What will I need in order to charge my laptop in Germany? My laptop is a Dell and it's designed for U.S outlet
Do I need to get a specific adapter and converter? I don't want my laptop to fry! I know theres a voltage it can't pass or something like that.
Laptops & Notebooks - 7 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Notebooks are designed to work on all voltage scale, so all you need is to get yourself a travel adapter which can support the German power socket format. If you are still not sure, you can check the power brick that came with your Dell. It should have something like 'Input: 110-240V~' written somewhere on the label, or just give the Dell Support Line a call. See the link below.
2 :
You will need a power converter with plugins. Europe is on 220 and we of course on 120 v. I would imagine that they make a laptop charging adapter for the European market - don't know the cost. Could be cheaper to go to a department store (Radio Shack) and get the power transformer and plugins. All of Europe is on 220v - however the style of the plugs changes from country to country.
3 :
If you are going to be on a US military base you should not have to worry as from what I have heard the run 110V AC. If not make a trip to a luggage or travel store and you can purchase a power converter for Europe and Germany. Just make sure that the converter can handle the current required for your lap top.
4 :
All recent laptops have power supplies that are good from 100V to 240V, both 50 and 60Hz. So, all you need then is the plug pin converter from the USA flat to the European round pins. ~
5 :
Look on your laptop's power adapter and see if the maximum and minimum voltage range include Germany's voltage, 210-230 volts. If it does, and the plug is in the right shape, then you're in luck. Plug it in and it should charge. If it's not rated for germany, or the plug is not the right shape, go to your nearest electronic store (Sharper Image is a great one, I don't know if they have stores in Germany) and get a 220 to 120 volt converter. If the numbers are off by about ten, you'll live. Make sure it has a third prong. (Or, ask for a Germany power to US power converter) They should be able to help you. Hope this works, Cheese Lover Bob
6 :
Heinz has it right. It's not just the voltage but the cycles as well. Your power adapter should be rated 110V-240V and 50 60 cycles. You should, as he indicated, be fine with a plug converter. they are pretty inexpensive. Enjoy your trip I lived there for 3 years and Loved it
Read more discussions :
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Are Acer laptops made by germans! Or i mean made in germany
Are Acer laptops made by germans! Or i mean made in germany?
Ive spilled coke on it,i've dropped it twice,i've tripped on the wires and yanked them out numerous times.Nothing seems to hurt this thing.I've had compq,d-ll,hp...etc But for as cheap as this was,this is the best put together i've ever seen or owned !!Had it about 9 months now! Plus all the space it has,plus it downloads and uploads super fast etc.etc and all for around $350.00 new Does anyone else like these as much as i do??I'm not plugging them this is just an opinion on 'em. After i hook my hd widescreen to it the games are great to play !Also will find any internet connect its near...on and on....THANK-YOU GERMANY.Or is that ..DUNCA?.[i think]So who else has one??do you like it?
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
No. I have acer notebook and it cost 3000$
2 :
Acer is located in Taiwan. Nice products.
3 :
Yea Acer computers are developed by a company in Taiwan. They make some solid machines but what I find odd is that the Acer 'Essentio' brand in particular, is not listed anywhere on their website
Read more discussions :
Ive spilled coke on it,i've dropped it twice,i've tripped on the wires and yanked them out numerous times.Nothing seems to hurt this thing.I've had compq,d-ll,hp...etc But for as cheap as this was,this is the best put together i've ever seen or owned !!Had it about 9 months now! Plus all the space it has,plus it downloads and uploads super fast etc.etc and all for around $350.00 new Does anyone else like these as much as i do??I'm not plugging them this is just an opinion on 'em. After i hook my hd widescreen to it the games are great to play !Also will find any internet connect its near...on and on....THANK-YOU GERMANY.Or is that ..DUNCA?.[i think]So who else has one??do you like it?
Laptops & Notebooks - 3 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
No. I have acer notebook and it cost 3000$
2 :
Acer is located in Taiwan. Nice products.
3 :
Yea Acer computers are developed by a company in Taiwan. They make some solid machines but what I find odd is that the Acer 'Essentio' brand in particular, is not listed anywhere on their website
Read more discussions :
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Will I be able to connect my laptop in Germany
Will I be able to connect my laptop in Germany?
I was told the power plugs there are different than in the US.
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Yes, Europe uses a 220 volt system, you'll need to go to Radioshack and ask for a "220 to 110 converter"
2 :
Electricity in Germany is 230 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. If you travel to Germany with a device that does not accept 230 Volts at 50 Hertz, you will need a voltage converter. If your laptop plug has a different shape, you may need a plug adapter. Outlets in Germany generally accept 1 type of plug:Two round pins like show this pic http://treehouse.ofb.net/go/sites/all/modules/electric/outlet-type-b.png
3 :
Check your laptop; most of them are dual voltage, which means you would only need a plug adapter. If it's not dual voltage, you'll need a plug adapter and voltage converter (220-110).
4 :
You probably heard right. Power plug converters compatible with European and other Countries can be purchased at your local computer stores. best of luck
Read more discussions :
I was told the power plugs there are different than in the US.
Laptops & Notebooks - 4 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Yes, Europe uses a 220 volt system, you'll need to go to Radioshack and ask for a "220 to 110 converter"
2 :
Electricity in Germany is 230 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. If you travel to Germany with a device that does not accept 230 Volts at 50 Hertz, you will need a voltage converter. If your laptop plug has a different shape, you may need a plug adapter. Outlets in Germany generally accept 1 type of plug:Two round pins like show this pic http://treehouse.ofb.net/go/sites/all/modules/electric/outlet-type-b.png
3 :
Check your laptop; most of them are dual voltage, which means you would only need a plug adapter. If it's not dual voltage, you'll need a plug adapter and voltage converter (220-110).
4 :
You probably heard right. Power plug converters compatible with European and other Countries can be purchased at your local computer stores. best of luck
Read more discussions :
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Trying to connect home wireless to an ibm laptop used in Germany Can connect to network but no Internet found
Trying to connect home wireless to an ibm laptop used in Germany Can connect to network but no Internet found ?
Computer Networking - 1 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Lost in translation. Network (& Browser) is the vehicle, internet is the roadway. Internet service isn't usually free, missing provider access
Read more discussions :
Computer Networking - 1 Answers
Random Answers, Critics, Comments, Opinions :
1 :
Lost in translation. Network (& Browser) is the vehicle, internet is the roadway. Internet service isn't usually free, missing provider access
Read more discussions :
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)