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    USA to UK Conversion

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by danboss69, Dec 7, 2009.

  1. danboss69

    danboss69 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Product Name 	dv 8t
US Model Number 	dv 8t
Microprocessor 	Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-720QM Processor (1.6GHz, 6MB L2 Cache, 1333MHz FSB)
Microprocessor Cache 	6MB L2 Cache/1333MHz FSB
Memory 	4GB DDR3 System Memory
Memory Max 	
Video Graphics 	1GB Nvidia GeForce GT 230M
Video Memory 	

Hard Drive
	320GB/7200RPM SATA Hard Drive

Multimedia Drive 
	Blu-Ray/ Super Multi 8X DVD±R/RW with Double Layer Support
Display 	18.4" WUXGA Diagonal  High-Definition Ultra BrightView / Infinity Widescreen (1920x1080p)
Fax/Modem 	N/A
Network Card 	Integrated 10/100BASE-T Ethernet LAN (RJ-45 connector)
Wireless Connectivity 	Intel(R) Next-Gen Wireless -N Mini-card
Multimedia Features 	HP Imprint + Webcam+Fingerprint + Microphone
Sound 	Altec Lansing (4 panel mounted and 1 sub-woofer)
Keyboard 	Full Size Keyboard

Notebook keyboard with scroll bar and integrated numeric keypad

Pointing Device 	Touch Pad with On/Off button and dedicated vertical scroll Up/Down pad
PC Card Slots 	

    * 1 ExpressCard/54 Slot (also supports ExpressCard/34) 

External Ports 	

    * 4 USB 2.0 ports
    * RJ45 Ethernet port (10/100/1000)
    * 1 IEEE 1394 Firewire Port
    * eSATA port
    * HDMI 1.3 external port
    * VGA
    * 5-in-1 removable memory card reader

Dimensions 	16.69" (L) X 11.9" (W) X 1.21" (MiX H)
Weight 	More Than 7.8bs
Security 	

    * Kensington® MicroSaver lock slot
    * Power-on password
    * Accepts 3rd party security lock devices 

Power 	

    * 90W AC Adapter
    * 8-Cell Lithium-Ion battery
    I am considering purchasing this laptop but from an American seller. What would I need to make the power compatible with the sockets in the UK?
     
    danboss69, Dec 7, 2009
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  2. Serg

    Serg Nowhere - Everywhere

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    dtwn C'thulhu fhtagn

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    dtwn, Dec 7, 2009
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  4. Tinderbox (UK)

    Tinderbox (UK) BAKED BEAN KING

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    All notebook psu are multi-voltage , though you will need a us to uk power plug adaptor.

    also make cetain that the warrenty is valid in the uk
     
    Tinderbox (UK), Dec 7, 2009
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  5. danboss69

    danboss69 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thank you very much folks. You've made me very happy because I will save over £300 by using the American seller!

    xx
     
    danboss69, Dec 7, 2009
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    sean473 Notebook Prophet

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    it should work... u might need a new adapter.. good idea u have... i should do so too... my new laptop might save me 1K pounds....
     
    sean473, Dec 8, 2009
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  7. Serg

    Serg Nowhere - Everywhere

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    No problem. Good luck with your purchase, and enjoy your new laptop!

    Is there anything else we can help you with?
     
    Serg, Dec 8, 2009
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  8. newsposter

    newsposter Notebook Virtuoso

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    you'll just need a mains cable with a UK plug on the end. Probably cost you all of £3.
     
    newsposter, Dec 8, 2009
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  9. dtwn

    dtwn C'thulhu fhtagn

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    Don't forget about warranty issues as well, but that's the HPs come with a 1 year global warranty, so you should be good for the first year.
     
    dtwn, Dec 8, 2009
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  10. Evoss-X

    Evoss-X Notebook Deity

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    exactly true
    that was few years ago that electronic producers was making power supplies
    just only 110 volts and 230 volts ..
    now all adaptors are produced 100V ~ 240V
     
    Evoss-X, Dec 8, 2009
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  11. BaldwinHillsTrojan

    BaldwinHillsTrojan Notebook Evangelist

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    u just need to buy a new chord. that's it.
     
    BaldwinHillsTrojan, Dec 9, 2009
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