I have a Maokesi external DVD drive burner and have lost the adaptor. It is cheap Chinese brandless and cannot find specs online or manual and nothing written on the device. Can I use any adopter which plug fits? I have about 4 that fit it. But there voltage and amps all vary. Does it matter?
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Jump to PostWould need more to go on. Google had zero hits on that name so let's here what's inside that case. Beware that I can get a new USB DVDRW at Wally's World for 25ish clams. So you may find it cheaper to donate this or use it in some desktop?
Jump to PostI would agree with rproffitt. It will probably be cheaper (as well as faster and easier) to get something from Fry's or Best Buy or wherever. It will be new, and have a warranty.
Jump to PostHere's a tip for next time. Whenever I buy something that has a power adaptor, I put a label on the power pack identifying what it is for, and a label on what it plugs into identifying the specs of the adaptor.
Jump to Postit does require a level of concentration mentally to be able to do. but see if you can manage it.
And there we go, back to the school playground sniping...
OK I'm done here.
Jump to PostThat deep-breathing stuff works. I was angry reading this thread, so if you're a troll, congratulations on your success in sowing discord, albeit temporarily. Then I followed your advice. Breathe in. Breathe out. Ahh.
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