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On 17-03-20 11:36 AM, thelma@×××××××××××.com wrote: |
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> I have a small box "VIA Eden Processor 1200MHz" it runs my asterisk and |
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> hylafax but it is powered by those external 12V adapters (12V 5A). |
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> They don't usually last long, max 2-years or less. I have a spare unit: |
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> Switching Adapter Power Supply. |
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> The box is in remote location so if it goes down due to PS I have to |
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> there and restart it, it shut down twice on me this morning; I think |
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> this adapter is going slowly. |
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> If find/connect 12V adapter with higher Amps 10A or 15A will it help |
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> extend the live of the these external power supplies? |
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> Or take one of the old PS from an old case and solder the tip to 12V |
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> line is better solution? |
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The higher current rating unit should run cooler thus live longer. If |
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the psu from the old case has a well filtered output should do quite |
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well. Since most desk-top psu are fan cooled could be an added bonus. |
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Ted Ozolins |
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Cranbrook, BC |