Desktop computer in checked baggage?

Trann

Trann

Trann

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Okay.. So i'm going home for christmas.. for like 3 weeks.

I really want my desktop computer with me. Can't imagine almost a month on my laptop.

Given that I remove the hard drive and take it into hand luggage, and pack the computer really well (I have a hard-case suitcase that would fit it fine), shouldn't it be fine?

I know you "shouldn't" pack valuables into checked baggage and there's a lot of horror stories out there, but i've flown all across the world, including the middle east, and never had any problems with luggage.
 
But have you ever taken a computer across the the world? I guess it would look a bit dodgy on the x-ray machine. I'd phone up and check tbh :)
 
Do it. Don't think customs will be an issue since its just one item, just that it will seem odd. Remember to pack it properly, some places really mishandle luggage.

As for theft: It happens but they'll go for small, light things not a whole bulky PC.

One more thing, IMO think its time you went SFF :)
 
Would you even trust your computer in an airport with the way the handlers just chuck things around?
 
Pulse said:
Would you even trust your computer in an airport with the way the handlers just chuck things around?
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Well.. They do that for mail too.. And people don't seem to have an issue with sending whatever in the mail.
I'd think it'd be easier to pack a computer safely for a flight than for sending it in the mail, given a hard-case suitcase and plenty of clothes that I need to take with me anyway :P
 
You'll unpack it and your graphics card will be hanging out, the DIMMs will be rattling around and the case will be dented :)

Why can't you make do with a laptop for a month? I've been OK with my laptop for 3 months while working abroad?
 
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