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From: peggy@ddsw1.MCS.COM (Peggy Shambo)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.ibm.pc,rec.travel
Subject: Can I use my Compaq in the UK?
Keywords: Compaq, 240vDC/50 cycle vs 110vAC/60 cycle
Message-ID: <3526@ddsw1.MCS.COM>
Date: 27 May 89 12:38:46 GMT
Reply-To: peggy@ddsw1.MCS.COM (Peggy Shambo)
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I've got a Compaq Deskpro and am planning to emigrate to England in about 6
months.  Do I *need* to sell my machine before leaving, or can I take it
with me?  

One person told me that there might be a switch on the power supply, but
after taking the cover off and looking around, I couldn't find anything that
resembled a switch.  If there is a switch, where would one find it?  [Note:
the manuals that came with the machine, keep referring to AC power] 

It has also been suggested that I can get a power converter.  Can anyone
tell me about these?  Cost? Size? Availability?  RELIABILITY? [especially in
regards to using on a computer]

I guess I'd need a new modem, too (yes/no?)

Any and all help will be greatly appreciated.

Peggy


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Peg Shambo           | Anybody know of any IDMS/ADSO positions in
peggy@ddsw1.mcs.com  | the South of England? (London, Southampton,
		     | Portsmouth, Bournemouth would all be nice)