Do I need power adaptor or plug adaptor for my laptop in France?
I heard that most U.S. laptops do not require a power adaptor for Europe. I just bought a Toshiba laptop and I am planning on taking it to France. Can someone (with technical experience, please!) tell me if this is safe? Also, where is the cheapest place to get a plug adaptor? Thanks in advance.
Laptops & Notebooks - 1 Answers
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The AC-DC brick of your laptop is likely compatible internationally. This is done so that the manufacturer saves money by only having to make and stock one product. Check to make sure that the adapter says Input: 100-240V, 50/60Hz. If it does, there is no problem electronically. You will, however, need an adapter to the French plugs. There are two types, but the most useful and most common is the Europlug. Unsurprisingly, it works in pretty much every continental European country (careful, so NOT the UK). The Europlug will also fit into the other type of socket that is used in France. You do not need a voltage converter for most DC-powered devices (AC-DC converters, power bricks, phone chargers, battery chargers), but again check for 100-250V, 50/60Hz labeling. Using USA equipment not labeled for 250V is a safety hazard! The USA-Europlug adapter is available for US$2.00 at http://www.allelectronics.com/make-a-store/item/AP-EU/USA-TO-EURO-PLUG-ADAPTER/-/1.html . The Europlug is terribly convenient and mine gets a workout about once a year.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Can a US laptop works in France without any issues?
Can a US laptop works in France without any issues?
I am going to live in France for a while. I have a Toshiba that I purchased in the US. Will my laptop works in France? I know that the electricity voltage is different there as well as the power supply plug(different head) Thanks
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yes but you will need to get a 230v power adapter other than that it should work fine.
Answer 2 :
Yes as long as you have the correct power converter
Answer 3 :
Yes
I am going to live in France for a while. I have a Toshiba that I purchased in the US. Will my laptop works in France? I know that the electricity voltage is different there as well as the power supply plug(different head) Thanks
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
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Answer 1 :
yes but you will need to get a 230v power adapter other than that it should work fine.
Answer 2 :
Yes as long as you have the correct power converter
Answer 3 :
Yes
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
What type of converter/adaptor plug kit do I need for a laptop computer in France?
What type of converter/adaptor plug kit do I need for a laptop computer in France?
I'm wanting to bring my laptop on my trip to Paris France and I'm a little confused about the Converter/Adaptor Plug Kit for overseas travel. The ones I see are a 1600 watt converter and says good for small appliances. Will these work for a laptop (it's a gateway tablet laptop) or do I need some thing else, and if I need some thing else where do I find it??? Thanks all for your help!!!!!
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Answer 1 :
Go here http://www.travel-images.com/electric-plugs.html You probably do not need a power converter, just a plug adapter. Most laptop power supplies will work with 110 and 220. Some have a switch. BE VERY SURE so you don't blow it up.
Answer 2 :
Theres information on french plug at whatplug.net website it says the following and on the site there is a picture of the plug type France 230 V 50 Hz Type E hope this is of use
Answer 3 :
I've used a laptop in France with just a travel plug. Most power supplies can cope with the variations. You really shouldn't need a convertor unless you also need it for something else. Even so, I'd just run from French mains.
I'm wanting to bring my laptop on my trip to Paris France and I'm a little confused about the Converter/Adaptor Plug Kit for overseas travel. The ones I see are a 1600 watt converter and says good for small appliances. Will these work for a laptop (it's a gateway tablet laptop) or do I need some thing else, and if I need some thing else where do I find it??? Thanks all for your help!!!!!
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Go here http://www.travel-images.com/electric-plugs.html You probably do not need a power converter, just a plug adapter. Most laptop power supplies will work with 110 and 220. Some have a switch. BE VERY SURE so you don't blow it up.
Answer 2 :
Theres information on french plug at whatplug.net website it says the following and on the site there is a picture of the plug type France 230 V 50 Hz Type E hope this is of use
Answer 3 :
I've used a laptop in France with just a travel plug. Most power supplies can cope with the variations. You really shouldn't need a convertor unless you also need it for something else. Even so, I'd just run from French mains.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Buying a laptop in France when I live in America?
Buying a laptop in France when I live in America?
Well technically I'm not in America; the Caribbean, but we use the same current as America (I just thought that would be too long to put in the question section) So if I bought a laptop in France, could I use it where I live? Or I shouldn't bother? Thanks.
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You can use anywhere you live
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You can use the laptop anywhere. The issue would be the plug. Also, I know with DVD players they only play dvds from that region (I think there are 12 regions.... Not quite sure), I am not sure if that carries over to computer dvd players. You might also have everything in French and if you want to convert it you would need to see if the laptop would do that. If you are trying to learn or are already fluent in French, that might not be an issue. Best bet would be to purchase one where you live. If there are any issues with it, you can take it back, get it repaired with relatively few problems compared to that of purchasing in a different country.
Answer 3 :
you might need a power adapter for proper electrical current.
Well technically I'm not in America; the Caribbean, but we use the same current as America (I just thought that would be too long to put in the question section) So if I bought a laptop in France, could I use it where I live? Or I shouldn't bother? Thanks.
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
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Answer 1 :
You can use anywhere you live
Answer 2 :
You can use the laptop anywhere. The issue would be the plug. Also, I know with DVD players they only play dvds from that region (I think there are 12 regions.... Not quite sure), I am not sure if that carries over to computer dvd players. You might also have everything in French and if you want to convert it you would need to see if the laptop would do that. If you are trying to learn or are already fluent in French, that might not be an issue. Best bet would be to purchase one where you live. If there are any issues with it, you can take it back, get it repaired with relatively few problems compared to that of purchasing in a different country.
Answer 3 :
you might need a power adapter for proper electrical current.
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