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Taking computers, monitors, etc overseas

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Hey Guys,

In 3 short weeks I am moving to Europe for college(3 years), I am going for a computer engineering degree so naturally I want to bring all my computers with me. Despite the fact that it's going to be a huge hassle bringing them over, I also need to figure out what to do for the plugs. I know that in Denmark the voltage is 230 volt outlets with the C + K format. For desktops there's a switch on the back right to change it right? What about for monitors though? and laptops, do I need to get a whole new AC adapter or just a plug converter?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks Guys,

Dane
 
Look on the back of the monitor. If you see something like "AC 100-240V", it means that it can use any voltage in that range. So, you will only need a plug adapter then. The same goes for the laptop adapter.
But, if the input voltage range is only 100-130V or something like that, you cannot use it like that.

Before taking all of the equipment, do some research on customs and duty regulations and restrictions on what can be imported into the country, cost of buying the equipment over there instead, cost of shipping.
Also consider the possibility of damage during transportation.
 
As said, look if the equipment can accept 230VAC. You can use new powercords with PSUs and laptop adapters, though a plug adapter may work too. When I was in Canada I found those plug adapters to be a bit of a hassle, though. I can't imagine using them for 3 years in a row. Powercords aren't that expensive anyway, for PCs at least you may find someone who has a bunch of them lying around unused (like me). Modern PSUs will also switch between input voltages automatically, just so that you know.

In short, check accepted input voltages on equipment. Use plug adapters until you can get native powercords :)
 
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