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Jjames610
Aspirant
Aug 30, 2021

RBS40 power adapter physical specification

I want to extend the power adapter that came with the RBS40 but am at a loss with the exact size of the plug.  I thought it was a 2.1x5.5 mm male plug but I've order two different ones on AMAZON and ...
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CrimpOn
Guru - Experienced User
Aug 30, 2021

He has a power adapter. What he wants is an extension cord on the 12v side so the satellite can be placed farther from the electrical outlet while the adapter remains plugged into the outlet.

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Jjames610
Aspirant
Aug 30, 2021

That's correct.  I want to put the 

RBS40 up on a high shelf and need to extend the 12 v side.  I bought (2) 2.1x5.5 extensions but neither will plug in the router.

 

Joe

  • CrimpOn's avatar
    CrimpOn
    Guru - Experienced User
    Aug 30, 2021

    time to get out a micrometer and measure the plug?

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      Jjames610
      Aspirant
      Aug 31, 2021

      I thought it was going to be simple.  Someone out there had bought an extension that worked but I guess I was wrong.  Back to the drawing board;-)

       

      Joe

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        FURRYe38
        Guru - Experienced User
        Aug 31, 2021

        You can't use a 110v power extension cord?