Taking Mac Mini to Germany?

[Davaadtron]

Hey guys,

So I'm going to be studying abroad in Berlin for a year, and I want to take my Mac Mini since it has everything I use on a daily basis. (And it's kind of my only option - I don't have a laptop)

Would it work to by a power strip over there in Berlin and then use a voltage converter for the Mini and another converter for the monitor? I'd assume it would work, but I don't want to fry my hardware or anything...

Or can you buy a European power cord for the Mini? Or would that not work?

Sorry if this sounds like a dumb question; I know nothing about power conversion
Thanks.

 

[teleromeo]

First look at the specs, some apple stuff is like 100-240 V so you won't need a power convertor, just an european power cord.

 

[Davaadtron]

I just read that the power adapter that it comes with (it says right on the adapter) takes up to 240v, so it'll work


One more question; I want to take my monitor with me as well. If I pack it in my suitcase surrounded by clothes and blankets do you think it'll survive the trip?

 

[-tWv-]

I just read that the power adapter that it comes with (it says right on the adapter) takes up to 240v, so it'll work


One more question; I want to take my monitor with me as well. If I pack it in my suitcase surrounded by clothes and blankets do you think it'll survive the trip?

I would buy some bubble wrap and wrap it with bubble wrap and then put it in the suitcase, just to be safe.

 

[trule]

One more question; I want to take my monitor with me as well. If I pack it in my suitcase surrounded by clothes and blankets do you think it'll survive the trip?

There is a weight limit for luggage...worth to check, monitors are cheap in Germany.

 

[Davaadtron]

Here is my monitor:

http://ftp.viewsonic.com/support/lcddisplays/vx2025wm/#specs

It says the voltage is 100-240V; does that mean I won't need a converter for the monitor either? That would be nice.

 

[ergdegdeg]

Yea, you won't need a voltage converter, just an adapter for the plug itself (see Wikipedia).

 

[trule]

Here is my monitor:

http://ftp.viewsonic.com/support/lcddisplays/vx2025wm/#specs

It says the voltage is 100-240V; does that mean I won't need a converter for the monitor either? That would be nice.

7 kg monitor...if your bag is over 23 Kg expect an additional fee. Check with your airline to be sure