so what is exactly the problem with just putting the computer as is in the cargo hold, as long as it's in a suitcase with a ton of packing material?

computer equipment gets shipped all the time by airplane no?

Last edited by nefardec on Aug-06-2007 at 21:00

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Originally posted by nefardec so what is exactly the problem with just putting the computer as is in the cargo hold, as long as it's in a suitcase with a ton of packing material?

I don't see a problem

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Originally posted by nefardec hey i'm moving to rome in 6 days and I need to bring my enormous desktop computer (20"x18"x8") and more reasonably sized monitor with me for music production and freelance design work. I don't have a laptop. To ship this at UPS they told me it would cost $462.00, which is definitely far beyond what I would be happy paying. I just calculated it on the united states post office website and it's like 235.00. Has anyone ever travelled with or shipped a desktop computer? any tips on packaging? thanks adam

What I suggest is calling the airline(s) you are flying with and asking, first, what the weight restriction is on your checked baggage, and second, whether they have any type of restriction on checked electronics, as well as carry-on electronics.

Once this is covered, I suggest calling an insurance company and get baggage insurance for your flight. You of course should pack it properly such that it shouldn't get damaged, however, to cover your ass just in case, you should insure it as well.

Make sure to ask the insurance rep that they will cover DAMAGE to items in your baggage, and get a clear and concise, detailed explanation of what will and will not qualify you for a claim. Also, get the persons name, their agent ID, and their location. Document what they told you and who they were, and if you were to have any issues later when making a claim, you have that to back you up.

Baggage insurance is usually not that expensive (80-100CAD), so it would be less than the S&H you would have to pay otherwise.

Then shove it in a suitcase with proper packaging, and pad it with clothes.

This should help solve your problem, and cover all your bases.

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Originally posted by Allied Nations I don't see a problem

There may be a problem.

A lot of airlines have dimension restrictions.

If the PC does not fit into those restrictions when packed, they will deny it, and it will have to be checked for an extra charge.

It is different for different airlines.

what airline? i might be able to help

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Originally posted by nefardec hey i'm moving to rome in 6 days and I need to bring my enormous desktop computer (20"x18"x8") and more reasonably sized monitor with me for music production and freelance design work. I don't have a laptop. To ship this at UPS they told me it would cost $462.00, which is definitely far beyond what I would be happy paying. I just calculated it on the united states post office website and it's like 235.00. Has anyone ever travelled with or shipped a desktop computer? any tips on packaging? thanks adam

check your airline's website

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thanks again guys, this is very helpful

theresa, thank you for the good advice

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Originally posted by nefardec continental airlines thanks again guys, this is very helpful theresa, thank you for the good advice

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