Questions & Answers for MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter
17 Questions from the Community
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Could I use this converter with a 85W Magsafe 1 charger to charge a 2014 Macbook Pro Retina 13" that normally uses a 60W charger?
- Asked by Jacob S from West Bloomfield
- 21-May-2015
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AnswerHi Jacob, yes you can!
- Answered by Henk K from Palo Alto
- 27-Aug-2015
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Is it better to get the adapter or just buy a new Magsafe 2 power supply?
I've got a brand new 2012 Macbook Air. Given my travels, I definitely need an extra power supply. I have some extra original Magsafe supplies (85W). I'm trying to decide if it will be better to get the adapter or get a new power supply.
- Asked by Henry H from Palo Alto
- 18-Aug-2012
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Best Answer:My advice would be to buy one of these due to the extreme difference in cost. Use one of your old chargers plugged in to your desk at home (or wherever you normally charge at home) with this adapter.
Save your new adapter for "mobile" use... take it with you when you travel.
I have my old, original magsafe adapter that came with my Jan 2006 macbook pro plugged in at my desk at home. It's lasted so long simply because it stays in that one location and never moves. So leave your old charger at home with the magsafe adapter since the old one is more likely to fail if you continue to use/abuse it (simply because it's older).- Answered by Steven E from Jericho
- 16-Oct-2012
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Best Answer:
You'll need a Lightning to 30-pin Adapter, Apple product number MD823ZM/A. It converts from the old 30-pin connector used by older iPhones/iPads/iPods and their accessories to the smaller Lightning connector used today.
Unfortunately, Apple's comment system won't let me post a link to their own online store. Check under Store/Shop iPhone/iPhone Accessories.- Answered by Peter A from Berkeley
- 29-Jul-2014
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MagSafe to MagSafe2 & rMBP - Does it charge the rMBP while in use?
Equipment: 2012 rMBP, 2008 23" Cinema Dislay, MagSafe to MagSafe2 adapter.
Tonight I hooked up my retina macbook pro to my cinema display via the MagSafe to MagSafe2 adapter and noticed that while the rMBP received power, it wasn't charging the battery while I used the computer.
I've read various reports online about the MacBook air being able to receive both power and battery charge simultaneously, probably because it's power needs are 45w compared to the rMBP's 85w.
My experience so far says that the MagSafe to MagSafe2 adapter will NOT charge a rMBP while it's in use. Is this correct?- Asked by Michael M from Highlands Ranch
- 19-Oct-2012
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Best Answer:I am not a Genious Bar Apple employee but I do own a 13" MacBook Air, the 13" MacBook (Mid 2005), 15 inch MacBook Pro (Mid 2008), 13" Macbook Pro (Mid 2011) and two White mid 2006 MacBooks-- Just to name a few
The air requires 45 watts, MacBooks require 60, and the 15"/17" Pro's require 85 watts.
Summary:
45w Megsafe Air charger will only charge the Air although a higher watt charger will charge it as well
60 Watt Mega safe. Charger that comes with the all 13" MacBook's and Pros are as well as the air
Whilst the The 85 watt Megasafe charger is intended For Macs 15" & 17"; it is my charger of choice b/c it charges all Intell based Macs including the air- Answered by Joseph A from Livonia
- 24-Oct-2012
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The 27" Thunderbolt Display ships with the MagSafe adapter and I have it hooked up to my Retina MacBook Pro without any issues so It should be fine with the 27" Cinema LED Display.
- Answered by George K from South Hurstville
- 16-May-2013
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How do I convert from 110 wattage to 220 wattage?
I am traveling to Uguanda. The wattage is different. How can I plug in my Aire?
- Asked by Renae P from Surprise
- 05-Nov-2015
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AnswerAll Apple rechargers will take either 110 or 220 power. Just get a adaptor for the Ugandan plug and plug in your recharger.
- Answered by Max R from Oakland
- 24-Nov-2015
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Will this work with a MacBook Pro (Retina, 15-inch, Mid 2015)?
- Asked by Brenda F from Parkville
- 16-Sep-2016
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AnswerYes, this will convert any MagSafe 1 connection to the MagSafe Connection found on all 13" and 15" MacBook Pro Retina models.
- Answered by Aaron D from Thurgoona
- 23-Oct-2016
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Might be a "duh" question, but it wouldn't work on a 2008, 17" MacBook Pro would it???
Somehow the magnetic head of my 85W (model A1222) power adapter tore. It will charge but I have to jiggle it a bit to stay. I was hoping the MagSafe 2 converter would fit this particular portal.
- Asked by Shaina H from Richond
- 02-Oct-2012
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can i use the magsafe to magsafe 2 converter on my old magsafe charger to charge my 13" macbook pro late 2011 model?
- Asked by George A from Los Angeles
- 06-Nov-2013
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AnswerI have the oldest MagSafe charger, the 85-watt version that came with the original Intel MacBook Pro (early 2006) and it works perfectly with my current 13" MacBook Pro (late 2013) using the MagSafe to MagSafe 2 adapter.
So if your "old" MagSafe charger is equal to or greater than the wattage of your "new" MagSafe 2 charger, it will charge your computer. I do it every day.- Answered by Donald T from Louisville
- 22-Feb-2014
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Can this work with 85W Magsafe Power Adapter Model no. A1290
I have old Macbook 85W Magsafe Power Adapter Model no. A1290 and wanted to check if the converter will work it? thanks.
- Asked by Umang P
- 11-Aug-2017
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How long is the warranty on this item?
How long is the warranty on this item?
- Asked by Ethan K from Astoria
- 12-Aug-2014
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Wish to keep ipad operating while traveling on airplane. What charging system should I purchase? Must be compatible with 21pin adapter used on I pad.
- Asked by Larry M from Linconshire
- 23-Nov-2012
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