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NEC PC-Engine/SuperGrafx => PC Engine/SuperGrafx Discussion => Topic started by: tbone3969 on October 02, 2017, 02:48:24 AM
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Wondering if this is ok for the machine.
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It's 1v and 200mA lower than spec. It might work for hueys, but it'd likely have issues with powering the disc drive.
Just buy the correct thing, for f*cks sake. If you're willing to blow $2k on an LT, surely you can scrounge up $10 for a power supply. :lol:
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Thanks for the info. I was asking for a buddy of mine. Maybe I'll just buy him one. They aren't cheap on eBay.
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They're cheap if you just buy an appropriate PSU. You don't need an actual brand one. The brand ones are probably a worse idea than buying a brand new one at this point. I had my SGX and Duo R bricks both die on me recently.
Check the amperage, polarity, and connector, and get the same thing. Those adaptaplug ones that switch between like 5-12v are the best bet. Just don't buy a piece of shit one. You should be able to find a solid one for like 15$.
If it's like 2.99$, pass.
I had one from Radio Shack. I sold it when I sold my Duo-R. I used it with the Duo-R for about 6 years, including leaving it running for 8+ hours at conventions, or when I would leave it paused to go to work.
It was like 7.5-12v 1000ma, and cost maybe 12$
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OOO SHIEEEE
https://www.radioshack.com/products/radioshack-universal-ac-to-dc-high-power-adapter
They still have them.
Then, you just get the right plug, and go go go.
They used to give you a free tip (hah), but that might not be a thing now.