Can Desktop PC from the UK work in the US or Canada?

Question

If I take it with me, will I need to just get a power adaptor or will it I need to copy the files over to a new PC?

Answer 1

Depending on the age of the computer, it should have a dual voltage power supply. This can be done one of two ways, either with a small switch on the back of the power supply that will allow you to select between 110 and 220 for the mains power supply voltage, or it could be automatically detected. The other thing you would need would be either a adapter or a different power cord for the computer. The connector on the power supply end should be the same here as it is in the UK, so that should not be a concern. What you will need is the 110 cord, and this can be purchased, since it is a very common cord used by 99% of the computer equipment made, at just about any electronics retailer in the US. You will probably need the same cord as well, for your monitor, if you plan on bringing it for use also. It again should be dual voltage and be auto selecting or selectable with a switch. You can consult the owners manual for the computer or call the manufacturer and they should be able to confirm this for you as well.

Answer 2

The Phlebob is correct, except that your screen will probably already be rated 110-240Vac 50/60 hz (It should say on the label Input 110-240Vac) , your system unit may also be, or may have a little slide switch (usually red). Basically you need to check the ratings on all your power supplies, and don't forget your phone chargers, if they are the heavy transformar types they won't work. If they are the light weight electronic ones they probably will. Also canadian plugs are different, easiest is to take a 4 way power strip or two, remove the plug when you get there and get a canadian one fitted, then plug your other stuff into them.

Answer 3

Just to let u know my experience with Canadian bought printer trying to use here with power adaptor. It was a good power converter, it started printing a few pages and blew up the printer unusable. So be careful.

Answer 4

You'll need a different power supply as they work on 120 or 110V and we are on 240V.

Check though as my screen has an adaptor that takes input from 100 - 240V and output 12V

Answer 5

No you should be able to use it along as you have a universal adaptor. A PC is a PC so I wouldn't worry you'll be fine.

Have fun in the US

:)

Answer 6

Yes it will work almost anywhere in the world. If your PC is fairly new. You only need the adapter for power cord. Most of the new PC can run on either 115 VAC or 220 VAC.

Answer 7

check the back of the computer
see if it has a dual voltages power supply (usually its a red swicth or panel marked 220v AC.

however you will probablyneed to get another monitor, printer and any other equipment. it is possible to get step up transformers in Canada that will take their AC power to UK/European levels.

however depending on how old the PC is it may make more sense to bin it and start again.

Answer 8

My Laptop does. So you should be OK. You will need to get a power supply adaptor for it, Boots have it all for travel. Pop in there before you travel

Answer 9

yes of course it will. but you will need to change the PSU (Power Supply Unit) to a 110 volt one. Preferably, ask someone in the states to pick one up for you, and then install it upon arrival.

Answer 10

your machine should have a switchable psu. Look nest to the power cord and you should see it, it will be ressed and red in colour marked 110/240, in the uk it should be set to 240, in the US 110.