Power Supply - use converter or buy new? Taking Comp back to Canada

[Green]

I'm taking my computer back to Canada, what do people do, use a converter 220-110, or buy a new power supply?

If a converter, where can I pick up a good one? Cost? Better to get in Thai or Canada?

Thanks

[NeverSure]

Doesn't your power supply have a switch on the back to choose 110v or 220v? Most PS's are made for international use. You might need only a different power cord. It's worth a look.

[KittenKong]

Many power supplies are multi-voltage these days. Have you checked yours?

[Satcommlee]

Nowadays power supplies are usually universal, probably not a concern.

[NeverSure]

Canada uses the same 110v power the US does. He may need a new power cord to fit the Canadian style wall socket, but that's cheap. The other end will fit the PS just fine.

[RichCor]

As has been mentioned, many computer and electronic device power supplies are 'universal', meaning that they can adapt to convert certain input ranges to a regulated output.

This type of information SHOULD be displayed on the power module label. Example -- found on a laptop power supply

INPUT: 100-240 V~ 50-60Hz 1.6A

Meaning, 100 to 240 Volt AC, 50 to 60 Hertz 1.6 Ampere draw

[Green]

Awesome, thanks very much. I believe it is a coolmaster silent pro gold, 600 or 700w. Wall adapter is cheap to buy here at the dollar shop in Canada.

One other question, I'll be disassembling my computer and taking it and the case in a suitcase. The computer case is aluminum and larger than normal, I don't know the exact dimensions. I was looking at the largest suitcase i have and realized it isn't going to fit. Has anyone found a specific suitcase that works well for this? Im guessing a hard plastic case from MBK should do the trick?

Thanks

[Pib]

Gosh, even 10 years ago most computer power supplies worked on 110 or 220V 50/60Hz either automatically or by switch...usually by a flip of a switch switch on the back of the power supply.

[Pib]

Awesome, thanks very much. I believe it is a coolmaster silent pro gold, 600 or 700w. Wall adapter is cheap to buy here at the dollar shop in Canada.

And if it is the model you say, the specs say: "Input Voltage: 90-264Vac (Auto Range)"

[PiPiFFS]

Would it not be simpler to just remove the hard drive and replace it in a new power supply case back in Canada ? Thats all I did when I came out here. Just an idea

[lostinisaan]

Would it not be simpler to just remove the hard drive and replace it in a new power supply case back in Canada ? Thats all I did when I came out here. Just an idea

What do you mean Power Supply Case? What about the rest then???

[Crossy]

Would it not be simpler to just remove the hard drive and replace it in a new power supply case back in Canada ? Thats all I did when I came out here. Just an idea

What do you mean Power Supply Case? What about the rest then???

I suspect there's an 'and' missing in there.

Many people moving desktops strip them down, leave the case behind, and buy a new box at the destination.

[NeverSure]

Yeah, you can't just pop a %system% HDD into another computer unless you Sysprep it first. Too much hassle.

The idea of packing up everything but the case is a good one.

[lostinisaan]

Would it not be simpler to just remove the hard drive and replace it in a new power supply case back in Canada ? Thats all I did when I came out here. Just an idea

What do you mean Power Supply Case? What about the rest then???

I suspect there's an 'and' missing in there.

Many people moving desktops strip them down, leave the case behind, and buy a new box at the destination.

You're right. But many people don't even know where the CPU is.....A "teacher", Irish, working for an agency was asking me a few weeks ago how to find a problem he had.

When I was asking him what system he'd have, ha answered: I've got Google system.

Edited July 20, 2014 by lostinisaan

[Green]

Its an expensive case, so I want to take it too.

[Seligne2]

My advice is to box it and check it as luggage. Use lots and lots of shock absorbing material! (Just bunging it in a suitcase with little padding is asking for trouble). Be aware that some heat sinks are quite heavy can exert quite a bit of force on the CPU. You should check that and possibly remove it, pad it, and place in box separately.

[ezflip]

The power supply will be fine as so many have responded it too.

I would be more concerned with your airline baggage allowance before thinking about buying a new suitcase. If your limited in number of bags and/or weight limits, this would change your plans as to keeping the computer case or not.

[keeniau96]

The best computer cases are Lian-Li and Silverstone. They cost from US$100-200, probably much closer to $120. Save yourself a lot of moving hassle, leave your old case behind and pack the mobo, drives etc. in your checked bag. Maybe leave the PSU even though it will most likely be 110-220 auto-switch. Good Seasonic PSU can be had for about US$80. Check Newegg.com, they have a Canada outlet.

[KittenKong]

Many people moving desktops strip them down, leave the case behind, and buy a new box at the destination.

That's what I did when coming here. I didnt bother bringing the DVDRW drive either as it was old and they only cost 500B to replace.

Once disassembled all the parts of a PC fit easily into a hand-carry bag but try doing that with the case!

[Green]

Yes the case is lian li, hmm yes i will consider those points, I may take a photo of the inside of my computer re disassembling. I'm sure its easy to take apart though. It was about 60k+ for the whole computer, so would like to try and take it all if possible. Yes will try to take the internals all as carry on. thanks

[Green]

Most likely flying Eva air back to canada, have to check there baggage allowance and fees for extra bags.