See also my page on rewiring fender amps to grounded cords.
Ac adapter cable color code.
Usually all of this info is on the adapter sticker remember you are always looking for the output v and mah or a.
Power cord color codes.
5v wires if they are present are white.
Ground wires are black.
The adapter output is greater or equal to the devices rated mah or a.
Yes check the polarity of the acer adapter and that the voltage is the same and current at least the same as the hp.
Depends on the hp laptop model but you may get a nag that your adapter isn t recognised because the ceter pin is disconnected.
Iec dc power wiring color code.
These are the same for all atx power supplies.
In case of wiring dc power like solar or computer networks the following standard has to be followed.
Ac power 120 208 240 volts ac power comes in many different types based on how many volts the wires will be carrying.
The output is 8v 2 5a.
Brown hot blue neutral.
The plug fits into your device and has the correct polarity.
3 3v wires are orange.
A typical ac adapter sticker with all the essential info.
All the above mentioned color code for electrical wiring is to transmit ac current from the mains.
Dc power installations can be divided into earthed or unearthed systems.
5v wires are red.
Black hot white neutral green ground if you use a computer power cord or other cord based on the international wiring color code.
The wires on the main 20 pin or 24 pin connectors are color coded.
Ac power cord color codes explained.