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 :
You only need an adapter for a laptop. Your laptop will automatically convert and if you use a converter in addition your laptop will probably fry. My cousin attempted to use a converter with her laptop and it started smoking. I studied abroad over there for a semester and everyone in my group just used the adapter and we were fine. You just need a western EU adapter for France because most of Europe uses the same thing now. Unless you have a mac. They sell special adapter's on their website for those computers. If you plan on using any other plug-in item, bring the converter.
Answer 2 :
You'll only need a "Type E" French 2-pin electrical adapter plug. Most travel adapters for use in Europe should be able to handle French sockets. The laptop's A/C adapter should do the rest, so there's no need for a special converter. To be on the safe side, check if the adapter's input range is up to 220/240V (usually printed on a sticker on the adapter).
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