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CPSCRecalled Nov 10, 2009 · #10706

Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard

Hazard

A plastic weld on the power adapters can fail and allow two parts to separate, exposing live electrical contacts. This poses a shock hazard to consumers.

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Description

This recall involves power adapters sold with IBM RDX removable back up hard disk drives. The data storage devices were sold with a power adapter that fits various country specific plugs. "Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd" is printed on the adapters. IBM and RDX are printed on the back up hard disk drives.

Product details

Product
Power Adapters with IBM RDX Back Up Hard Disk Drives
Type
Adapter/Power Supply/Charger/Battery
Manufacturer
Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co. Ltd., of Guang-Dong, China
Model numbers
UPCs
Sold at
IBM authorized distributors and resellers nationwide from January 2009 through July 2009 for between $330 and $760.
Made in
China

What you should do

Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapters and contact your IBM service provider to determine if their adaptor is involved in this recall. Consumers with the affected adapters will receive a free replacement adapter.

View the official CPSC notice