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Thread ID: 11266	2001-09-09 11:46:00	Taking a PC to the USA	Guest (0)	Press F1

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18497	2001-09-09 11:46:00	HI If I was moving to the USA and wanted to take my desktop PC what sort of problems could I have with power supply etc?? I know that they have a different voltage system , not 240 like us. So what changes would I have to make to the PC?? Would there be any other problems?? Would it be worth the hasle? Thanking you in advance	Guest (0)
18498	2001-09-09 12:06:00	If your lucky your power supply will either have a switch on the back, or do it automatically. If it doesn't have a switch, you could have a look on the supply itself to see if it automatically switches. Failing that, a new powersupply will cost ~NZ$80 for a 250W. They are standard (as long as it isn't a horriable custom OEM one) so you will be able to get one in the US. Everything else you have that connects to the mains may be a problem, a 240 - 110v converter may be a possibility. I think your modem will be fine, except for a new cable. I remember a few years ago that all modems came with US style plugs, so I assume the US system is the same voltage etc as the NZ system.	Guest (0)
18499	2001-09-09 20:22:00	Hi Megan, A friend recently moved here from usa & bought his Pc with him & he had no probs converting from 110v to 240v (just changed the little red switch on power supply). Most modern monitors will run on 110v & 240v,to check your monitor have a look at the bac $ it should say something like 'Rating AC 100-240v' Only thing you may have problems with as bm suggested would be those little power packs used for external modems , speakers, printers & speakers. EG: my hp deskjet 810c will run on 110v or 240v according to the power pack but my scanner power pack is 240v only. cheers steve	Guest (0)
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