter unit, not the magnet.

I love the design, but they really need to fix this problem. It is a potential shock/fire hazard.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

I have two working well for 3+ years

Written by TI from Fort Collins

Nov 14, 2009

I'm surprised to read all the negative reviews. I have first generation intel Macbook Pro over 3+ years and own 2 of these power adapters, one at home and another at work. Both of them have been working well for me. It gets hot at times but never failed.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Failure...

Written by DW from Cooksville

Nov 14, 2009

Bought a Macbook Pro 15 in 2006, and the battery burned up in 2008 and now the Magsafe adapter burned up just now. It made a LOUD POP then no lights when I plug it in and it was VERY VERY hot to the touch. Enough to burn skin. It was well ventilated as well. Maybe it just ran it's course after 3 years? Either way, looks like I am stuck buying a new one!

I expect the laptop to break before the MagSafe!

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Unit Broken

Written by JL from Norwalk

Nov 13, 2009

Well I had it for my MacBook and after about 1 year the unit broke. My dad had one for about 2 years and his is fine. Even after he got black ink all over it... I think it's a problem with the newer power adapters... I bought a 60 Watt one now. I hope it works better. But if apple would fix this problem it would be really good. It has a nice design and plan and yeah...

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro

Written by BG from RIDGEFIELD

Nov 11, 2009

Poorly designed charger. Good idea but needs to be modified. the connect part pulls from cable and shorts out. Very dangerous. I am surprised that there has not been a recall. Could easily start a fire.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Looks melted and works when it wants to

Written by AW from SWANSEA

Nov 10, 2009

I bought my computer 2 years ago and the charger is completely off and the battery lasted for not more than a year.
The charger looks burned inside and it can get so hot I can burn myself on it.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Don't know what all the whining is about...

Written by DW from Calgary

Nov 8, 2009

I have had my charger for going on 5 years now and yes it has bitten the big one, but until now it has worked fine! It has made the trip across 9 different countries countless drops and overuse. For a charger it has held up, and yes that connection at the base of the cable can seperate a little, but that never caused a problem.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

POOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE POWER ADAPTER

Written by DI from GLEN BURNIE

Nov 4, 2009

After only 12 months of use I noticed the cord coming out of the shrink tube near the head of the cord. It appears less than 1/8th of the cord was inserted into the shrink tubing making it easy to pull out; along with the heavy outlet connector, the power cord is quite below standards in quality and should be upgraded.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Roughly 6 months and cord already falling apart

Written by JM from Lithia

Nov 3, 2009

I bought my laptop brand new from the Mac store and have taken very good care of it. After every use, I would unfold the two clasps on the charger, wind up the cord, and store it in my case. Well I had to stop winding the cord up because at the base the rubber cording started to pull out and the wires were exposed. This started happening within 6 months of purchasing my Mac.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Power Adapter stopped working

Written by ZH from WESTPORT

Oct 31, 2009

Power Adapter (85W Model A1222) for MacBook Pro stopped working. Love the laptop but the failure rate seems to be a real problem judging by reviews. Covered under warranty but the repeat failures posted in the forum concern me. In the past I've had 3-4 different ThinkPads but decided to give Apple a try after my latest T61p from Lenovo didn't seem to have the reliability of the earlier machines. Still..... I have a 5 year old ThinkPad with it's original power adapter never a problem. Even the newer Lenovo ThinkPads have the power adapter working without issues (90W model).

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Tips to prolong the adapter life

Written by LS from Kirkland

Oct 30, 2009

I've had my MacBookPro since March 2006 and have used it almost daily as a student then as a professional. I have not had to change my adapter until now. It is wise to not allow your computer to be plugged in continually after it is charged, as to prolong the life of the battery (my battery lasted 3 years with cycling and my boyfriend's lasted 1.5 years without cycling) and it also prevents the base of the laptop and adapter from becoming so hot.

I have primarily used the grounded 3-prong cord and lifted the mag connection at the base (I don't pull it by the cord). It is true that the bulky adapter cannot plug into certain outlets well and may block the other outlets so I got used to using the 3-prong cord in the beginning. After use, I wrapped the cord around the ears of the adapter and secured it for transit. Recently I got lazy (past month) and I gathered the cords and put them into a large sleeve in my laptop bag a few times. Needless to say, my cord burned, frayed and became a hazard to use. Yes, Mac should revamp the adapter. Until then, use the 3-prong, let your battery cycle, lift the mag at the base, and wrap the cord around the ears. These should help you get the most mileage out the adapter and battery. Good luck!

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Horrible!

Written by KL from falls church

Oct 29, 2009

I had my laptop for over 2 years. I have been through 3 of these already. The 3rd one stopped working on me and now I have to buy a 4th one. They need to make a new one and recall this back. It's just HORRIBLE!!! I don’t understand why they can’t make a better one.

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Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

Eh

Written by MO from Pearland

Oct 28, 2009

This is my 3rd charger!!! I will admit, the 1st one, I drop a few good times, then I dropped it on a wooden floor and it gave out a few days later, but my 2nd one, I took pretty good care of, and it didn't even last me as long as my first one! The 2nd one broke in less than a year! I misplaced my receipt so I couldn't even do the stupid warranty. I'm definitely putting the receipt for this current one in a good place... and I'm hoping if it gives out, it does so before the 1 year warranty is up, so I get a new replacement! But I'll still treat it like a new born baby, because these things are EXPENSIVE! I'm a broke college student! I almost cried when I had to dish out that 80 bucks, but I need this computer. MACs are awesome, their power adapters, not so much. Oh yeah, college students, there is a 10% discount on these when you go to the store, take advantage!

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