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From: satch@engin.umich.edu (SATYANARAYAN CHADA)
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Subject: NeXT computers in Japan
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Date: 1 May 91 03:24:02 GMT
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Greetings -

I think that this is probably a very unusual request but these
are unusual circumstances. 

I am graduating this term and I am thinking about taking advantage
of buying a NeXT computer at discounted prices.  The problem is that
I will be in Japan for the next few years. So, I have some questions
about using the machine in Japan.

(1)  Can I use the machine in Japan? Is it a simple matter of plug-&-play
     or will need some special adaptors?

(2)  What type of hassles will I need to go through to get this machine
     through Japanese customs?

(3)  Where can I get support for this machine in Japan (Tokyo)?  
    
(4)  Just as an aside, how do the prices compare in Japan vs. the US?
     Does Canon offer any special incentives to students as most of the
     vendors in the states?

(5)  How are the sales of NeXTs in Japan?  I am sure that the lack of
     kanji support must be an hinderance.

(6)  Are there any other questions that I should be asking ?

Thanks in advance.

---Satch