Linear power supply for a router

Hi: I have an Asus XT8 router that uses a 19V 1.75A SMPS. Would it be Ok to use a 19V 4.7A linear power supply with it instead of the SMPS? Thanks in advance. Jeff

yoby02-26-2022 10:06am

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gregm Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,405 posts 02-26-2022 at 10:17am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete As you describe it, it should be fine. Presumably you want to stream music? I'd be curious to know if the PS change affects the sound
yoby OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 539 posts 02-26-2022 at 10:29am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Sorry, I miscalculated the amps. It's 5.26A. (the linear power supply is 100W)
gregm Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,405 posts 02-26-2022 at 10:51am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete As long as there is enough amperage to power the device you're fine.

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