Where can I find a European power adapter?
I'm leaving for france Next tuesday. (June12) and I will need to be plug in my Laptop,camera, cell phone at the hotel.. I know that the plugs there are totally different. So where can I get one fast.. I will be staying at a Hilton in Paris. Do you think they will have it at the hotel?
Other - Europe - 5 Answers
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Answer 1 :
The hotel will be happy to lend them to you free of charge. However you can probably find them at a luggage store in your local mall. If you really don't want to take a chance you can buy them on line at www.magellans.com and pay extra for overnight shipping.
Answer 2 :
You will find them in the shops at the airports. Sears, AAA,CAA. If the hotel does not have them there is a large shopping mall in the centre of Paris.
Answer 3 :
the internet is a wonderful place to find out.......O.O.
Answer 4 :
The hotel might have some at the front desk to lend to guests, but during the summer months they are probably very busy and might have all of the adapters lent out. If you just need a plug adapter and not a current converter, you can get a cheap one at Radio Shack. It's lightweight and compact and has slide-out prongs for countries all over the world. Walmart also sells them. You can buy them in the airport, but they're usually more expensive there. $9.00, ships in 1-2 business days: http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102419&cp=2032056.2032136.2032156&allCount=20&fbn=Converter%2FNo&f=PAD%2FPower+Converter%2FNo&fbc=1&parentPage=family
Answer 5 :
Not really an answer to your question, but how about sending us some pics of your holiday or a video.?
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Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Voltage converter question in France?
voltage converter question in France?
I have a Powerline global power converter and I used it to plug into an outlet here in Paris to power my laptop. I put the switch on 50 watts and after about 15 minutes it got pretty hot and started to smell. Is something wrong with the converter? thank you Bradley!!! I didnt think to do that but I tried it and it worked. I can now keep the laptop powered for our stay.
Engineering - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
The source voltage is not a correct match with your converter. Its drawing more current then designed specifications.
Answer 2 :
I'm always leery about using this type of device with a switching computer type power supply. More than likely the laptop's power supply is presenting an inductive load to the converter that it can't handle. One suggestion, check the laptop's power supply - most are these little rectangular plastic blocks - and many will operate from 100 - 240V If you see something like input: 100v - 240v - then you don't need the converter - the laptop's power supply will handle the French power directly - others have a switch to allow youse the 220 volt from European outlets directly - you may just need to use one of the adapters that came with your converter. be careful - good luck.
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I have a Powerline global power converter and I used it to plug into an outlet here in Paris to power my laptop. I put the switch on 50 watts and after about 15 minutes it got pretty hot and started to smell. Is something wrong with the converter? thank you Bradley!!! I didnt think to do that but I tried it and it worked. I can now keep the laptop powered for our stay.
Engineering - 2 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
The source voltage is not a correct match with your converter. Its drawing more current then designed specifications.
Answer 2 :
I'm always leery about using this type of device with a switching computer type power supply. More than likely the laptop's power supply is presenting an inductive load to the converter that it can't handle. One suggestion, check the laptop's power supply - most are these little rectangular plastic blocks - and many will operate from 100 - 240V If you see something like input: 100v - 240v - then you don't need the converter - the laptop's power supply will handle the French power directly - others have a switch to allow youse the 220 volt from European outlets directly - you may just need to use one of the adapters that came with your converter. be careful - good luck.
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Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Laptop still under warranty?
Laptop still under warranty?
I bought my lap top in France. Its a Packard Bell. The DVD drive has never worked properly. Do I need to go back to France to get it fixed? I am in the UK.
PDAs & Handhelds - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Call them, they may have an authorized dealler in your area. If it will cost your more to ship it there than to repair it in the UK, go for the cheaper option.
Answer 2 :
Packard Bell offers service throughout Europe. I would look on their U.K. support Web site: http://support.packardbell.com/uk/
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I bought my lap top in France. Its a Packard Bell. The DVD drive has never worked properly. Do I need to go back to France to get it fixed? I am in the UK.
PDAs & Handhelds - 2 Answers
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Answer 1 :
Call them, they may have an authorized dealler in your area. If it will cost your more to ship it there than to repair it in the UK, go for the cheaper option.
Answer 2 :
Packard Bell offers service throughout Europe. I would look on their U.K. support Web site: http://support.packardbell.com/uk/
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Thursday, December 1, 2011
Apple laptop in Europe??
Apple laptop in Europe???????
I have the new black apple laptop and have a trip to both France and Spain in July. It says on the charger box thing: AC 100-240 v 50-60Hz 1.5A output 16.5v. Now my question is....can I simply plug this into a socket without shorting the cord and/or my laptop?
Laptops & Notebooks - 5 Answers
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Answer 1 :
the plugs are different from the states
Answer 2 :
France and Spain have the same outlets. you need nothing else than a plug converter US-European. you can get it in every electronics store. the voltage in Europe is 230V/50Hz so you can use your charger without a problem.
Answer 3 :
you first need to get the outlet adapters for france and spain. (the shape) You dont need a converter unless the voltage is hight than the 240 limit. Your MacBook will be safe. I used it in China where it is 220 volts!!! Only warning is that the adapter will get hot, but dont worry about it frying up.
Answer 4 :
Your laptop will operate PERFECTLY on the European voltage and frequency (220~240 VAC @50Hz). You should go to a travel store and get a plug adapter only, you won't need a bulky transformer. Your wireless Internet should also work if you're in proximity to a wireless hub.
Answer 5 :
Try radio shack for adapters.
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I have the new black apple laptop and have a trip to both France and Spain in July. It says on the charger box thing: AC 100-240 v 50-60Hz 1.5A output 16.5v. Now my question is....can I simply plug this into a socket without shorting the cord and/or my laptop?
Laptops & Notebooks - 5 Answers
People's Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
Answer 1 :
the plugs are different from the states
Answer 2 :
France and Spain have the same outlets. you need nothing else than a plug converter US-European. you can get it in every electronics store. the voltage in Europe is 230V/50Hz so you can use your charger without a problem.
Answer 3 :
you first need to get the outlet adapters for france and spain. (the shape) You dont need a converter unless the voltage is hight than the 240 limit. Your MacBook will be safe. I used it in China where it is 220 volts!!! Only warning is that the adapter will get hot, but dont worry about it frying up.
Answer 4 :
Your laptop will operate PERFECTLY on the European voltage and frequency (220~240 VAC @50Hz). You should go to a travel store and get a plug adapter only, you won't need a bulky transformer. Your wireless Internet should also work if you're in proximity to a wireless hub.
Answer 5 :
Try radio shack for adapters.
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