An adapter changes one physical form to another. Most commonly used to describe data cable changers (such as PS/2 to USB) and laptop power cords that convert AC power to DC for the computer.
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AC Adapter burnt due to voltage fluctuation
The voltage in our area went high.
The laptop stopped working,the little bulb in the refrigerator stopped working as well as an AC.
When i touched the laptop i felt a current from the metal lining ...
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Is there such a thing as a Dual Micro SD to SD Adapter?
I have an Asus laptop that comes with an SD card reader, I have two 64 GB Ultra Micro SD cards.
Is there an SD Card adapter that can take two Micro SD cards? I know there is a Pro version, but ...
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Laptop ->TV via HDMI Adapter - audio static and feedback
I've connecting my laptop to a TV using an HDMI Adapter.
I am experiencing a audio feedback issue and hearing static and clicking while watching a movie.
OS is Vista, I have tried multiple HDMI ...
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Laptop With Wonky Charging Port
I have a laptop I purchased about 2 years ago which has an issue concerning the port where you plug in the AC adapter. Through normal use, it suddenly noticed this issue where you cannot get the ...
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Share LAN & CDMA over WIFI
I have a PC (Windows 7) connected to a LAN network and want to share internet over WIFI. What hardware is necessary to share LAN connection over WIFI (preferably a USB device)?
Secondly, can a CDMA ...
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Din5 plug adapter to USB
I have an old keyboard I'd like to use on recent devices (no PS2 port). But it's still on a 5 pin din plug. I tried to plug that in a Din-2-PS2 adapter and that in PS2-2-USB, but the keyboard was not ...
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Is it possible to create a network proxy that accepts connections over both WiFi and ethernet?
I have a 'traditional' home network where my ISP modem/router acts provides WiFi hotspot and 4 ethernet connections for my home PCs.
I want to add a proxy server that will connect to the modem via ...
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Physical obstacle plugging PCIe 4x into PCIe 8x
I know this has been already discussed, for example in this question, where there's even a wikipeida quote saying that it's possible.
So, according to that, I bought that PCIe 4x card. I have two ...
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How to set main graphics card on AMD8 Radeon?
I've looked around a lot of previous posts about having switchable graphics cards and its benefits.. But I also read a snippet saying that AMD doesnt support it and that there are only a few ways (if ...
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Not able to install Wireless Adapter drivers
I have downloaded some wireless adapter drivers (http://www.atheros.cz/atheros-wirele...et=37&system=6) Because my adapter did not work and i tried to reinstall the drivers.
But once i downloaded ...
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Is an Asus USB-N13 compatible with Linux Mint 14
I'm looking for a wireless adapter for my computer running Linux Mint 14 and would like to know if an Asus USB-N13 is compatible.
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Forgot the plug part of my laptop charger but have the bulk part that connects to laptop, Can i use the plug part only?
Ok, To more clarify:
I thought i packed my whole charger with my dell laptop but come to find, the second half of it isn't with me, only the bulk part that connects to the laptop. I have another one ...
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Is it possible to plug a 2.5" drive in wrongly and could I break it?
Is it possible to plug a 2.5" drive in wrongly, and could I break it?
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Best solution for HDMI (or DVI) to RCA (or peritel) [closed]
I'm looking for some inexpensive but not fake / poor solution to display my future "Xtreamer Ultra" on an old tv (which only has RCA/peritel connectivity)...
Here is the product's profile ...
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Why would I need a host adapter pcie card?
I have a total of 4 expansion slots on my pc. I'm putting a killer network card, graphic card, and a sound card in it. I searched a list of expansion cards to put in the last slot that could benefit ...
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Plug Computer Case USB 2 socket into mobo USB 3
I've got an Antec Fusion Remote Black Media PC case at home. The case needs two internal 9 pin USB headers to be fully functional - one for the USB ports on the front, and one for the LCD display.
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How to read data from USB port
I have a CANbus to USB adapter (Softing CANusb) that we are using for a project (see attached picture bellow). This device has Windows drivers and a Windows API in order to access the data in the CAN ...
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Is there any USB 3.0 to Firewire 800 1394b adapter?
