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  1. TechInit

    MP 1,1-5,1 Mac Pro 3,1 GPU Upgrade

    Hi all, I'm a novice when it comes to power supplies, and how much power specific things can output, so I've come here for help. I've decided to get a GTX 780 for my Mac Pro 3,1, because I want something I could use if I ever upgrade, even if it's bottlenecked slightly, however, that's not the...
    • TechInit
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    • gtx 780 mac pro (2008) pci-e power adapter power supplies
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Mac Pro
  2. decent1983

    Early 2014 MacBook Air charges only when the lid is closed

    Hi There, I have a Early 2014 MacBook Air charges that charges only when the lid is closed, when the lid is open, it charges for like 3 minutes and then the led on the magsafe turns off. If I unplug and replug the charger then it will charge for another 3 min. Only when I close the lid then...
  3. koreda

    Resolved Sapphire PULSE RX580 8GB & Dual Mini 6 Pin to 8 Pin PCI-E Power Adapter: 16AWG or 18AWG?

    When I purchased my new Sapphire 11265-05-20G Radeon Pulse RX 580 8GB GDDR5 Dual HDMI/ DVI-D/ Dual DP OC W/BP (UEFI) LITE (from Newegg) I only made a cursory investigation into the necessary Dual Mini 6 Pin to 8 Pin PCI-E Power Adapter required to power the GPU. Now that the card is kaput after...
    • koreda
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    • 11265-05-20g 6 pin to 8 pin cmp 2012 gpu card installation gpu failure macpro5.1 pci-e power adapter pulse rx 580 rx 580
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Mac Pro
  4. BigBen2493

    Buy The 18w or 30w USB-C Power Adapter?

    So having a hard time deciding which adapter to buy for my Iphone XS for fast charging, been reading about how the iPhone XS and iPhone XR will only draw a maximum of 18 watts? Any difference between the two? Charging speeds?
    • BigBen2493
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    • 18w 30w fast charging iphone xr iphone xs power power adapter usb-c wattage watts
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: iPhone Accessories
  5. S

    iPad Another power plug! Really?

    God damnit! Just got a new iPad, and guess what? ANOTHER ****ING TYPE OF POWER PLUG! Apple used to be so easy to follow! IM RETURNING THIS IPAD- IM FED UP WITH THIS ****! Why can't electronic manufactures get on the same page!? Ive got a drawer full of ****ing power plugs!
  6. 4

    No power MacBook

    Hi, problem with my 2016 MacBook. Over the last few weeks it’s been intermittent whilst charging on its single usb c port. Sometimes works sometimes doesn’t. Now just doesn’t. Battery is now dead and won’t power even if plugged in. Need to access my files for work etc. Any ideas would be...
    • 43summer
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    • broken usb c help logic board macbook no power power adapter usb c
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: MacBook
  7. M

    PCIe Power Connector for 150w GPU

    Hi there, I am currently searching a power-cable to connect a graphics-card with a 8pin power-connector to a Mac Pro. As I learned, the two mini-pcie connectors on the logic board can deliver 75w each. I read a lot of some 2x6pin to 1x8pin cables but cannot find any in German/European stores...
    • michis0806
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    • 150w gpu macpro pcie adaptor power adapter
    • Replies: 9
    • Forum: Mac Pro
  8. E

    Can I use my 2013 MacBook Pro power extension cable for my 2017 MacBook Pro?

    My late-2013 MacBook Pro that uses the 85W MagSafe 2 power adapter comes with a power adapter extension cable. However my 2017 MacBook Pro doesn't have the extension cable for 87W USB-C power adapter, just the electrical plughead. Are there any issues if I use the 85W MagSafe 2 power adapter...
    • engseng
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    • extension cable macbook pro (15" 2013) magsafe 2 power adapter usb-c
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  9. Mac03ForLife

    Anything I can do with a PB Duo Charger?

    Hello Community I have recently been handed a PowerBook Duo AC charger (The one with the 2 battery slots) Can I use this for anything except a PB Duo? Can I hack it in some way? Note that the power cord was NOT provided with this unit. Is this worth keeping, or better off being sent to the...
  10. MarckyG

    USB-C Hub / Adapter charging capabilities - recommendations?

