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Old 09-20-2006, 10:30 PM
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hanknmorgan
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Default Can I run my DC charger off my Computer?

Quick question here. I just ordered an ICE charger, but I dont have a power supply. I was wondering if anyone has ever run their charger off their computer. I have a custom built PC that I built about 2 years and my power suppy is overkill for the system. It puts our 400w and 17 amps at 12v and I dont have anything special running on it to use much power. I also have several unused supply leads from the power supply and was wondering if I could just hook up to one to supply DC power to my charger. It seems logical to me if the power supply has the extra capacity. 12v DC is 12v DC correct?

I may be way off base here, but it seems like it should work to me. Thanks.
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