Can I use a 65W HP laptop power adapter with the Elitebook 840 G3

[ykl]

Hi, I have an Elitebook 840 G3, that comes with a 45W power adapter. I also have an older HP 65W power adapter and would like to use it with the 840 G3. The plugs do not fit, but I can get the converter to adapt to the 3mm connector. Will this work? Any risks?

[old_geekster · Accepted solution]

@ykl, welcome to the forum.

Here is the Maintenance and Service Guide for the laptop.  In Chapter 3, Illustrated parts catalog, Page 28, there is a list of AC Adapters for the laptop.  There are three that have 65W.  However, I can't say for certain that yours will work. 

Personally, the fact that you would have to use an adapter gives me pause.

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[old_geekster]

@ykl

Here is more information for you on the AC Adapter.  It is in Chapter 14, Specifications, Page 114.  It shows the requirements for 45W and 65W adapters.

[ykl]

Thanks!

[old_geekster]

You are welcome, @ykl.