Using my American laptop onverseas.

[Blitzkreig75]

I'm planning a trip to England in late Febuary. I understand that Europe uses different power than the US? What would I need to plug my laptop in so I can charge my battery?

I've got the AC adapter that came with it, but I'm gonna guess that won't work over there.

[nemowolf]

get a converter from Radio Shack ... most knowledgable salesmen in store should be able to advise you which one might be best suited.

Warning, they are typically not cheap so dont lose it or forget it in the hotel!

[Blitzkreig75]

Will something like these work?

http://about.pricegrabber.com/search...about_geurope&

[nemowolf]

http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...entPage=search

This kinda expensive. There are cheaper ones but you gotta watch out because they may only supply 30-40watts instead of the 90+ your AC adapter needs to properly charge.

[EXreaction]

When I went to Ireland I picked up a 45w adapter (which wouldn't be enough for most laptops) for about $15 USD.

Unless you know what kind of socket will be available (I don't know what they use in England, so I can't help you), you will probably have to wait until you go over there. I'd expect to spend around $30 USD for an adapter that is powerful enough for a laptop (make sure to check the wattage your adapter uses before you look for a converter).

[nemowolf]

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Originally Posted by Blitzkreig75

Will something like these work?

http://about.pricegrabber.com/search...about_geurope&

Like Ex said, the connection may vary. I know that most of europe is standardized but england wants to stand out from the rest of europe and they dont always follow the rules. Buying one there may be a good option ...


Just a thought, are you traveling for business or pleasure?

[bombledmonk]

Most laptop power supplies will be rated for 100-240V at 50-60Hz. If that is the case with yours all you need is a simple plug format pass through which are cheap and not too hard to find. No power conversion would be neccessary. Anything else might need a full blown power conversion device.

[outlaw2001it]

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Originally Posted by bombledmonk

Most laptop power supplies will be rated for 100-240V at 50-60Hz. If that is the case with yours all you need is a simple plug format pass through which are cheap and not too hard to find. No power conversion would be neccessary. Anything else might need a full blown power conversion device.

Good call. Check the adapter on your power supply for the correct voltage/hertz. If you need anything such as a converter or adapter plug get it before going to the UK...it's going to be at least triple the price from the U.S..
Radio Shack, or any electronic store would be your best bet, and they will be able to help you out for the correct plug, or check out this link for suggestions: http://www.dcacpowerinverters.com/plug_adapters.html

[MrRatt]

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Originally Posted by bombledmonk

Most laptop power supplies will be rated for 100-240V at 50-60Hz. If that is the case with yours all you need is a simple plug format pass through which are cheap and not too hard to find. No power conversion would be neccessary. Anything else might need a full blown power conversion device.

as bombledmonk said, if thats the case, you need one of these
Here

[Blitzkreig75]

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Originally Posted by nemowolf

Just a thought, are you traveling for business or pleasure?

I'm planning to go there and see Tanya Donnelly perform at three venues on Feb. 26-28. I've loved her music for years and that is her in my avatar here at TIMO.

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Originally Posted by nemowolf

this kind of expensive