Questions & Answers for Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (for MacBook Pro with Retina display)

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (for MacBook Pro with Retina display)

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Will this adapter work will previous MacBooks?
Will this adapter work will previous MacBooks? Like if I have a previous gen MacBook Pro can I use this adapter? Or do I need the specific one?
- Asked by Joshua G from Davis
- 12-Jun-2012
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No it will not. An older MagSafe will work with MagSafe 2 via the new adapter but it will not work the other way.
- Answered by Matt P
- 12-Aug-2012
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I have an old 13 inch normal mac book will this adapter be safe for it?
- Asked by Amanda B from Amherst
- 22-Aug-2012
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You will want to purchase a 60W adapter for use with your MacBook. This charger has a MagSafe 2 connection, which will not connect to your MacBook.
- Answered by David V from Fairport
- 26-Aug-2012
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Will this work on my 13 in macbook pro with retina display? The late 2013 version?
- Asked by Jessica C from Verona
- 19-May-2015
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I have one of these that I have purchased from England would I need a voltage adapter to use it in Singapore
- Asked by Jeniz W
- 18-Oct-2012
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Singapore - 230V 50Hz, this adapter is compatible. Maybe you need plug adapter.
- Answered by Boris T from Nizhniy Novgorod
- 23-Oct-2012
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I am from Argentina. We have 250W here, does it works or I need an adapter to change W?
- Asked by Fede F
- 30-Aug-2012
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You're talking about voltage. Note that every Apple device automatically switches between 110-120V and 240-250V. It will work regardless of which country you use it in. Wattage is referring to how much power it is consuming.
- Answered by Anthony R from Brisbane
- 1-Sep-2012
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Mfr. Part Number: MD506 is this 85W with 20V 4.25A and exact replacement for A1424
- Asked by Stephen M
- 28-Sep-2012
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Is this compatible with my 2014 13" Macbook Pro w/ Retina Display?
- Asked by Jonas C from Sunapee
- 26-Jun-2015
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can i use power adpter megasafe 2 using adapter to work in macbook pro 15 2012.?
- Asked by Rogerio A from Sao Paulo
- 13-Dec-2014
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hello I have a question is this charger the right one to use for a MacBook Pro retina display from the late 2009? thanks for your advice
- Asked by Brenda Z from San Miguel De Allende
- 21-Apr-2015
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The MacBook Pro with Retina Display was released in 2012. Any computer from before then uses the older style connector.
- Answered by Matthew G from Wilmington
- 22-May-2015
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mac book air adapter wats
i need information of macbook pro adapter
- Asked by Venky R from Bangalore
- 14-Sep-2015
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What is the WARRENTY for the replacements AC Power Cord for the Apple MC556LL/B 85w MagSafe Power Adapter for the Mac Book Pro for 15-17" screen?
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- Asked by Debra G from Derby
- 23-May-2014
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wood this fit my 17 macbook pro year 2010
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- 13-Feb-2015
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No. Apple says that this is not backward compatible.
- Answered by Chester W from Chatsworth
- 18-Feb-2015
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Can this power adapter also be used for the new macbook air?
- Asked by Jonathan S from Chicago
- 11-Jun-2012
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yeah
- Answered by Oren S from Denver
- 14-Jun-2012
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what is the best way to extend the life of the adaptor? does keeping it plugged in electricity harm the adaptor??
- Asked by Maher M from Springfield Gardens
- 9-Aug-2012
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To extend the life of adapter don't use it :). Seriously, you can keep it plugged without harm. Periodically clean the magsafe plug.
- Answered by Boris T from Nizhniy Novgorod
- 23-Oct-2012
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One of the wings broke off my 85W magsafe 2 adapter. Anyone know where I can get a new one? I don't want to buy a whole new charger, just the wing.
- Asked by Ginger C from Nashville
- 15-Jan-2014
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Does the adapter that comes with the American macbook pros work with 220/230 volt and 60Hz currents?
- Asked by Yuval N
- 18-May-2014
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Yes. Looking at mine the print says 100-240V 50-60Hz.
- Answered by Michael Z from Fresh Meadows
- 27-May-2014
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Old Mac will work with MagSafe 2 ???
My old macBook Pro 15 " Power Supply does not charge the battery but the LED is green and computer works when plugged in electric outlet.
Tested 2 different batteries and the result is the same!
Please advise which Adapter I do have to get
- Asked by Oswaldo N from Colleyville
- 20-Jun-2012
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No, this is only for the newer MBP. The connector is different. You need to get the original MagSafe charger (Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)).
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- 24-Jun-2012
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Which cable for charging do I need for Mac 17 inches
Power cable for my old MacBook Pro 17 inches
- Asked by James K from Lander
- 27-Jul-2014
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Hi there, Will this charger work with the A1398 Macbook pro retina 2012, and if not, what charger will?
- Asked by Jay M
- 2-Nov-2014
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Can I charge my MacBook 12" with a 87W Power Adapter? Will it damage my MacBook?
- Asked by Alexander B from Brighton
- 26-Aug-2017
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It won't damage your MacBook.
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- 31-Aug-2017
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