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I am hoping to move to Germany soon. I love my HP laptop as it has lots of power, and I would rather not have to sell it and buy a new one just because the outlets are different in Germany. Does anyone know if I can just purchase a new charger when I get there, and be good? Thanks!
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Almost all are marked 100 to 240 VAC and 50/60 Hz. Check that out.
Thanks. I would rather not use plug converters, so I guess what I'm asking is: can I buy a different power cable and will that suffice?
I can't tell from the info so far. If the adapter has the rating as noted and changeable mains power cord you would not have asked. So I'm guessing you have a 110 only adapter?
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we had transformers we used. Could provide same voltage, but at 50 cycles instead of 60. No problems really. Also some chargers can run both 110 or 220, but you'll need a cheap flat prong to pin prong adapter to plug into the German 220v power. This video brings back memories....
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