{"id":5146,"date":"2022-06-08T22:10:02","date_gmt":"2022-06-08T14:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/?p=5146"},"modified":"2022-06-20T10:15:58","modified_gmt":"2022-06-20T02:15:58","slug":"the-ac-power-adapter-type-cannot-be-determined","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/the-ac-power-adapter-type-cannot-be-determined\/","title":{"rendered":"The AC Power Adapter Type Cannot Be Determined"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-kxytssmc-f85bf4c0fac0590c5fe08c7b78079149\">\n.avia-section.av-kxytssmc-f85bf4c0fac0590c5fe08c7b78079149{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/30119247.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 100%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n.avia-section.av-kxytssmc-f85bf4c0fac0590c5fe08c7b78079149 .av-section-color-overlay{\nopacity:0.3;\nbackground-color:#06090f;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-kxytssmc-f85bf4c0fac0590c5fe08c7b78079149 main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-first  avia-bg-style-scroll av-section-color-overlay-active  av-minimum-height av-minimum-height-50  container_wrap sidebar_right'  data-section-bg-repeat='no-repeat' data-av_minimum_height_pc='50'><div class='av-section-color-overlay-wrap'><div class=\"av-section-color-overlay\"><\/div><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><main  role=\"main\" itemprop=\"mainContentOfPage\"  class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-5146'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div class='flex_column av-dah8h-dbd7b54bab58109c23afab5dc696aa9f av_two_third  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_one_third  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div '   ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-l0b1pv8c-000ac26e6bccf12d9811ce69756d145a\">\n.av_textblock_section.av-l0b1pv8c-000ac26e6bccf12d9811ce69756d145a .avia_textblock{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-l0b1pv8c-000ac26e6bccf12d9811ce69756d145a '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock av_inherit_color '  itemprop=\"text\" ><\/div><\/section><\/div><div class='flex_column av-2wtvht-cae5239ed2f1ba5cceaf8ef37c703716 av_one_third  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_two_third  avia-builder-el-last  flex_column_div '   ><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='av_section_2'  class='avia-section av-5b70i9-7a088f6f54e31748ddbd7fceac89f85a main_color avia-section-default avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-4  el_after_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  avia-bg-style-scroll  container_wrap sidebar_right'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-small alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-5146'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div class='flex_column av-3kq001-81ca581d5c3374268604f8ab39919e80 av_two_third  avia-builder-el-5  el_before_av_one_third  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div '   ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-1xpiip-48e6af4c858bcbc476298b4ac4c3cc38 '  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock '  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Your laptop&#8217;s power adapter is one of the essential parts of your computer &#8211; after all, it&#8217;s what keeps your machine running! But what happens when we can&#8217;t determine the ac adapter type? This article will explore what causes this problem and how you can fix it.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why the AC power adapter type cannot be determined?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>You know how frustrating it can be if you&#8217;ve ever gone to plug in your laptop only to realize that you don&#8217;t have a suitable AC power adapter.<\/p>\n<p>You need to find an adapter compatible with your computer to charge it, but how can you determine which type of adapter you need if the one you have doesn&#8217;t work?<\/p>\n<p>There are a few reasons why the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/power-adapter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AC power adapter<\/a> type can&#8217;t be determined. The most common sense is that the adapter is not compatible with your laptop.<\/p>\n<p>Your adapter is probably inconsistent if you have a newer laptop because it&#8217;s not powerful enough. The latest laptops require more power to charge, so an older adapter will not work.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some ways to help you determine the types of your AC power adapter:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Check AC Adapter<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you have a laptop that cannot be powered on, or we cannot determine the AC adapter type, you can check a few things:<\/p>\n<p>First, make sure that the AC adapter is plugged into the wall outlet and the laptop.<\/p>\n<p>Next, check the power cord to see if it is frayed or damaged. If so, replace it with a new one.<\/p>\n<p>If neither of those solutions works, try plugging the AC adapter into a different outlet to see if that makes a difference.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, take the laptop to a qualified technician to have it checked out if all else fails.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Check DC Port<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/power-adapter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4661 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Circular-connector.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"602\" height=\"165\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Circular-connector.png 602w, https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Circular-connector-500x137.png 500w, https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Circular-connector-600x164.png 600w, https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/Circular-connector-300x82.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>If you have a computer that is not working and get this message, the computer cannot determine what kind of AC adapter is connected. Some things can cause this.<\/p>\n<p>First, ensure that the AC adapter is plugged into the computer correctly. If it is not plugged in all the way or plugged into the wrong port, the computer will not be able to identify the adapter accurately.<\/p>\n<p>Second, try unplugging and then replugging in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/ac-adapter-types\/wall-plug-adapter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AC adapter<\/a>. Sometimes the connection can become loose, which will cause the computer to be unable to identify the adapter.