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Will US Mac Mini work in Europe?

Feb 22, 2007 4:24AM PST

I'm thinking of taking advantage of the exchange rate to buy a mac mini when next over in NYC. But will the fact that Europe has 240 volts etc be a problem - it isn't for laptop bricks, but a mini is not so obviously designed for globe trotting.

HB

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Just so you know.
Feb 22, 2007 4:36AM PST

The warranty is only for the country you purchase in. It would be a shame for you to discover how costly a repair would be later.

Bob

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but if you decide to forego that warranty issue,
Feb 22, 2007 7:18AM PST
http://www.apple.com/macmini/specs.html says the MacMini power requirements: Line voltage: 100-240V AC

You will need the right power cord...

Personally, given the warranty issue, I wouldn't do it...