Quoting Farrell, Kevin (Kevin.Farrell at itb.ie):
> Apologies for this being slightly off topic. I'm thinking of buying a
> Sharp Zaurus SL-5600 from the USA. Are there any major issues vis-avis
> the power adaptor/recharging the unit in Ireland? Are there any other
> US-specific issues I need to consider if I wish to use it in Ireland?
Looks like the SL-5600 ships with this _dual-voltage_ mains adapter,
which neatly dispenses with the larger problem of two:
http://maclinks.net/shop/us/electronics/details/B0000645V3.html
The other is that you'll need a plug adapter to convert from two-prong
North American NEMA 1-15P to three-prong European BS1363. One of these:
http://www.buytravelconverter.com/ac/4635.asp
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