I need to work with 1394b equipment on a notebook, but 90% of the new notebook does not have 1394b port enough neither an Express Card 34 slot.
That is why I need a USB 3.0 to 1394b device. I was ...
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HDMI out from laptop to DVI in on monitor
I have a Vaio laptop with a Radeon HD 5650. It has HDMI out, while my SyncMaster 971p only has DVI in. I also have an HDMI to DVI cable.
When I connect the monitor with this cable to make an extended ...
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Tenda W322u V2.0 Wireless USB Adapter
CD software installed, and read through guidelines. Nothing happens when main panel is up on the screen, beyond accepting the license etc... Using a Gateway SX2855-Ur11P. Windows 7.
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What kind of cable is this and how far can it be extended?
I just bought a 5.1 surround sound system for my computer and need to extend the speakers so I can have some behind the couch. They look like this:
I'm pretty sure its RCA, but I've never messed ...
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Insufficient power from an adapter
Would not having enough power (or voltage or amperage) from an adapter make a laptop no longer charge/boot up (if the battery is out of power)? What about causing shorts? And would using a different ...
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How do USB to DVI adapters plug into monitors? (Cord and port are both female.)
I feel like this must be so simple that I will be shunned from the site in contempt, but how does a USB-to-DVI adapter connect to a monitor when its male end is USB (plugs into computer) and its ...
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Adapter TRENDNET USB A — PS/2 doesn't work on notebook Asus
I have an adapter for connecting PS/2 keyboard and mouse to USB port on a notebook -- TRENDNET USB A (m) — PS/2 (see image below).
Unfortunately, it doesn't work with my ASUS notebook (neither ...
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Ethernet connection does not work
I have a problem with local area connection on Windows 7 64bit. I have laptop dell n5110 and Realtek PCIe FE family Controller installed as driver for my Ethernet controller on it. But I am getting ...
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DC output rating on laptop charger
I have a Lenovo laptop and my adaptor has gone bust. The DC rating on the original adapter is 20V 3.25A 65W. I can't find the exact same part anymore and I am being advised another Lenovo adapter ...
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rated voltage on power blocks [closed]
I recently converted a beer light (plexiglass) using 20 LED's, resisters and a power block rated at 9V but it burned out the LED's. I When i tested the adapter it was putting out 14V's.
Question: ...
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How do I install Windows XP via a USB - SATA/IDE adapter?
I have an Asus EB1007 EeeBox that doesn't have a CD drive. I removed the hard drive and connected it to my laptop and formatted it, via a USB to SATA/IDE adapter.
How can I install Windows XP using ...
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Laptop adapter stopped working. Burning smell [closed]
I was playing minecraft an hour ago and all of a sudden the power supply to my laptop stops. I checked the adapter and found it really hot and kinda burning smell was coming from it.
What could have ...
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vista wireless adapter not working
After this script gets called http://blogs.technet.com/b/heyscriptingguy/archive/2008/09/29/how-can-i-enable-or-disable-my-network-adapter.aspx 50 times over a 12 hour span, disabling ...
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high(er than 30hz) refresh rate PS/2 to USB adaptor for NEW pc? [closed]
I'm part of the 1%. The keyboard snobs.
I use a 16 year old keyboard. It's made by Alps, with all the hullabaloo to do with their key-switches. Interestingly enough, it also has an Alps Glidepoint ...
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Any performance issues with a SATA to PATA adapter for a 2nd hard disk for my laptop?
I am considering buying a SATA to PATA HDD Hard Drive caddy adapter
for my laptop. That would be something like this one. Should I
expect a lower performance when using a SATA HDD with a PATA
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how to start wireless adapter on boot
I bought a mini wifi adapter (http://www.lefen.com/index.php/Product/views/id/321). I connected it to my Raspberry Pi (Raspbian wheezy) and then restarted. No error message was given but I could not ...
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my windows xp sp3 diagnostick:windows could not detect any wired or wireless network cards installed on your machine [closed]
Problem: cant connect to internet with my new installation of windows xp sp3.
Details:
I have ubuntu in pc that worked with wired internet.