    Dear forum, I know there is a USB-C adapter super thread... but my question is a bit more specific, I hope it's justified. My apologies if its not. I owned a HooToo Shuttle with HDMI, 3 USB3.0 and SD card slot and a SATECHI Aluminium Slim adapter with 2 USB3.0 and HDMI. They both have a USB-C...
    • MarckyG
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    • adapter character charge hdd hub macbook 12" power adapter rmb usb-c
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Mac Accessories
  11. N

    Alternate charge for MacBook Pro 13?

    Has anyone purchased an alternative charger for the 2017 MacBook Pro 13? I have the original 61W USB-C Power Adapter at work, but want to keep a "cheaper" solution at home. I see they have them for sale on Amazon, but I would prefer a first-hand testimony/review. Thanks.
  12. ZapNZs

    Questions about USB-IF Certified charging adapters/bricks and passthrough hubs

    So I wanted a second charge cable that was shorter than the OEM Apple one, but was also braided so that it holds up to mobile usage over time. Finding one that was safe for the MacBook was quite easy, as this model is USB-IF certified and Nathan-K approved, (and if I ever get a 15-inch MBP TB...
    • ZapNZs
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    • brick charger hub if certified power adapter
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook
  13. C

    Macbook Pro Will Not Turn On - DC issue?

    Hey Everyone, I have a Macbook Pro 15" Mid 2010 that will not turn on and I was hoping someone could lead me in the right direction here. The magsafe is bright green. The battery indicator lights up to 3 lights. Here's what I've tried: Disconnecting the battery, holding the power button...
    • camacho
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    • macbook macbook pro power adapter
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  14. E

    Powerbook G4 Battery problems

    Hello, i'm repairing a Powerbook G4 Aluminium (PowerBook6,1 (12")) but i have problems with the battery Apparently the battery is ok, less than 400 cycles, but sometimes the laptop suddenly shutdown because the battery dies, even though seconds before the battery is at 90%. how's that possible...
  15. skidev11

    MBP Early 2011 Instant off when remove power

    I have a MacBook Pro (15-inch, Early 2011) that recently started turning off instantly when I remove the MagSafe power cord. It otherwise works great. It is not consistent in doing this and generally turns back on afterwards. Occasionally, it doesn't turn back on and if I put the power cord back...
  16. aturner89

    2016 15" MBP won't charge/power on

    Hey all! I'm active duty stationed in Korea right now so hitting up an Apple Store is not possible. I bought the new MBP a few months ago and haven't had any issues. I first noticed the problem a couple hours ago but didn't really pay it any mind. I keep the laptop plugged in for the most part...
    • aturner89
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    • charge charging dead battery macbook pro (15" 2016) power adapter
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  17. Kahalu'u Bob

    USB C Power Adapter Short/Voltage Leak

    I have a new 2016 MBP and could feel a tingle from the metal frame when charging, but not when running on battery. Curious, I put a digital multimeter on the USB C cable. The shield (the metal shell on the exterior of the plug) shows 35 to 50 Volts AC to ground when the power adapter is plugged...
  18. M

    Mysterious battery issue

    The "Battery is not charging" notification appeared, leaving the indication light of the charger green instead of the orange light with 80% battery capacity left. Things I've tried: - Reboot --> not a solution - Reset SMC --> not a solution - Reset PRAM --> hey! This actually helped ... for 1...
  19. ugru

    New rMBP Power Adapter...

    https://9to5mac.com/2016/11/10/opinion-macbook-pro-power-adapter/ Speechless
    • ugru
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    • accessory price macbookpro power adapter
    • Replies: 35
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
  20. R

    Risk of non-Apple branded power supplies

    Hello, I got this USB-C hub from Amazon for my ordered MBP. I am waiting for HooToo to answer if it will be able to handle the 61W. https://amzn.com/B01K7C53K2 Perhaps somebody can give me this answer, too, or knows of any better alternative hub. Further, I wondered what power supply you can...
    • ramen5677
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    • macbook pro (13" late 2016) power adapter usb-c
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: MacBook Pro
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