uk pc in Aus will it work?
 

Im having my pc shipped over from the uk, apart from the plug sockets being different is there anything else i should know before attempting to plug it in? Basically will it work?? and will the internal modem work here?

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Yes, it will all work fine, Elspeth.

Colin

Re: uk pc in Aus will it work?
 

The only thing you should watch is the modem, if you are caught using a non AUSTEL approved device on the Australian telco network you are liable to a hefty fine or jail sentence - the chances of getting caught however are next to nil.

If your computer monitor is large, like about 19 inch or larger then it will not work as well down in the southern hemisphere, you will get greenish bits over the screen as the electrons do not follow the same path because the earths magnetic field is reversed. A smaller one will probably be OK.

wow never knew that, i cant actually remember what size it is, still waiting for shipping to arrive.....

maybe soon...

Laptop
 

Works fine in both countries (as would a desktop) ... you will need an electrical adaptor and a telco phone adaptor socket (or replacement lead).

What's even cooler is that Singapore Airport has Infra-red sockets where you can 'surf on-line' as long as you Laptop battery lasts (if your Laptop is so enabled).

Even if you travel out without a PC it might be an idea to bring a UK Keyboard if you want to write home telling folk how many £££££ £s you are using. (No £ key on Aussie keyboards)

Then again there's always ALT156.