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three-prong plug snapped, can I use two-prong plug with 2012 MBP? - dmag - 04-28-2014
Hi,
I busted one of the prongs off the three-prong plug for the adapter that goes with my 2012 Macbook Pro.
A friend gave me a two-prong plug/cord that fits the adapter fine.
Is there any problem using the old plug (two-prong) with this adapter and computer?
Thanks.
Re: three-prong plug snapped, can I use two-prong plug with 2012 MBP? - OWC Jamie - 04-28-2014
shouldn't be
is the replacement plug and the outlet being used wide pin/ narrow pin ?
Re: three-prong plug snapped, can I use two-prong plug with 2012 MBP? - Acer - 04-28-2014
Short answer: No problem.
Apple's adapters (at least the one for my new MPBr 15) ship with both a compact 2-prong fitting and a corded 3-prong fitting designed to be swappable.
Re: three-prong plug snapped, can I use two-prong plug with 2012 MBP? - lost in space - 04-28-2014
Some combinations won't swap. I think it's just a UL thing. since the brick has only two, it's OK from an electrical/safety standpoint.
Re: three-prong plug snapped, can I use two-prong plug with 2012 MBP? - dmag - 04-28-2014
Thanks, guys. Plugged it in, and the MBP is charging.
Appreciate the help.