How long is the cord from the wall to the netbook?

The AC input cord is 3.3 feet (1 meter).

If I leave the adapter plugged in when I'm not using it does it waste energy?

This Rocketfish adapter meets EnergyStar and CEC IV energy requirements which means it is an energy-efficient product designed to conserve power. When the adapter is plugged in and not being used it draws less than 0.5W of power.

Specifications

Input voltage: 100 to 240 volts AC

Output power: 40 watts continuous power

Legal notices

FCC Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply within the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

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