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Starlink power supply: which one fits your kit, and the official alternatives

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Each Starlink kit ships with its own power supply, and they aren't interchangeable. The Mini runs on 12–48V DC; Standard 4 X, Standard 4 and V5 kits use their own AC supplies. Replace a failed one with the exact Starlink part for your kit.

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Short answer: every Starlink kit comes with its own power supply, and you can’t swap one kit’s supply for another’s. The Starlink Mini runs on 12–48V DC (from its included supply, a 100W USB-C source or a vehicle outlet), while Standard 4 X, Standard 4 and V5 kits use their own mains AC supplies, so if yours fails, replace it with the Starlink part made for your exact kit.

Last checked: October 11, 2026.

Which power supply goes with which kit

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Starlink power supplies by kit
KitIncluded supplySupply input ratingOther ways Starlink documentsReplacement
Starlink MiniMini power supply (AC to DC barrel)100–240V ~1.6A (Mini spec sheet)12–48V DC input (60W rating); USB-C PD with Starlink’s Mini USB-C cable (needs 100W, 20V/5A); Starlink Mini Car Adapter in 12–24V outletsStarlink shop
Standard 4 X / Standard 4Standard power supply100–240V ~2.5A 50–60 Hz (Standard 4 X spec sheet; Standard 4 spec sheet)Starlink’s DC-DC Power Supply (12–48V DC input) is listed for Standard 4 X in the US shop; the AC/DC Advanced Power Supply is listed for Standard 4, Standard 4 X and Performance (Gen 3) (Starlink US shop; DC-DC Power Supply spec sheet). Check current prices in the shop.Starlink shop
V5V5 power supply (AC)Not listed on the V5 spec sheetNone documented; no DC option for V5Starlink shop
Standard Actuated (Gen 2) and olderPower comes through the routerNot listed in Starlink’s Standard Actuated specsNoneStarlink shop; see older Starlink models

The input rating on a supply is the most current it is built to draw from the wall, not how much power your dish uses. For average watts by model, see our Starlink power consumption guide.

How to tell which supply you have

Start with the dish: our kit comparison and older models guide help you identify it. Then check the label on the power supply itself; mains supplies normally print their input rating there. If the rating matches a row above, you’ve found your supply.

  1. The included supply. Plugs into the wall and feeds the Mini’s DC barrel input.
  2. USB-C. Starlink’s Mini USB-C cable (needs 100W, 20V/5A) connects the Mini to a USB-C Power Delivery source (Mini accessories guide). The spec sheet sets the minimum at 100W (20V/5A), and the Help Center adds that the Mini won’t work at 65W or lower (Starlink Help Center). Treat 100W on a single port as the requirement.
  3. Your vehicle. Starlink’s Mini Car Adapter works in 12–24V auxiliary outlets (Starlink Help Center). See our Mini car adapter guide.

The Mini’s DC input accepts 12–48V with a 60W rating (Mini spec sheet). For battery choices, runtimes and sizing, see every Starlink power guide, product and the calculator on our Starlink power hub.

These kits run from their AC supplies (Standard 4 X can also use Starlink’s DC-DC Power Supply, above; V5 has no DC option). Off the grid, that means an inverter or a power station with AC outlets; see Starlink backup power. Whether Starlink offers service in your country is a separate check: see the Starlink availability map.

Signs the supply may be the problem

If the dish shows no power or the app can’t find it, work through our troubleshooting guide before buying parts; it covers cable and power checks in order. A router reset won’t fix a dead supply.

Supply vs cable

The power supply and the dish cable are separate parts. A longer cable doesn’t need a different supply if it’s Starlink’s own; for lengths and the 45 m option, see our cable guide.

What not to do

  • Don’t use a generic adapter because the plug fits. Voltage, current and connector pinout all have to match. Starlink only guarantees performance with its own power supply and cables (Starlink Help Center).
  • Don’t swap supplies between kits. Each kit’s supply is made for that kit.
  • Don’t use a third-party PoE injector. Every Starlink kit is powered through its own supply and Starlink cable (on Gen 1 and Performance kits, Starlink’s supply sends power over the Starlink cable), and Starlink only guarantees performance with its own supply and cables (Starlink Help Center: cables; Starlink Help Center: performance guarantee).
  • Don’t leave indoor parts outside. Keep supplies and any USB-C ends out of the weather; only the connections Starlink rates for outdoor use belong outside.

Powering a Mini from USB-C or a car

These are third-party products, not made by Starlink, and not replacement power supplies. They’re USB-C sources for the Mini’s USB-C path.

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Car chargerAnker Nano Car Charger 167.5W, model A2737 (Amazon lists B2737) (third-party)
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Anker Nano Car Charger 167.5W, model A2737 (Amazon lists B2737) (third-party)

Car charger for Starlink Mini via its 100W USB-C1 port

Check the fitThird-party (not made by Starlink). Use USB-C1 (100 W) with Starlink's Mini USB-C cable (needs 100W, 20V/5A) for Starlink Mini; USB-C2 (45 W) won't run it. Check your 12 V socket's fuse rating.

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Power bankAnker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh, 165W (third-party)
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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh, 165W (third-party)

Short sessions with a Starlink Mini via a 100W USB-C port and Starlink's Mini USB-C cable (needs 100W, 20V/5A)

Check the fitEach USB-C is rated 20V/5A (100 W max); use one port alone with Starlink's Mini USB-C cable (needs 100W, 20V/5A). Anker doesn't state sustained 100 W for Starlink. Total output is shared across ports: keep other devices light while the Mini is plugged in.

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FAQ

Can a Starlink Mini run on 12V?

Yes. Its DC input accepts 12–48V (Mini spec sheet), and Starlink’s Mini Car Adapter works in 12–24V vehicle outlets.

Can I plug a Standard 4 or 4 X into 12V directly?

Not with the included supply, which is AC. For Standard 4 X, Starlink lists its DC-DC Power Supply (12–48V DC input) in the US shop; otherwise use an inverter or a power station with AC outlets.

Where do I buy a replacement?

From the Starlink shop, signed in to your account, so the part matches your kit. Check the current price there.

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