P Pat260 New Member Jun 17, 2025 #1 I have bought a US computer but I am struggling to find the correct UK Adapter Any help would be appreciated
I have bought a US computer but I am struggling to find the correct UK Adapter Any help would be appreciated
johnb35 Administrator Staff member Jun 17, 2025 #2 You will most likely need a 240 volt to 120 volt converter if UK voltage is 230-240 volts. If you have the correct power cord for the computer I assume you just need the step down Something like this I would assume. Amazon.com
You will most likely need a 240 volt to 120 volt converter if UK voltage is 230-240 volts. If you have the correct power cord for the computer I assume you just need the step down Something like this I would assume. Amazon.com
C Couriant Active Member Jun 18, 2025 #3 Usually US plays for computers are 3 prongs and only one is rounded. UK has 3 straight long prongs. Do you have an adapter on your plug already? Plus international adapters/converters are common. The one Johnb linked should work.
Usually US plays for computers are 3 prongs and only one is rounded. UK has 3 straight long prongs. Do you have an adapter on your plug already? Plus international adapters/converters are common. The one Johnb linked should work.
StrangleHold Moderator Staff member Jun 18, 2025 #4 If he has a US computer it really comes down to if it has a auto switching voltage power supply. If he does all he need is the right cable.
If he has a US computer it really comes down to if it has a auto switching voltage power supply. If he does all he need is the right cable.
P Pat260 New Member Jun 18, 2025 #5 I have all of the attachments.It is an adapter that fits the photo(2 prong North America) to enable me to plug into UK mains power Attachments AMAZON FULL (Small).png 258.8 KB · Views: 0
I have all of the attachments.It is an adapter that fits the photo(2 prong North America) to enable me to plug into UK mains power
P Pat260 New Member Jun 18, 2025 #6 Problem solved.Obtained plug and socket from computer shop in st annes on sea. Charged me £2
beers Moderator Staff member Jun 19, 2025 #7 Pat260 said: Problem solved.Obtained plug and socket from computer shop in st annes on sea. Charged me £2 Click to expand... They gave you other solutions too since not all PSUs are auto switching between 120/220. The plug adapter works if it accepts both voltages. I brought one over that auto on'd and didn't check,. was 120v only, plugging that into 220v mains instantly shot plumes of smoke out the back lol
Pat260 said: Problem solved.Obtained plug and socket from computer shop in st annes on sea. Charged me £2 Click to expand... They gave you other solutions too since not all PSUs are auto switching between 120/220. The plug adapter works if it accepts both voltages. I brought one over that auto on'd and didn't check,. was 120v only, plugging that into 220v mains instantly shot plumes of smoke out the back lol