I keep getting answers about laptops and tablets. This is a desktop. It is far too large to be a carry-on item. I don't know if it has a lithium battery. I am taking a one-way trip and shipping overseas is very expensive. Thanks for any information and advice you can give.
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FYI, to be clear, your "MacOS monterrey" is actually called an iMac.
The software that runs that iMac is the macOS. The version of macOS your iMac runs is Monterey.
The iMac can be packed in checked baggage, but you'd best do it very well. Have you ever watched those rampers work?! 😉 To be positive, check with your air carrier for guidance.
As for having a battery: it does not have a lithium battery that is in any way, shape or form like those in a laptop or iPad or iPhone. The iMac would have a button cell battery or something akin to an AA-type battery (similar, not exactly). The long and short of it is that the iMac poses no danger of bursting into flames during air travel.
The hazard classification number for Apple computers for travel purposes is UN#3481. You can find more info about that in this CHEMTREC document: https://chemtrec.blob.core.windows.net/criterion/APIS_BPIS_Current.pdf
FYI, to be clear, your "MacOS monterrey" is actually called an iMac.
The software that runs that iMac is the macOS. The version of macOS your iMac runs is Monterey.
The iMac can be packed in checked baggage, but you'd best do it very well. Have you ever watched those rampers work?! 😉 To be positive, check with your air carrier for guidance.
As for having a battery: it does not have a lithium battery that is in any way, shape or form like those in a laptop or iPad or iPhone. The iMac would have a button cell battery or something akin to an AA-type battery (similar, not exactly). The long and short of it is that the iMac poses no danger of bursting into flames during air travel.
The hazard classification number for Apple computers for travel purposes is UN#3481. You can find more info about that in this CHEMTREC document: https://chemtrec.blob.core.windows.net/criterion/APIS_BPIS_Current.pdf
Yes, you can include the iMac as a checked bag. Do check with the airline to make sure, but there should not be any problem.
It would be best if you can pack the iMac in its original box with all its original styro packing. And then put the box inside another, unmarked box. You can get empty boxes from OWC and other vendors. And, as @VikingOSX already told you, insure it for full replacement value for the trip.
One final note, also check the customs requirements for the country you are traveling to. It may be necessary to declare the computer (either due to its value or it just being a computer) and possibly pay a duty. It depends on the country.
You should also check US regulations about exporting a computer and/or any encryption capability. There are certain countries to which the US bans such exports. I suggest checking with the State Dept. and the Office of Foreign Assets Control. This is not to scare you, just suggesting that you cover all bases since you didn't tell us the country you are moving to.
Have that iMac insured to replacement value either against baggage handler theft or carrier damage? Extra bubble packing around the display.
Thank you, D.I.!
You're welcome.
Safe travels! ✈️
Can I pack my iMac in luggage that I check-in?
