Components From Abroad

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Components From Abroad, Considering buying PC build parts from USA

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benny269 View Member Profile	Jul 1 2008, 05:11 PM Post #1
Member Group: Members Posts: 127 Joined: 20-May 06 From: Slough Member No.: 68,941	Hi Been meaning to sort out a PC build for well over a year but never seem to get round to it. I have a rough idea of what I want and had a list of parts about 6 months ago which needs revision. I'm also about to go to Florida and was wondering if there's any implications in buying PC components from abroad for use in the UK. I would still buy the same parts, I just happen to know that a lot of the prices are cheaper there, but will there be any power/voltage/warranty issues? Thanks in advance. This post has been edited by benny269: Jul 1 2008, 05:14 PM

garmanma View Member Profile	Jul 1 2008, 06:55 PM Post #2
Computer Masochist Group: Moderator Posts: 9,075 Joined: 27-January 07 From: Cleveland, Ohio Member No.: 108,618	Pretty much the only thing you have to worry about is the power supply. It either has to have a switch on the back for 120V (US) or 220V (UK). Newer models have what is called a "Switching" power supply that automatically senses the voltage and makes the necessary adjustments. You just need to get a plug adapter This post has been edited by garmanma: Jul 1 2008, 06:55 PM -------------------- Mark why won't my laptop work? Having grandkids is God's way of giving you a 2nd chance because you were too busy working your butt off the 1st time around Avatar by Handplane

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