European power adapter?

I'm going to Italy this summer.  What kind of power adapter do I need for a MacBook Pro?

The MBP charger is rated 110-240 volts at 50-60 Hz...all you need is a plug adapter to convert to the two round pins used in Europe.  Try Radio Shack, or the airport when you arrive.  You can usually buy adapters in international airports.

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    So I'm traveling to France next week and will be there for three weeks. I bought the global travel pack which has an adapter for European power. However, is using this adapter all I have to do? I don't have to "flip a switch" on the computer itself? Just plug in the adapter and go? I don't want to accidentally fry my laptop...

    However, is using this adapter all I have to do?
    Yes. Any power supply which is 100 to 240 volts and 50 or 60Hz can be plugged into the MacBook Pro without being converted. France uses 230 volts at 50Hz.
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    I came really close to being offline on a trip back from Europe last week because I ended up without a European AC adapter to plug into.  It would seem to me that the ideal solution for the adapter issue is to design a European adapter (two wide-spaced conductor 'posts') that fit onto the power adapter the same way that the USA module does.  Perhaps this is already in existance and if so, how can I get one?  If it isn't, it needs to be!
    Thanks,
    Tom

    AC prong adapters are widely available.

  • Does Mac Mini require power adapter for European voltage?

    Does mac mini require a power adapter to safely operate on European voltage?

    lupunus wrote:
    cherylfrommiami wrote:
    Thanks Anamusic!  Since my other Apple products have the square adapters (iPhone, iPad, macbook) it seemed strange only to have a plug cord for mini.  don't want to fry it over here in Europe. 
    You only will need a new Duckhead US-Plug-Type C (2 pin Europlug) for your MagSafe power adaptor. See picture below.
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    So you just have to change the cord or use a adaptor.
    The above adaptor is suitable for use with Apple's laptop power adapters, and some other products e.g. some iPod, iPhone, iPad adapters. It will however not fit the Mac mini of any generation.
    Also, only the MacBook, MacBook Pro, and MacBook Air have the Mag Safe connector which is at the laptop end of the cable. The picture you posted is for the wall socket end of the cable. Older Mac mini computers use a proprietary connector, the 2010 and 2011 models use a standard IEC C7 connector.

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    Hello everybody,
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    Hoping someone could help…

    Perfectly fine. It's a standard connector that Apple hasn't changed in years. It's an extremely simple passive connection with no electronics. I've been freely swapping the adapter plugs from iBook, MacBook, and iPod power adapters.

  • US iPhone on European Power

    My wife has an original iPhone, and a 3rd Gen iPod and is going to Europe in a few days. I've looked for hours in the Apple support pages and in the forums and can't find an answer to this: We have the USB adapter, large old, and a new smaller one that came with my 3G iPhone (green dot). Using the appropriate plug adapter, can she just plug the iPhone USB adapter into the 220V European power safely, or does she need to take a transformer/converter with her? I even got out a magnifying glass and looked at the extremely small print on the USB adapters. I think both say input voltage can be between 100 and 240V ac, 50-60 cycle, but the print is so small I can't be sure. The last time we went to Europe, it wasn't a problem, as I took my iBook with me, and it could be plugged directly into the 220V power, so I recharged the iPhone from the computer; she is not taking her computer, so this is not an option this trip.
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    http://store.apple.com/us/product/M8794G/B?fnode=MTY1NDA4NA&mco=MjE0OTQ4NQ
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  • US\European Power Converter

    I just recently purchased a Macbook laptop, as well as a Jensen (model no. JEN50) Foreign volatage converter for when I am in Germany (or any other part of Europe). It says that it converts 220-240V AC to 110 - 120V AC. Got it at BestBuy for $15. Now, I just attempted to charge my MacBook with it here in Germany, and for some reason, the converter stopped working right away. Not sure what happened and was wondering if there is anyone who can help me with this. It seems as if I won't be able to find a converter here in Germany for my Macbook, I was wondering, if it makes a difference or not if I just go out and buy a European version of the Magsafe power adapter for my laptop without frying it. Not sure what I should do. Anyone who knows and can answer my question? Really, REALLY appreciate it!!

    The MacBook 65 watt power supply should have an input range from 100 to 240 volts RMS sine wave. A voltage converter is not needed and not recommended. What you do need is an adapter to convert the US flat blade style NEMA 5/15 plug to pin style CEE 7/17 Europlug. You should be able to find an adapter for a few Euros at an electrical parts supplier. That would be substantially less expensive than approximately 75 Euros a new MacBook power supply might cost.
    You could also order a replacement cord from an Apple parts supplier, but an adapter is sufficient and more readily available.
    An inexpensive voltage converter does not work properly because it reduces the average voltage by using a diode to distort the waveform. The MacBook power supply needs a sinusoidal waveform to function properly.
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  • HT201557 5W USB POWER ADAPTER EXCHANGE

    Has anyone in Ireland availed of this exchange and how is it done. Compu B in Grafton street don't want to know. Its European not their problem.

