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By the way, if it DOES NOT say anything about 220/50Hz, then DO NOT try it. &nbsp;If the unit it not designed to handle 220V you will end up with SMOKE!!!<br />
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Again though, most computer equipment of this type is dual voltage designed.
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By the way, if it DOES NOT say anything about 220/50Hz, then DO NOT try it.  If the unit it not designed to handle 220V you will end up with SMOKE!!!

Again though, most computer equipment of this type is dual voltage designed.

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Don't forget you'll also need a phone cord adapter if you intend to use your modem while away.
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Don't forget you'll also need a phone cord adapter if you intend to use your modem while away.

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Thanks jhance, exactly what I needed to know. &nbsp;<br />
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Also thanks to Roadwarrior for the comment about the modem adapter, this won't be a problem as I'll be plugging in to a LAN on-site for 'net access. &nbsp;
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Thanks jhance, exactly what I needed to know.  

Also thanks to Roadwarrior for the comment about the modem adapter, this won't be a problem as I'll be plugging in to a LAN on-site for 'net access.  

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I'll be heading to France soon and need to know whether I need any special power adapter for my laptop.<br />
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I recently got a high-end COMPAQ laptop, and was told that the power adapter can automatically adjust to the 220 - 240 volt power utilized in much of Europe.<br />
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Can anyone confirm that this is the case? &nbsp;Or do I still need some other kind of adapter? &nbsp;The laptop is a Presario 1900.<br />
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I'll be heading to France soon and need to know whether I need any special power adapter for my laptop.

I recently got a high-end COMPAQ laptop, and was told that the power adapter can automatically adjust to the 220 - 240 volt power utilized in much of Europe.

Can anyone confirm that this is the case?  Or do I still need some other kind of adapter?  The laptop is a Presario 1900.



European Power

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