Binding: Electronics Brand: Apple EAN: 0885909115808 Label: Apple Computer Manufacturer: Apple Computer Model: MA538LL/A Publisher: Apple Computer Studio: Apple Computer
Product DescriptionThe 60 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector that ensures your power cable will disconnect if it experiences undue strain and helps prevent fraying or weakening of the cables over time. In addition, the magnetic DC helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection.When the connection is secure, an LED located at the head of the DC connector will light; an amber light lets you know that your portable is charging, while a green light tells you that you have a full charge. An AC cord is provided with the adapter for maximum cord length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives users an even easier and more compact way to travel.Designed to be the perfect traveling companion, the adapter has a clever design, which allows the DC cable to be wound neatly around itself for easy cable storage.This power adapter recharges the lithium polymer battery while the system is off, on, or in sleep mode. It also powers the system if you choose to operate without a battery.
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Rating: - Adaptor sent by Amazon is fake, lousy and a fire hazard! Do not order from here!!!!
Amazon selected a seller that sent me a non-apple substitute for my purchase. It failed electrically after two hours of use - burned through the cord and melted the white plastic. We have two other true Apple adapters in our household and I would rate them 5 stars. After three weeks of waiting for the seller to resolve this issue and another week of waiting for Amazon to resolve this issue, nothing has been done about my faulty, fake charger. I rate Amazon no stars and will NEVER use them again. ... Read More
Rating: - Great idea poorly executed
Another voice with the same experience: I use my Mac with care, no special handling, and the cord frayed and got very hot just at that juncture with the magnetic head. AppleCare took care of the situation, and within 48 hours I had a new one (although they shipped only the central element, and not the plug nor the long cord that attaches to the outlet). That's okay with me because I have those parts from the original. But the inconvenience of even losing just one work day is very frustrating, because ... Read More
Rating: - Nice while it lasts.. then *POOF* Burnout... at magnetic connection ..
There's a major flaw in design of this apple power adapter, and
it's the ultra thin cord and its common point of bending at where
it connects to the macbook, specifically at just before the magsafe
ending. After using my macbook for a year, the cord suddenly smelled
like it was burning.. the covering on the cord melted off.. sparked
smoked some more.. then kaput completely, argh! googled cost for new
one, $80 bucks a pop. Checked out apple's site for reviews on same ... Read More
Rating: - Breaks Easily
the 'MagSafe' feature is really impressing. But this cord is delicate. I bought my macbook 10 months ago and last night when I lifted my mackbook from the bed while the magsafe cord was still attached, the connector stayed with the laptop and the cord fell apart.....I didnt realize this until I happened to touch near the connector and felt something coming out of laptop.
Be careful while you use it, its also freaking expensive! $80+ for a piece.
Rating: - Must have at least one extra
I've had two of these since we bought a MacBook November 2006. They've both worked great at the office, at home, and on the road, never any problems.
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Electronics : Apple MagSafe 60W Power Adapter for MacBook MA538LL/A
- Adaptor sent by Amazon is fake, lousy and a fire hazard! Do not order from here!!!!
- Great idea poorly executed
- Must have at least one extra