Moving to Sweden, what do I need?

[Mastashake15]

I'm about to move to Sweden from the US and I'm going to be bringing my computer with me. My PSU can do either 110 or 220/240. I'm wondering is it ok to use a simple adapter that changes the socket style or are they not considered stable/safe to use with a computer?

http://i.imgur.com/LOzdd.jpg - If I simply plug my US PSU cable into that and then plug that into a Swedish surge protector will that be all I need to do?

Also, for my monitor I have an Acer LCd and I can't find anywhere in the manual on whether or not it is compatible with 220/240 but is it safe to assume that it is? I would just need another simple adapter for this as well right?

Thanks for any help =)

 

[aqualipt]

I'm about to move to Sweden from the US and I'm going to be bringing my computer with me. My PSU can do either 110 or 220/240. I'm wondering is it ok to use a simple adapter that changes the socket style or are they not considered stable/safe to use with a computer?

http://i.imgur.com/LOzdd.jpg - If I simply plug my US PSU cable into that and then plug that into a Swedish surge protector will that be all I need to do?

Also, for my monitor I have an Acer LCd and I can't find anywhere in the manual on whether or not it is compatible with 220/240 but is it safe to assume that it is? I would just need another simple adapter for this as well right?

Thanks for any help =)

This ALL you need: http://i.imgur.com/LOzdd.jpg

 

[dingo07]

Also, for my monitor I have an Acer LCd and I can't find anywhere in the manual on whether or not it is compatible with 220/240 but is it safe to assume that it is? I would just need another simple adapter for this as well right?

There should be indication of the power requirements on the back panel, either molded into the panel or on a sticker. If it will handle 230V, then yes, all you would need is another adapter.

 

[Mastashake15]

Would you guys reccomend this surge protector and these adapters?

http://www.110220volts.com/6-Strip.html
http://www.110220volts.com/EuropeanShucko.html

 

[aqualipt]

Would you guys reccomend this surge protector and these adapters?

http://www.110220volts.com/6-Strip.html
http://www.110220volts.com/EuropeanShucko.html

The adapter is must have component but the power protector is not, unless the Swedish electricity supply is not very reliable.

 

[Mastashake15]

I always thought it was best to use a surge protector, just to protect the investment

 

[aqualipt]

I always thought it was best to use a surge protector, just to protect the investment

Well, as i said, its ok to have it but its not a necessity

 

[dingo07]

I've never been to Sweden, so I would hold off on the parts unless you can confirm they are Shucko type. Germany, Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands I've been to and it is Shucko. UK has it's own BIG connector.

It makes more sense to get the power strip local when you are there as well.

 

[Guest]

this will be a life saver for you:
http://www.amazon.com/Berlitz-Swedish-English-Dictionary-Engelsk-Svensk-Ordbok/dp/2831563852

 

[dingo07]

this will be a life saver for you:
http://www.amazon.com/Berlitz-Swedish-English-Dictionary-Engelsk-Svensk-Ordbok/dp/2831563852

Most Swedes speak English

 

[xogecko]

Woo, Fk U.S.
Enjoy the thug Net life in Sweden, haha.

 

[Sakkura]

I've never been to Sweden, so I would hold off on the parts unless you can confirm they are Shucko type. Germany, Italy, Spain, France and the Netherlands I've been to and it is Shucko. UK has it's own BIG connector.

It makes more sense to get the power strip local when you are there as well.

You can use Europlugs in practically all of continental Europe (not Gibraltar).

 

[Sakkura]

The adapter is must have component but the power protector is not, unless the Swedish electricity supply is not very reliable.

It's very reliable. Probably more reliable than the US grid.

 

[Guest]

Most Swedes speak English

that is arrogant thinking.

also it is highly respectful when visiting a foreign country to at least speak some of the native tongue.

 

[dingo07]

that is arrogant thinking.

also it is highly respectful when visiting a foreign country to at least speak some of the native tongue.

it's not "arrogant thinking" - it's fact

I have a friend who IS Swedish and lives in Stockholm - and i certainly don't need YOU telling me anything about what to do with regard to speaking native tongue, having lived in the countries I've mentioned

 

[Guest]

it's not "arrogant thinking" - it's fact

I have a friend who IS Swedish and lives in Stockholm - and i certainly don't need YOU telling me anything about what to do with regard to speaking native tongue, having lived in the countries I've mentioned

well, i did

deal with it arrogant american

 

[dingo07]

well, i did

deal with it arrogant american

you're a retard - and you probably never even left your hometown - I bet I've been to more countries than you've been to States!

 

[aqualipt]

you're a retard - and you probably never even left your hometown - I bet I've been to more countries than you've been to States!

+1 to you sir! i hate jealous people.... btw, did you like my hometown?? Germany

 

[dingo07]

+1 to you sir! i hate jealous people.... btw, did you like my hometown?? Germany

I love Germany, and my wife is German from Werne - I lived in Rendsburg, Bremen and Vegesack

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

you're a retard < let's knock off the insults

 

[Dark Lord of Tech]

Please help out the OP or leave the thread.

 

[Guest]

you're a retard - and you probably never even left your hometown - I bet I've been to more countries than you've been to States!

nice!

you are showing some maturity there pal.

but lets see while in the navy i was in spain, france, italy, yugoslavia (the first u.s. ship in a communist port since 1945!) egypt, beruit, switzerland, greece and sicily. and the biggest way to show respect when being a guest in a country was to learn some of the native language.

and that is what i am suggesting the OP do; learn some of the language . .why is that a problem?

but considering your past replies, i can understand how the concept of respect escapes you.

 

[Sakkura]

nice!

you are showing some maturity there pal.

but lets see while in the navy i was in spain, france, italy, yugoslavia (the first u.s. ship in a communist port since 1945!) egypt, beruit, switzerland, greece and sicily. and the biggest way to show respect when being a guest in a country was to learn some of the native language.

and that is what i am suggesting the OP do; learn some of the language . .why is that a problem?

but considering your past replies, i can understand how the concept of respect escapes you.

So you haven't even been to Northern Europe, and you presume to educate people on how to act in Sweden?

As a Scandinavian myself, I'd say nobody would expect you to know anything of the local language when you arrive. And honestly, most of us prefer just getting things across easily in English instead of the difficulty of communicating with someone in a language they're only marginally familiar with. There's nothing worse than a tourist with one of those little traveler's dictionaries.

But what do I know about Sweden, I'm just a danskjävel.

 

[Guest]

So you haven't even been to Northern Europe, and you presume to educate people on how to act in Sweden?

not trying to educate anyone about anything; merely suggesting to the OP for the sake of communicating to pick up a book for reference.

As a Scandinavian myself, I'd say nobody would expect you to know anything of the local language when you arrive. And honestly, most of us prefer just getting things across easily in English instead of the difficulty of communicating with someone in a language they're only marginally familiar with. There's nothing worse than a tourist with one of those little traveler's dictionaries.

why that is very considerate and i am sure the OP is very relieved to not worry as much of there being any language barrier. though my experiences in what foreign soil i have stepped on is the local people are very pleased that a visitor would take an interest in learning the language and have always been very patient and helpful in acquiring the skills to do so; some of even passed the time with me and made a game of it for the entertainment of us both. that was especially enjoyable when the local alcoholic beverage was involved.

But what do I know about Sweden, I'm just a danskjävel.

oh, now at face value i would think you are a japanese steakhouse. the wonderful thing about the internet; anybody can be anything from behind a keyboard; even a dane who claims to be swedish

cheers!