Apple 85W MagSafe Power Adapter (for 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro)

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  • Overview

    The 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector that ensures your power cable will disconnect if it experiences undue strain and helps prevent fraying or weakening of the cables over time. In addition, the magnetic DC helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection.

    When the connection is secure, an LED located at the head of the DC connector will light up; an amber light lets you know that your portable is charging, while a green light tells you that you have a full charge. An AC lead is provided with the adapter for maximum lead length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives users an even easier and more compact way to travel.

    Designed to be the perfect travelling companion, the adapter has a clever design that allows the DC cable to be wound neatly around itself for easy cable storage.

    This power adapter recharges the lithium polymer battery while the system is off, on, or in sleep mode. It also powers the system if you choose to operate without a battery.

    Compatible with 15- or 17-inch MacBook Pro.

    Not sure if this is the right power adapter for your Mac?

    See this article for more details about choosing the right one.

    Knowing which specific Mac model you have is important. If you are running OS X Lion (10.7) or later, go to the “” menu at the top left of your screen, choose “About this Mac” then click the “More Info...” button. Your Mac model and generation will be displayed.

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    • 1.0 out of 5 stars

      Dear Apple

      Dear Apple - stop being stupid. For such a great engineering company, why can't you get the obvious things fixed. These cords fray at the connector. ALL of them Dear Apple - stop being stupid. For such a great engineering company, why can't you get the obvious things fixed. These cords fray at the connector. ALL of them do. Sometimes at the power brick, sometimes at the Mac end. Then I have to go spend 80 bucks for another adapter - when all I really need is the cord. So do the right thing, and put a MagSafe connector on BOTH ends of the cord, and a MagSafe jack on the side of the power brick just like the one on the side of the computer. Then, I could (1) disconnect the cord completely from the adapter when it's in my bag, and not have to worry about the cord getting bent and broken where it connects to the power brick, (2) could have my choice of cord lenghts - maybe a short one for my desk and a long one when I travel, and (3) I could replace JUST THE CORD if it got damaged or worn, for something like 5 or 6 bucks instead of 80. What do you think? Would it be so hard to do?

      • Written by Brad F from Lawrence

      6434 of 6556 people found this useful

      Is this review useful?Dear Apple

    • 2.0 out of 5 stars

      Yes for Unibody, No for older MBP's

      Own Early 2008 MBP and Late 2009 MBP. Works on the unibody, does not on my early 2008. The port on the new MacBooks are smaller and more shallow, this charger Own Early 2008 MBP and Late 2009 MBP. Works on the unibody, does not on my early 2008. The port on the new MacBooks are smaller and more shallow, this charger reflects this change and will not make contact with older ports found on non-unibody. Buyer beware, save yourself the hassle and find an 'I" MagSafe charger if you have a non-unibody.

      • Written by Steven R from Whitby

      1830 of 2349 people found this useful

      Is this review useful?Yes for Unibody, No for older MBP's

    • 1.0 out of 5 stars

      Why won't Apple fix these awful power cords?

      Well, the answer is clear. They are horribly overpriced at $80 and they break every 8 months or so. Clearly a goldmine for Apple. In the past 3 years, I've h Well, the answer is clear. They are horribly overpriced at $80 and they break every 8 months or so. Clearly a goldmine for Apple. In the past 3 years, I've had one break near the magnetic end and one near the wall plug end. A third just mysteriously quit working, though it looks brand new. I am very careful with these cords, but it makes no difference. Also, they get dangerously hot. I had just talked my mom into switching from PC to Mac, but honestly now I might talk her back into a PC. I know these complaints are not new. Several reviews say the same thing. So when is Apple going to fix the problem? Or at least come up with a "Buy 3 Cords Get 1 Free" deal?

      • Written by J N from Dallas

      1156 of 1198 people found this useful

      Is this review useful?Why won't Apple fix these awful power cords?

    • 1.0 out of 5 stars

      Feeling cheated

      I just bought my third cable. The last one I bought lasted 16 months. It broke in the same place as the first one. Apple knows of the problem and had a replacem I just bought my third cable. The last one I bought lasted 16 months. It broke in the same place as the first one. Apple knows of the problem and had a replacement program in 2014. You’d think they would have corrected the defect. I was told that they changed the design after 2014, but they didn’t. The cords are exactly the same. I was also told that the cord comes with a year warranty, but that if it breaks in the same place it’s known to break, it isn’t covered! What a racket!

      • Written by Linda H from RUNNEMEDE

      14 of 14 people found this useful

      Is this review useful?Feeling cheated

    • 1.0 out of 5 stars

      Terrible design, ridiculous price

      I am now on my fourth power adapter (once per year on average). The high price is not justified given the frequency that one has to replace them.

      • Written by Jose R from Los Angeles

      15 of 15 people found this useful

      Is this review useful?Terrible design, ridiculous price

    • 3.0 out of 5 stars

      Beware if you have a MacBook Pro with Retina.

      I didn't realize the connector for the 15" MacBook Pro Retina is different from the connector on the 15" MacBook Pro. This MagSafe power supply requires MagSafe I didn't realize the connector for the 15" MacBook Pro Retina is different from the connector on the 15" MacBook Pro. This MagSafe power supply requires MagSafe to MagSafe 2 adapter to enable it to connect to the MacBook Pro Retina. Fortunately, I had one of these adapters from OWC.

      • Written by John G from Toronto

      1 of 3 people found this useful

      Is this review useful?Beware if you have a MacBook Pro with Retina.

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