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, find out if the AC adapter can usually work. To do this, plug it into another device, such as a lamp or a power strip. If the other device does not work, the AC adapter is likely defective and will need to be replaced.<\/p>\n<p>Suppose you still have trouble determining what kind of AC adapter is connected to your computer. In that case, you can try using a different computer or contacting your computer&#8217;s manufacturer for help.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Make Direct Connections<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The error &#8220;ac power adapter type cannot be determined&#8221; usually happens when the computer tries to charge the battery using an AC adapter. This error can be fixed by ensuring that the AC adapter is correctly connected to the computer. If the problem persists, it may be necessary to replace the AC adapter.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Check BIOS<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5149 \" src=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Check-BIOS-1030x573.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"538\" height=\"253\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re getting the &#8220;the ac power adapter type cannot be determined&#8221; error message, your computer&#8217;s BIOS is not configured correctly. You&#8217;ll need to change a few settings in the BIOS to fix this problem.<\/p>\n<p>First, open the BIOS and go to the &#8220;Boot&#8221; tab. Ensure that the &#8220;Boot Priority&#8221; is set to &#8220;Legacy First.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Next, we go to the &#8220;Security&#8221; tab and enable the &#8220;Secure Boot&#8221; option.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, we select the &#8220;Save &amp; Exit&#8221; tab and &#8220;Save Changes and Exit.&#8221; Your computer should now boot properly with no errors.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Power cycle your PC<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5150 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Power-cycle-your-PC.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"493\" height=\"309\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re having trouble with your PC, one thing you can try is power cycling it. Power cycling means turning off your PC and then turning it back on. This can sometimes fix problems with your PC.<\/p>\n<p>To power cycle, your PC, first make sure all your programs are saved and closed. And then, turn off your PC by pressing and holding the power button for 12 seconds. Once your PC is turned off, please wait a few seconds before turning it back on.<\/p>\n<p>Once your PC is turned back on, check if your problem is fixed. If not, you can try other troubleshooting steps. But if power cycling your PC doesn&#8217;t help, you may need to contact customer support for further assistance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Workaround with ThrottleStop<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you have a laptop with a Thunderbolt 3 port and are having trouble determining the correct power adapter type, there is a workaround that you can use with ThrottleStop.<\/p>\n<p>First, open ThrottleStop and go to the FIVR tab. Next, click the &#8220;Disable Turbo&#8221; button. This will disable turbo boost on your processor.<\/p>\n<p>Now, plug your AC power adapter<a href=\"https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/power-adapter\/interchangeable-power-adapter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/www.beipower.com\/power-adapter\/interchangeable-power-adapter\/<\/a> into your laptop. The correct adapter type should now be displayed in the &#8220;AC Power Adapter&#8221; field. You can now re-enable turbo boost by clicking the &#8220;Enable Turbo&#8221; button in ThrottleStop.<\/p>\n<p>You should only use this workaround if you have trouble determining your laptop&#8217;s correct power adapter type. If you use this workaround, your laptop will not be able to use its full potential performance when running on battery power.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Gain a new AC power adapter or Laptop Charger<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you cannot determine your computer&#8217;s AC power adapter type, you may need a new AC adapter\/charger. Several factors: can cause this<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; A faulty AC adapter\/charger<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; A loose connection between the AC adapter\/charger and the computer<\/p>\n<p>&#8211; Damage to the AC adapter\/charger cable<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure what&#8217;s causing the problem, take your computer to a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Find a suitable DC power Jack and change it.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You may have noticed different adapters if you have a laptop with a DC power jack. Some are for AC power, while others are for DC power. So, which one should you use?<\/p>\n<p>The answer depends on what type of power jack your laptop has. You can use an AC or DC adapter if your laptop has a standard DC power jack. However, if your laptop has a special DC power jack, you will need to use the specific adapter made for that jack.<\/p>\n<p>You can usually find the information about what type of power jack your laptop has in the manual or on the manufacturer&#8217;s website. Once you know what kind of adapter you need, buy one compatible with your laptop&#8217;s voltage and current requirements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<h3><strong style=\"font-size: 20px;\">Disabling Power Warnings<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you&#8217;re getting power warnings, but your battery is usually charging, try tweaking the BIOS. You can disable the alarm permanently with a single change in settings. Every laptop has different power warnings, which you can disable by navigating to your computer&#8217;s BIOS.<\/p>\n<p>Disabling warnings does not mean the issue will go away. We are simply removing the notices for now.<\/p>\n<p>Hold down the SHIFT key and press the button &#8220;Power&#8221; until you see the BIOS options shown on a computer screen.<\/p>\n<p>When in the BIOS list, go to the &#8220;Advanced&#8221; tab and locate the option for &#8220;Adapter warnings.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Recheck AC power adapters if you cannot determine the AC adapter type. 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