Tuesday, April 28, 2009

What are the power converter requirements to use my laptop in Europe?

What are the power converter requirements to use my laptop in Europe?
Dell D410. Going to Czech Republic, France, and Spain. I've read various things on the Internet. Some say to use a converter, some say don't. And I cannot find anything on the Dell site that answers the question. Have you done this? If so, what is the safest, easiest way? Thanks for the answer. Somebody here suggested I chat with Dell online. They gave me the answer. (No converter needed, just an adapter.)
Laptops & Notebooks - 1 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
Been to Europe 6 years. The normal power situation is double.over there. 110 here, 220 there. Power converters or adapters are essential if your laptop doesn't have one. They are actually inexpensive and readily available over there.
Answer 2 :
bon voyage u'r notebook & power adapter are built to operate globally all u gotta get is a plug adapter kit, as below http://www.ciao.co.uk/APC_International_Notebook_Plug_Adapter_Kit_C6_3_Prong_Power_cable_kit__5634012 the reason being that the power plug / sockets in different countries are shaped different true voltage levels are different, but all u got to do is read the power adapter specifications which should read 100 - 250 volts input, 50 / 60 hz your output is constant 19.5 volts dc, irrespect of input voltage check it out & let me know ...

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Tuesday, April 14, 2009

How can I charge my American laptop in Europe ?

How can I charge my American laptop in Europe ?
By the way I will stay in Europe for a year, so this is long term I've got a compaq F500 and I own something like this http://www.brookstone.com/bs_assets/images/shop/large_300/223552_p.jpg
Other - Europe - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You are saying wich make Some new Toshiba only need a plug adapter. (transformer comes with the notebook) Otherwise just buy a voltage transformer at any electronic stores. cost is anywhere from $30 to $50
Answer 2 :
Get a power converter, they convert the 220 to 110. You can use this on all your american appliances.
Answer 3 :
Check it it might be dual powered then all you have to do is switch the switch from 110 to 220 (you might not need to do that) and buy an adapter for the country you'll be in. Otherwise you'll have to buy a power converter.
Answer 4 :
You most likely will need nothing more than a plug adaptor, almost all laptops will accept 100V-240V 50-60Hz input and will convert the input voltage to the correct output voltage for your laptop automatically. Just check the "little box" on your adaptor/converter cord, if it says 100-240V 50-60Hz input, you're ready to go except for any plug adaptor you may need for the country you're going to, you can check that on this website: http://www.kropla.com/electric2.htm

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Tuesday, April 7, 2009

I want to take my laptop to Europe Will my laptop work there since there volt is 220 and in Canada it's 110?

I want to take my laptop to Europe Will my laptop work there since there volt is 220 and in Canada it's 110?
Is there anything that I can purchase for my laptop to be compatible if I can take it to Europe? Or I just shouldn't bother at all taking it with me.
Laptops & Notebooks - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Sure. Most all laptops have a dual-voltage power supply (just look on the bottom). You'll need a set of country-specific plug adapters (about $20) but that's it. Been there, done that many times.
Answer 2 :
Check the manual, and then buy an adapter for the wall outlet, that fits in european walls.

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Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Is a power surge protecter necessary to use a laptop in Europe?

Is a power surge protecter necessary to use a laptop in Europe?
I don't need a voltage converter because my laptop works with 100-240 volt. I also already bought an adapter but do i need a power surge protecter? or would it work fine without it? i'm leaving in 6 days so i'd appreciate answers asap & don't just guess.
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
y would u need one?
Answer 2 :
It is not necessary but is always a good idea to protect against power surges.
Answer 3 :
Surge protectors will attempt to level out spikes and surges. Surges, unlike spikes (short peak voltage lasting under 1 second) are longer lived increases in voltage which can blow out your computer, the charging circuit or both........ It would be wise to pack one or buy one when you get there since it would be difficult to find a Euro based surge protector in the US......but definitely get one for the time you are away and gift it to someone before you leave to come back.
Answer 4 :
Do they have the the power surge thingy in the stores in the airport?

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