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Q: what type of charger does a 2008 macbook pro use

I just bought a used macbook from a friend but it doesnt have a charger. Can I use the same charger I use for my iphone 4

null, Windows 8

Posted on Jul 2, 2015 3:16 PM

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No

Go to the Apple Store and order the correct one.

Posted on Jul 2, 2015 3:17 PM

Q: what type of charger does a 2008 macbook pro use

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by Csound1,Solvedanswer

Csound1 Jul 2, 2015 3:17 PM in response to CertifiedAppleTroubleShooter
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Jul 2, 2015 3:17 PM in response to CertifiedAppleTroubleShooter

No

Go to the Apple Store and order the correct one.
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by dominic23,

dominic23 Jul 2, 2015 3:20 PM in response to CertifiedAppleTroubleShooter
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Jul 2, 2015 3:20 PM in response to CertifiedAppleTroubleShooter

You cannot use power adapters for iPhones to charge Mac notebooks.

For info about Mac power adapters:

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201700
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OGELTHORPE Jul 2, 2015 3:22 PM in response to CertifiedAppleTroubleShooter
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Jul 2, 2015 3:22 PM in response to CertifiedAppleTroubleShooter

If the MBP is a 13" model, it will require a 60w charger. If the MBP is a 15"/17" MBP, it will require a 85w charger.

DO NOT GET A MAGSAFE2 CHARGER. It is not compatible.

Ciao.
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