    Good afternoon Feroxjock,
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  • A/C Power Adapter for EUROPE

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    All ThinkPad AC Adapters are rated with input 100V-240V. This means you can use your own adapter, all you will need is the power cable.
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  • Zen Power Adapter - Different Region Plu

    I recently bought the Zen Power Adapter for my 6GB Creative Zen because I am going overseas to Poland for quite some time and need a way to charge my player without a computer. The Adapter came with a US region plug, and I figured I could just use the US to European plug adapters I already have. However, I noticed that, even though the AC adapter says it works between 00 and 240 Volts, the US plug is marked for 25 V. I am wondering if this matters? Will it still work with plug adapters for other regions? And if not (or even if so), how could I go about getting other region plugs for the Zen Power Adapter? Because if it's an easy process, I might do it anyway just to free up the region adapters for other electronics.
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  • Gigaworks G550W speakers for European power and I'm in the US

    I have a set of Creative labs G550W wireless surround sound speakers and they are for European power. The plugs are European and the power says 250 volts. IS there any way to use them in the US. The wireless module will work on 10 volts but the plug configuration is different than a standard 3 prong IEC computer plug. Please help me. Expensive speakers and no sound is no fun. Scot

    If the wireless module says it will run on 0v then you should just be able to use a travel adapter with it.
    As for the rest, there is no easy/cheap way of doing it. The power supplies inside really will be designed for 240v only. You can buy step up voltage converters, but there doesnt seem to be much information on them. What you need is one that gives a proper sine wave output. Most of the ones I can see available are quite cheap, so im guessing they are the ones that output more of a square wave. Electronics will hate these. You also need to be sure it wont have much noise on the 240v output as this may be audible through the speakers. Lastly, it needs to be quiet as you dont want it humming next to you.
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  • European power cord into North American Macbook

    Hello forum!
    My girlfriend has a Macbook purchased in Canada, but she is now moving to Sweden. Instead of having to use an adaptor, I am wondering if it would work to simply purchase a European power cord?
    Any ideas would be much appreciated!
    / Marcus

    Apple doesn't have product part numbers for these cords, but it should be possible to get used ones. A new adapter would also come with one of these cords. In the end it might be easier to just get the little adapter plug (might also need to be used) along with an extension cord.
    iFixit sells used US extension cords, although I'm not sure where one might find one compatible with Swedish outlets.
    http://www.ifixit.com/Apple-Parts/PowerBook-G4-AC-Adapter-3-prong-Extension-Cabl e/IF113-033
    It might be easier to simply use a passive adapter. Something like the following:
    http://www.rei.com/product/775157

  • Zen Power Adapter. H

    I lost the the piece of my Zen power adapter that plugs into the wall. I don't want to have to go buy a new one. Does anyone know where I can find the North American plug piece? I would assume that since it detaches from the adapter completely it can also be purchased separately. DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY ADVISE?!?
    Jamie

    Hi ctfreak,
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    Hope this helps you.
    macqueline.

  • Could I have got a new power adapter for free?

    My power adapter for my mac stopped working recently and as far as I know I didn't cause any damage to it myself.
    I read the following on the apple website:
    Additional Information
    Whether your product is in or out of warranty, you can take your adapter to an Apple Authorized Service Provider or Apple Retail Store for evaluation and replacement if necessary. Pending the results of evaluation, you may or may not be eligible for a replacement adapter free of charge. Signs of accidental damage would negate any coverage. Be sure to bring in the computer used with the adapter; it is required to process potential adapter replacements.
    Which seems to suggest that even out of warrenty, if the charger has broken of it's own accord you can still get a free replacement?
    I took my adapter and mac to the shop, they said there were no signs of accidental damage but said I still have to pay for it. I referred to this statement from the website but they were very dismissive and kept saying it was out of warrenty. Perhaps i'm reading the statement wrongly.
    Just wondered if anyone could clarify :-)

    As you indicated, it depends on the results of the evaluation.
    Apple takes responsibility when design faults cause certain failures, especially when it represents a safety concern. There have been a small number of cases where failure met certain characteristics that Apple deemed that it should not have happened, regardless of age or use.
    I am reluctant to indicated the specificity of some of these issues, because for many reasons Apple would not want us speculating on the subject. Suffice it to say your product failure may not have met any particular characteristics associated with failures deemed to have extended coverage.
    If your product failed for an unknown reason, or apparently a failure stemming from age or normal life expectancy use, and it was after the normal expiry of warranty, then no further consideration was given. You need to buy and pay for a new one, unless you yourself, can provide extenuating circumstances to consider.

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