[SOLVED] USB-C - power cable into data port

[guymarshall]

I have an Acer Chromebook Spin 11 which has a USB-C charging port, along with a USB-C data port. What happens if the power cable is accidentally plugged into the USB-C data port? Will it permanently damage the laptop or are there safety measures included to prevent damage?

Thanks in advance

 

[Chaingunchris]

It will be fine. All modern laptops and modern machines have overvoltage protection.

 

[guymarshall]

It will be fine. All modern laptops and modern machines have overvoltage protection.

Thanks for the quick reply!

Okay that's a massive weight off my shoulders!

Thanks

 

[Chaingunchris]

Thanks for the quick reply!

Okay that's a massive weight off my shoulders!

Thanks

No problem. A lot of manufacturers have to have that nowadays. How do you think Apple protects their product from the idiots that plug-in 4 USB C chargers into the new MacBook? It’s essential in today’s Tech industry. If I use all the ports to charge it will charge faster 😛 LOL