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Dec 21, 2004, 10:36 AM
 
Does anyone know if an iMac G5 bought in the USA would work in Europe. I am most concerned with the 220/110 difference. Does anyone know if the iMac G5's power supply is able to switch automatically between the two power values?

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Dec 21, 2004, 01:15 PM
 
as far as i know theywill not work in europe. i belive its one of the first macs in a long time that will not work


i think you can use a converter but you need an extra device
     
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Dec 21, 2004, 01:32 PM
 
It requires a power supply swap.
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Dec 21, 2004, 05:01 PM
 
I found the articles for the puwer supply swap here:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=300205

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Dec 23, 2004, 01:03 AM
 
@ Skip breakfast
Do you know a part# and price for a 220V powersupply , could I buy one in the US ?
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