What do I need to use an American laptop in Europe?
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
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Answer 1 :
just a plug converter. u do not likely even a power/electric converter as just about all modern laptops automatically do that. you will also likely need to learn how to create different characters, such as £ or €, or different letters if not in the UK
Answer 2 :
Best Buy has a kit for travlers, it has power plug adapters, this will allow you to plug in your laptop AC adaper in any contry. The power plugs in each contry in Europe are all different, it seems as each contry has thier own style or design (not realy but there are about ten different styles!.) Remember your laptop was made to accept a wide range of voltages, your hair dryer isn't! Have a good trip!!
Answer 3 :
first you need to check what your voltage is on the box/adapter [of the laptops power cable]... if it says 100v-240v, then all u need is an adapter. [most laptops are dual voltage anyway] adapter meaning [from plug type a/b to any of ther other types depending on country travelling to ] heres a guide http://www.travel-images.com/electric-plugs.html if it's only 100-120v then you need to get a transformer/converter. they cost in between $20+ depending on the output of the converter and how many plugs there are. [20+ pounds/euros depending on where u purchase from] keep in mind though the exchange rate as of now is close to 2.10 USD per 1 GBP. thats alot to me!!
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