7.4mm x 7.4mm Right Angle 90-Degree Power Adapter Connector Converter for Hp Pavilion Probook Elitebook Envy Compaq Presario/Dell Latitude XPS Studio Vostro Laptop AC Charger[1Pack]

For some reason, Dell laptops come with straight power connectors, and that's a problem if you're trying to put the laptop into a hutch or use it on a shelf. In my case, it's a Dell Alienware 18" laptop which pretty much has to stay plugged in because of the high power consumption. I'm concerned that the sharp bend in the power wire might eventually cause the power supply to fail.This solved the problem -- the power wire itself is now straight and the 90 degree bend to fit the laptop reduced the clearance I need. While I wish this laptop could be powered from USB-C, this is the next-best solution.

This right-angle adapter reduces the total distance that the power input protrudes from the laptop by about ¾ of an inch; From 2 inches to 1.25 inches, approximately. This could be particularly useful if your charging port is located at on either the left or right side of your laptop rather than the rear.Because this adapter works with my 180w Dell Alienware laptop, it should theoretically work with lower wattages as well, though I do not know if it would work with higher-power Dell machines that require a 240w power supplies.If you have a Dell laptop that requires 100w or less, consider getting a 7.4mm to USB-C adapter instead. A USB-C adapter would make charging your laptop a more universal and less tedious experience, especially since USB-C chargers are less expensive than 7.4mm barrel chargers and because USB-C can be used for many more applications than what the 7.4mm charger can be used for. USB-C adapters do not appear to be available yet for wattages greater than 100w.Overall, this is a great niche product. it does its job well, though I do recommend that the seller should clearly state what wattage this adapter is capable of passing through.

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It isn't as sturdy as I thought it would be. If it gets warm, it bends at the 90° joint. The rubber-like shell around it can soften and melt quite easy. My suggestion is to not use this for electronics that will be having a lot of power going through the cable, because this product could cause a fire when not exercising caution. Make sure this product is well ventilated as to stay cool.

If you're like me and actually use your laptop on your lap, this is indispensable. Takes the strain off the cord, allows rotating the plug so it doesn't poke you where you don't want to be poked. And if you unintentionally jerk on the cord, it simply pulls free of the angle adapter rather than prying sideways on your pain in the butt to replace (ask me how I know) laptop power supply socket.

I wasn't sure this would work on my laptop as it says it won't fit the 4540s and from the pictures I've seen that has the same AC jack as my 4530s.Well either they're wrong and it'll fit fine or the 4540s has a different jack or case than my 4530s because it works great on my laptop. I thought I might have to do some trimming on the adapter or the case because the jack is recessed in the body of the computer pretty far but it works like a charm. Plugs right in and doesn't rub anywhere.Now I'm wishing I bought the double set as I'm sure to lose this one eventually.

After using this for a while as compared to just plugging in the power supply from Dell this is an extremely understood not made well.

Good price and they do fit but the wire slips out of the adapter once in a while because of a loose fit.