What power cable does this computer use?

[Robuck]

Hello,

I am completely new to collecting vintage computers. I just bought my first one (Yay!!!) and unfortunately, it doesn't come with a power cable. It is a Compaq LTE Elite 4/50CX Laptop, does anyone know what kind I should buy and where I should get it? Or maybe if you have an extra for some reason I could buy it from you? Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!
Mark J.H. Werner Robuck III

 

[krebizfan]

Do a search on Compaq LTE Elite and you will find a consolidated PDF containing information on the entire line.

The power cable carries a Compaq model number of 149710-001 which looks to be a fairly common two prong AC cable. No power brick or anything confusing. About $15 for one intended for Compaq. Works with all 5 models of 486 Compaq LTE Elite models covered in the PDF. Double check in case Compaq recycled the name for a different system.

 

[MikeS]

That's a fairly common cord (shaped like a figure eight, right?)

Looks like Staples might have one:

https://www.staples-3p.com/s7/is/image/Staples/m000509009_sc7?$std$

https://www.staples.com/laptop+power+cord/directory_laptop+power+cord

 

[Robuck]

Oh haha I have tons of those! I thought I was going to have to go on some crazy hunt for something that will cost me tons of money. Thank you!

 

[Robuck]

Thanks! I thought it was gonna be some crazy obscure one.