lap tops and computer

[shazney64]

Is it worth taking my computer or just the laptops?

Computer has latest screen but oldish tower, is ok for wireless internet and just general word etc, dont need much else on it.

Or should i sell and just take laptops?

Do these have to go into container or onflight?

one more thing anyone bought a dongle? wireless internet just plug in anywhere? and does it still work when in OZ?

Would like to be online as soon as in OZ, would miss PIO lol
thanks sahron

[ali]

We brought computer and lap tops and everything works fine.

Ali

[Stuju]

Hi Shazney
We brought with us to oz a oldish computer and all the bits with it too be honest it just sits in the garage here, we did bring our laptop (which we purchased in Spain and works fine) we took that on the plane with us - have also brought a aussie laptop and have the 2 running at home from wirless internet no problems at all
gizmo

[ItsJo]

We left our desktop computer but bought 3 laptops all of which work ok here...I also bought our NETGEAR wireless router with us and it has been fine..It was in fact easier to set up with Telstra than BT!!!..Also bought another laptop since being here and no probs connecting to internet with the English router..
Mke sure to bring all your paperwork that you got with your router though as I blocked mine out once and had to phone the local number..Luckily they have a customer service dept in Australia
Jo x

[shazney64]

Thanks fro that, i also use a netgear computer. Will struggle with that think in OZ as i rely on my sisters partner to sort out everything techno. Wont be able to purchase a flight for him though just to fix my computer probs xx

[Quoll]

When you asked about the dongle - do you mean the little usb modem that enables you to pick up broadband wherever you are - not just a wireless router that sits in your own home?

If you mean the usb broadband dongle then I think they would charge you international roaming prices if you were still with a UK company. And that would be incredibly expensive!!!! If you replaced the sim in it with one from an Aus company you would need to get the dongle unlocked (the man at 3 assured me it could be done but I have no idea how easy that is) and sign up to an Aus plan (I dont think we have pay as you go here at the moment).

[shazney64]

Thanks had not thought of that roaming prices. May just stick with the wireless router and take that with me.

[Acacia]

Hi Shazney

I run a computer business over here.

Things to bear in mind:-

Wireless router (make sure you pronounce this "rowter" rather than "rooter" when you get here!) - this will most likely have a UK transformer plug combined. You will need a UK adapter to run it off the mains over here (can be bought from hardware stores in Oz for around $12).

Computer equipment is a bit more expensive over here than in the UK.

If you have any computers which are still under warranty in the UK, the warranty may not cover them if you bring them to Australia.

It can take a while (couple of weeks) to get your phoneline/broadband connected once you arrive. If you already have accommodation sorted beforehand, it would be an idea to contact a provider beforehand. You may want to try IINET first iiNet - Broadband Internet - Phone - VOIP - ADSL and see if they offer NakedDSL in your area so you won't even need a phone line.

Marilyn

[shazney64]

Thanks Marilyn, i am hating the fact will be offline for a bit, as this will be the most common way i will communicate with friends etc..
First stop with be computer store........ sharon

[Acacia]

Sharon, the libraries have a secure, free service - once you have joined. Marilyn