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- Bazzer - August 5, 2010
What's the best laptop for MacEnc, I have a newer MacBook pro, but it uses to much power and had no easy 12v Support. I have tried the Kensington 12 adaptor but it will not charge my Mac if it is running...
Thanks,
Barry
- FF44 - August 6, 2010
85W Mobile Power Adapter and Mikegyver solution work nice.
- Richard R - August 9, 2010
I have used a 12V power supply I bought from www.welovemacs.com/carcharger60w.html It works well and charges the battery on my MacBook Pro. So added to the two that FF44 mentioned, you have lots of choices.
- bobetter - August 11, 2010
If you are not locked into a laptop, I have had great success with Mac Minis and MacENC on boats.
.....and it seems that with a minimum of modification, the new Unibody Mini can be adapted for 12v operation. I have ordered one and will report back.
- bobetter - August 16, 2010
Success....see the Hardware thread