Will my US Gamecube 'step-down-converter' work with the US Xbox?

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  1. Feb 1, 2002 at 9:42 AM
    tk2001, Feb 1, 2002
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    I've just ordered an Xbox from dvdboxoffice.com and hopefully it will arrive today (was sent via DHL).

    However, I won't be able to play it straight away because I don't have an Xbox step-down-converter for it.

    Will my US Gamecube 'step-down-converter' work with the US Xbox?
     
    tk2001, Feb 1, 2002
  2. Feb 1, 2002 at 3:09 PM
    Gordon @ Convergent AV, Feb 1, 2002
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    XBOX has power consumption of 100va(watts) so you need a transformer rated at least that high to be safe

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  3. Feb 1, 2002 at 11:59 PM
    gizlaroc, Feb 1, 2002
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    I tried my xbox with a step down i had been using on my jap ps2 but it wasnt enough. didn't harm it, the xbox just cut out after about 30 secs.
    Had to use a bigger one to get it up and running.
     
    gizlaroc, Feb 1, 2002
  4. Feb 2, 2002 at 9:47 AM
    Gordon @ Convergent AV, Feb 2, 2002
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    Extended use with low power transformer can cause damage. I know of one person who caused a failure of the chopper ic in the power supply within the XBox by doing this. Microsoft won't supply the part in UK just now....Best to be on the safe side...

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  5. Feb 2, 2002 at 10:22 AM
    brattle, Feb 2, 2002
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    Aye, the price of 150 watt + stepdowns has dramatically increased at importers in recent weeks. Get at least a 150 watt if you are buying a new one.

    www.goblingames.co.uk are selling 300 watt stepdowns for £45 plus £6.99 for next day delivery. They're not advertised on the site, so email Carl at [email protected] . 300 watt may be overkill, but they have inputs for two consoles, which is nice.
     
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