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    What was the transition like?

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    Here's some info about laptops from Nick. A UK laptop will work because the power suppy will say something like 100-240 volts. It just switches automatically. The only problem is the plug. You can use a travel adapter plug, or get a new "figure of eight" cord (Nick's description) at radio shack, or as Nick did...cut the UK plug off the end and replace it with a US plug. If the laptop has a cord coming out of the laptop, then the brick thing, then another cord going to the mains, the part of the cord going to the mains pulls out of the brick and has a figure eight connector. That's the part he replaced on one of his laptops with a US version. Did the same thing with a Sony camera charger.

    On his desktop computer. He pulled all the bits out (drives, motherboard, cables, memory) and left the case in the UK and packed the bits. Then we went to Fry Electronics store and he bought a US case that had a power supply in it. Then he put all his computer bits in the new case and had his exact same computer but in a new case. Of course he's a computer guy, so it was easy for him...I might be challenged by assembling a computer. :blink:

    Quick question then, mine has the brick part it does say 100-240 volts, but it doesn't have a figure eight it has like a figure 8 but with 3 circles instead of two is it the same.

    What was the transition like?

    in United Kingdom

    Posted · Edited by DairyFarmer

    We're buying a converter for a few reasons including my laptop, but also for my Radio which is about 80 years old. It is an Original His Majesty's Voice (now known as HMV) it is the size of and doubles as a side board and some other items I shipped from Australia.

    The Say Anything Thread - Take 8

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    I have made dinner for housemates & myself. Slow-cooked Beef with Sweet Potato Mash, its a recipe I first made when still home is Aus. We have a really good core range of cooking magazines. Found this site it references the recipes from them all.

    So many great options.

    http://www.taste.com.au/recipes/16948/slow...eet+potato+mash

    looks good :thumbs:

    you're such a good friend! I need to move in with someone who cooks :P

    I bought a turkey breast to roast today. Going to make some mash or roast potatoes and a few veggies.

    Would you would enjoy other people cooking for you? I seem to recall someone saying they were very particular??? hhmmmmmmm :P

    The 2009 United Kingdom Interview Thread!

    in United Kingdom

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    Long story short.....

    I need to get a joint sponsor, even though we have enough assets! The tax return for 2006 was a little short. So as a result I have to send the required documents, along with my passport to the Embassy (asap of course ) and they will then issue the visa. Hey-Ho! Story of my visa journey! I have not feelings anymore with regards to the whole process - it's all been a long up hill struggle and I shouldn't have thought any different of today.

    So...since arriving back from the Embassy I have been on the phone having a 3 way convo, and my Father-in-law to be has overnighted (Fed-ex) me a I-134 - which should be here very soon.

    To top it all I'm sick and I REALLY need a drink. :dead: Shaz is more upset than me. :crying:

    I'm so sorry to hear that. Its good news though really. Get the docs & your passport to them and you get your visa right?

    So Congratulations. Happy for you.

    What was the transition like?

    in United Kingdom

    Posted · Edited by DairyFarmer

    There are a few options available to you to use you 240/250 items (like ones from the UK) in the US where the items they use and their power system are 110/120.

    My Parents are moved all over the world (Mexico, UAE, US, Norway, South Africa as well Australia) and use these boxes in both directions depending on where they bought an item.

    The thing to watch for is what wattage is your item. Like do you have a 2000w hairdryer if so make sure you don't buy a 500W converter. It may initially work but will burn out b/c it can't support the energy drain (ask my step-mother) Basically you will have to buy another.

    The 3000W we are buying.

    RadioShack Converter Option

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