recently acquired a Dell Latitude D520 computer without a power supply. Is this the socket for it?

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Need a computer that runs XP as some specialised software I need wont run on anything more recent. Bought an old Dell Latitude D520 but it came without a power supply.  It doesn't appear to have a conventional power input. There are 3 sockets as candidates - which is the correct one (& what are the others for?)
The most likely looking one has 5 female connections & is about 6mm in diameter

Master Of Puppets · Accepted Answer

Not to sound rude, but without a picture, it is impossible to tell just by your description.

Instead of just guessing and assuming, look at the user's guide from here: https://www.dell.com/support/home/us/en/04/product-support/product/latitude-d520/docs

On page 5, you'll find the section "Back view". Look for #7: AC Adapter connector.

Just Wondering0001 · Answer

Hi.  Just look on this link & find one that lists the right model laptop, & tells You the Dell part name also ... PA## usually.

https://www.amazon.com/s?k=power+supply+latitude+d520&ref=nb_sb_noss

Looks like You can get one for as low as about $12.50(US).

G'Luck!!!

Spock (rhp) · Answer

google for power supply cord, using the exact model number.

Shadow · Answer

Your best bet would be to get a universal power supply that comes with a bunch of different connectors. Being a Dell laptop, it might not allow the battery to charge without the original power supply but it will still turn on and work.

fuzzy · Answer

My confusion arises because it's in the right place according to the manual but is described as an AC input & looks to have 5 pins. Attaching a photo.

Norm F · Answer

If you are talking about a power adapter you need a 19.5V output one.This is a standard Jack plug, all conventional and obtainable on Ebay.

recently acquired a Dell Latitude D520 computer without a power supply. Is this the socket for it?

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