Computers/ IPODS

The Next Chapter · Veteran Member

Computers/ IPODS

wojazz3 · Guru

Most power cords for laptops have a 110-220 converter built in and it's probably true for ipods too. Most stores that carry any sor of travel accessories have adaptor plugs and you can but the converters for about 10-15 more as a package. I've seen them at both Walmart and Target so they shoud be easy to find. Even though my cameras have a converter on the cord, I always use the converter that came with the adapters. Overkill, but I don't care.

Bill

yesiree · Guru

wojazz3 is right. You'll just need an adaptor for those particular devices BUT I would still read the user manual or check with the manufacturer first. And as suggested, you can play it safe by just using a converter.

A tip...the cord (or "box" on the laptop cord) is usually labeled with 110/220 to show it has a built-in converter.

Michele Erdvig · Host

Jeanne,

I'm a bit like Bill and tend to use the converter and adaptor. Somehow I just don't trust that the laptop won't get fried.

Michele

kathy · Veteran Member

I feel especially qualified for this one because of my current resident status and since i brought a few appliances i can't live without and can't find here.

the laptop computer will only need an adapter. the ones we are happiest with are from walmart. the ipod will need a converter. the little white box of the plug doesn't have a transformer in it so be careful. the best deal i found on those was at circuit city.

if you forget them, the best place to buy here in ireland is at Roche's dept store. they have a wide selection and good prices. the second choice would be from any of the Bags luggage shops.

hope this helps!

kathy

Michele Erdvig · Host

kathy,

Thank you. That is very helpful indeed.

Michele

Shawn · Senior Member

Are cars in Ireland equipped with cigarrette lighters to use a ipod car charger??

thanks,

Shawn

Dude · Guru

Ooooh, good question, Shawn, because I am looking at a charger for my digital camera battery that has a 12 volt adaptor.
Thanks for bringing that up.

Michele Erdvig · Host

Shawn & Dude,

Every car I have ever rented in Ireland had a cigarette lighter (or as my husband has informed me is now politically correct -- "accessory outlets"). I suppose nowadays they are more used for ipods and cell phones than lighting cigarettes.

Michele