European power cord into North American Macbook

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European power cord into North American Macbook

Hello forum!

My girlfriend has a Macbook purchased in Canada, but she is now moving to Sweden. Instead of having to use an adaptor, I am wondering if it would work to simply purchase a European power cord?

Any ideas would be much appreciated!

/ Marcus

Posted on May 18, 2009 10:10 AM

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JoeyR

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May 18, 2009 10:34 AM in response to MarcusSweden

I'm guessing you mean the power cord that snaps on to the charger? That would work fine. The adapters don't do anything but change the plug configuration so they can physically fit into a European socket. However, I don't think the cords are sold separately (of course I could be wrong)... but if you can find one, that'll work fine.

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y_p_w

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May 18, 2009 11:48 AM in response to JoeyR

Apple doesn't have product part numbers for these cords, but it should be possible to get used ones. A new adapter would also come with one of these cords. In the end it might be easier to just get the little adapter plug (might also need to be used) along with an extension cord.

iFixit sells used US extension cords, although I'm not sure where one might find one compatible with Swedish outlets.

http://www.ifixit.com/Apple-Parts/PowerBook-G4-AC-Adapter-3-prong-Extension-Cabl e/IF113-033

It might be easier to simply use a passive adapter. Something like the following:

http://www.rei.com/product/775157

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