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    Looking for adapter for study abroad trip to England

    Discussion in 'Alienware 14 and M14x' started by MSikes, May 18, 2013.

  1. MSikes

    MSikes Newbie

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    I am looking for an adapter for my AC Adapter for England. Does anyone know the specifics of what I need to do to continue using my Alienware in England/elsewhere in Europe (I'll be primarily in England, though)?

    Thanks
     
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  2. Kluchy

    Kluchy Notebook Geek

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    Are you looking for an adapter for your AC adapter that can be used in England?
     
    Kluchy, May 18, 2013
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    Yeah, sorry, I wasn't specific at all. I am looking for an AC adapter for my travels in England.
     
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  4. Kluchy

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    Something like this may suit your needs.
     
    Kluchy, May 18, 2013
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    Thanks. Do you know if I have to worry about the 220V sockets as opposed to the 110V in the US?
     
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    kefan777 Notebook Consultant

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    I use US charger that came with my laptop with £1 adapter, in the UK, like the one posted above. but $8.99 is way too much. item-wise, it's all you need.
     
    kefan777, May 18, 2013
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    You will need to make sure the adapter will step down the voltage to 110V otherwise your laptop will not like it. Seen it happen before with a mate buying an 360 from the states.

    I think some AC adapters do it automatically though
     
    lif3t4k3r, May 18, 2013
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    singkuy Notebook Consultant

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    I plug in my laptop at 220v. The standard m14x adapter says 110-240v if im not mistaken.
     
    singkuy, May 21, 2013
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  9. katalin_2003

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    Dell/Alienware chargers can be used worldwide (provided you have the correct plug).
    I personally take a couple these with me on my travels.
     
    katalin_2003, May 21, 2013
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