Frequently Asked Questions about Acer Power Chargers
Acer is a Taiwanese hardware and electronics company that produces both laptop and desktop computers, and the Acer Aspire One is one of the company's most well-known notebooks. Mobile power chargers allow you to recharge your Acer Aspire One’s battery so that you can work and stay connected while on the go. When selecting a charger for your Acer Aspire One, there are different styles and types available.
How do you select a mobile power charger?- Gather computer information: You will want to find information on the model of your Acer Aspire One. This information will help you select a charger that has the right connection and voltage of your notebook. If you have an existing charger for your Acer Aspire One, you can check the label to locate the part number of the existing cord.
- Select a type: You will want to select a type of charger based on the wattage needed and the power available for your mobile. Typically, an Aspire One with a faster processor and hard drive will require more power than one with less GHz.
- Choose a brand: If you prefer to use OEM power chargers for your Aspire One, you can select from those manufactured by Acer and their partners. There are also other brands and generic power chargers that are designed to be compatible with your device.
- Select a voltage: The output voltage of the power charger ranges between 12 volts and 24 volts depending on the model. If you have the existing charger, the output voltage will be listed on the charger’s label.
- Power supply: This part of the charger is also known as the power brick. This is the main part of the charger. It takes the power from the AC charger plugged into the wall socket and converts it to a lower voltage that your laptop's processor can use.
- Plug-in adapter: This part of the charger connects the device to the laptop. The plug-in adapter on many chargers will be sealed and connected to the power supply.
- Plug: This portion of the charger connects it to the wall socket. This part will have two to three prongs and can be disconnected from the power brick.
- DC/In-car: This type will have a round car charger that fits into the cigarette lighter of your vehicle.
- Dock: Some Acer laptops are compatible with a dock. In addition to charging Acer Aspire One netbooks, you can connect external displays, keyboards, mice, and other equipment needed to set up them up as desktop computers.
A universal charger is compatible with multiple types of mobile computers, including the Aspire One. Some universal chargers will have different plug-in adapters that can be switched out to one that fits your device. Other models will have a splitter that has multiple plug-in adapters as well.
How long is an AC power cord?A standard AC power cord for your charger will generally be 4 feet in length. The plug can be disconnected from the power brick so that a longer cord can be attached to increase the reach of the mobile device.
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