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Are Computer Power Cords Universal?

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23-Jul-2009, 01:56 AM #1
Are Computer Power Cords Universal?
I lost one of my old computer's power cords and I was wondering if I could use the power cord from a different computer with it. It fits into the system and all, but will it damage my computer if I turn it on? Or does it not matter?
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23-Jul-2009, 02:25 AM #2
Its OK to use it,they are just the same as some kettle cords as well .....
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23-Jul-2009, 02:41 AM #3
Well they just universal like you said. So you can one in computer store for a spare
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23-Jul-2009, 05:49 AM #4
Also I think a power cord from a monitor is the same.
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23-Jul-2009, 11:51 PM #5
Just to be safe, Miao, are you referring to the AC power cord for a desktop computer or the DC power cord that plugs into a laptop? As others have mentioned, the AC power cord is fairly universal. A DC power cord for a laptop is definitely NOT universal.
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