I format all disk and install Windows-XP sp3.
I have ...
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Can I use different HP adapters in one computer?
My old HP adapter burned out and it will take 2 weeks for me to get a new one. In the meantime, I borrowed a HP cable from a friend.
Is it possible to use a different HP adapter in the mean time? The ...
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Mini DisplayPort to DVI-D Dual Link up to 2560 * 1600
I have a ThinkPad T530 with Mini DP++ and NVS 5400M, which are said to support 2560 * 1600 resolution. The display is Dell 3007WFP, which also supports 2560 * 1600. But, I have never seen any cables ...
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The laptop adapter works only after heating it up
I have Dell Latitude C640. Its adapter works only when heated.
The LED light turns ON only when it gets extremely heated. I use to heat it on the electric heater.
Can anyone tell me the ...
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What coaxial power connector plug on a 6.5V, 1.5A AC adapter? [closed]
Epson sells a LW-300 and LW-400 label maker which accepts a 6.5V, 1.5A AC adapter, manufactured by Seiko.
Unfortunately, they cost $25 each which seems over-priced, to me. If reasonable, I would ...
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Add wireless card to an Android TV [closed]
I have an Android HDTV but it is lacking support for wireless capability, on their product website they said costomers could purchase a USB wireless adapter but they also said due to software update ...
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PC mic+audio to iPhone'ish plug
I have a good headset with a mic which has a plug like that which is on the standard iPhone ear buds. In other words, one plug for both mic and audio.
I'd like to use this headset with my computer. ...
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Is there a reason I can't find a USB female to male IEEE 1394 (FireWire) adapter?
I have an external drive that has one of those mini-USB ports on it, so I can plug it in to my MacBook Pro's USB port. I want to plug it into a IEEE 1394 port. Looking for an adapter online, I found ...
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Using a 19V (3.42A) power adapter instead of a 20V (2.0A) for my Lenovo laptop. Is this safe?? (Laptop battery is non functional)
Im ready to accept "long term" degradation to my laptop if i can remain lazy and not go having to find a perfect replacement adapter. Third world electronics scares me (Im in the third).
As long as i ...
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Display not working properly - monitor or graphics adapter?
I have a Dell ST2220L monitor connected to an Intel DH67CL's integrated graphics adapter using a DVI-I cable.
Everything was fine yesterday when I shut down the PC but today when I turned it on, I ...
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Is it possible to convert a USB Type B receptacle on a printer for use with an ethernet adapter?
I want to convert a USB Type B receptacle on a printer to an ethernet adapter. I know they make USB Type A to ethernet adapters. But I don't see USB Type B to ethernet adapters. USB Type B is ...
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Monitor (DVI-D) to Laptop (VGA)
I am simply trying to use my DVI monitor with my laptop that only accepts VGA. I've been doing some research for an adapter from DVI female to VGA male and it seems that not only do I need an adapter, ...
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Router connection on usb to ethernet adapter
I have a router that is connected via USB, as the USB drivers are the only ones I can find online. I was going to setup a little network with a switch and probably a WAP as well. The only problem is ...
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Is this SSD compatable with my motherboard? [closed]
Model M4A78T-E (AM3)
Chipset Vendor AMD
Chipset Model 790GX
OCZ Technology 128GB
Vertex 4 SATA 6Gb/s 2.5"
Can I put this in my motherboard, if I can, how ?
If I can't can somebody link me a ...
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Antec 900 fan plugs are not compatible with PSU or motherboard
I have an Antec 900 case, which has two small fans in the front, a large fan on top, and an exhaust fan in the back, all of which have individual power cords/plugs. They look identical to the piece on ...
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Where can I connect this USB 3.0 cord?
My motherboard has 2 USB 3.o slots in the back, where the usual slots go, but the tower also supports 1 or 2 USB 3.0 ports in the front, above the DVD drive. So, there is a cord coming out of those ...
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Single PBX internal extension TO VoIP account
I have a traditional PBX with no option to set any SIP account as internal client extension.
So just an old-style PBX with analog/ISDN phones attached to.
Now what I want to know if there's any ...
