[rec.travel] Can I use my Compaq in the UK?

peggy@ddsw1.MCS.COM (Peggy Shambo) (05/27/89)

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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peggy@ddsw1.mcs.com  | the South of England? (London, Southampton,
		     | Portsmouth, Bournemouth would all be nice)