Replacement Laptop Charger

[Gizmonster]

My charger for my Asus laptop has stopped working, so I'm after getting a new one.
My question - if I buy a generic one (or even one which claims to be a genuine Asus one), how important or all the figures on the charger?? I don't want to run the risk of damaging anything .... but I'd obviously like to get a cheaper one if I can :)

The figures on my charger say:
Input 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.0A
Output 19V 2.37A

The one I'm looking at says:
Input 100-240V 50/60Hz 1.6A
Output 19V 3.42A

I'm a bit worried about the difference in the Amp figures - is it important??

[Hymie]

The important difference between the original and the one you are proposing is that its output current rating is greater than the original (2.37A Vs 3.42A) – the difference in input current rating of 1.0A Vs 1.6A is irrelevant – so it should work OK.

But it is worth buying form a reputable supplier, some Far East manufacturers place false safety approvals marks on their products – without being correctly safety tested, you could be placing your life at risk.

[bhg481]

The really important fifure is the output voltage which MUST be the same as the original. If the output current is smaller than the original it may not supply sufficient power to run the laptop, together with any plugged-in discs etc and charge the battery if it has been run down for any reason. The one you are looking at looks good in both cases, so long as the connector to the laptop is correct. (If it's specified as being for an Asus and the connector doesn't fit you have every right to both your money and postage back).

[Gizmonster]

Thanks for the replies - I've since found one that has an output of 19V AND 2.37A .... I'm just awaiting a reply now to make sure the lead is long enough :)

Thanks again for taking the time to reply :)