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Hyenapunk
Junior Member
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06-20-2021, 06:07 AM
#1
I'm traveling to the Netherlands for my studies and I want to bring my PC along. I've seen discussions about shipping entire PCs on forums, but there could be restrictions in my country. If that's not an option, I need to think about how to transport the motherboard and its parts safely. Which components should I remove and store separately? What packing supplies will keep it secure during the journey? Also, could you suggest any cases and PSU brands or models that are easily available in Europe (Netherlands)? Your build details are: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/YvCFVW
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Hyenapunk
06-20-2021, 06:07 AM #1

I'm traveling to the Netherlands for my studies and I want to bring my PC along. I've seen discussions about shipping entire PCs on forums, but there could be restrictions in my country. If that's not an option, I need to think about how to transport the motherboard and its parts safely. Which components should I remove and store separately? What packing supplies will keep it secure during the journey? Also, could you suggest any cases and PSU brands or models that are easily available in Europe (Netherlands)? Your build details are: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/YvCFVW

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ghostlydigger
Senior Member
500
06-20-2021, 10:40 AM
#2
I've come across reports of shipping limitations. PCs are sent to the Netherlands daily.
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ghostlydigger
06-20-2021, 10:40 AM #2

I've come across reports of shipping limitations. PCs are sent to the Netherlands daily.

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Shibouh
Senior Member
369
06-20-2021, 12:33 PM
#3
My home country's rules aren't about the Netherlands. People said it's hard to send whole PCs from Iran anywhere. Maybe it's cheaper to bring the motherboard yourself and buy a case or power supply in the Netherlands.
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Shibouh
06-20-2021, 12:33 PM #3

My home country's rules aren't about the Netherlands. People said it's hard to send whole PCs from Iran anywhere. Maybe it's cheaper to bring the motherboard yourself and buy a case or power supply in the Netherlands.

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Cathomir
Member
64
06-20-2021, 07:09 PM
#4
When examining it closely, eliminate the GPU and spinning hard drives. Also, ensure the CPU cooler isn’t a basic model. Pack everything separately. Use well-padded, solid cardboard boxes for each item—motherboard, GPU, drives.
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Cathomir
06-20-2021, 07:09 PM #4

When examining it closely, eliminate the GPU and spinning hard drives. Also, ensure the CPU cooler isn’t a basic model. Pack everything separately. Use well-padded, solid cardboard boxes for each item—motherboard, GPU, drives.

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SlimeySkills
Member
52
06-20-2021, 08:49 PM
#5
I need to consider if removing the stock cooler is necessary. Additionally, I'll likely transport the parts in a carry-on, possibly using a backpack to ensure their safety. So, is the cardboard important or can I skip padding and use other packing materials instead? I also have my motherboard's packaging available, which could be used for protection alongside padding.
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SlimeySkills
06-20-2021, 08:49 PM #5

I need to consider if removing the stock cooler is necessary. Additionally, I'll likely transport the parts in a carry-on, possibly using a backpack to ensure their safety. So, is the cardboard important or can I skip padding and use other packing materials instead? I also have my motherboard's packaging available, which could be used for protection alongside padding.

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Wizzyz
Junior Member
33
06-21-2021, 07:39 PM
#6
These individual packages are probably going to be too big to carry yourself. I might consider using a commercial shipping option, such as DHL, which handles these items worldwide every day.
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Wizzyz
06-21-2021, 07:39 PM #6

These individual packages are probably going to be too big to carry yourself. I might consider using a commercial shipping option, such as DHL, which handles these items worldwide every day.

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JuggheadJones
Junior Member
32
06-23-2021, 01:43 AM
#7
Are you certain you wish to export a PC that will not be permitted to be brought back due to EU regulations? It might be wiser to purchase another one in the Netherlands and sell it upon your departure. If you require funds for this, check the current value of your system at home—it could exceed what you anticipate in the Netherlands.
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JuggheadJones
06-23-2021, 01:43 AM #7

Are you certain you wish to export a PC that will not be permitted to be brought back due to EU regulations? It might be wiser to purchase another one in the Netherlands and sell it upon your departure. If you require funds for this, check the current value of your system at home—it could exceed what you anticipate in the Netherlands.

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lidor81
Junior Member
2
06-23-2021, 03:04 AM
#8
It was supposed to be my next idea.
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lidor81
06-23-2021, 03:04 AM #8

It was supposed to be my next idea.

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MaesterEgg
Junior Member
38
06-23-2021, 03:11 AM
#9
I will most likely be staying and working there after my studies, so I'm looking at long-term goals; for that, it shouldn't be an issue. Regarding selling my PC here to buy components in the Netherlands, it's almost always going to be worse because of conversion rates (1 euro =~ 61k-63k Iranian Tomans). To put it simply, even if I were to sell the PC at a decent price despite it being 2nd hand on an e-bay equivalent site, converting the money to euros would leave me with less money to then buy similar specs in the Netherlands. ( There is also a margin of profit in the exchange/Bourse market)
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MaesterEgg
06-23-2021, 03:11 AM #9

I will most likely be staying and working there after my studies, so I'm looking at long-term goals; for that, it shouldn't be an issue. Regarding selling my PC here to buy components in the Netherlands, it's almost always going to be worse because of conversion rates (1 euro =~ 61k-63k Iranian Tomans). To put it simply, even if I were to sell the PC at a decent price despite it being 2nd hand on an e-bay equivalent site, converting the money to euros would leave me with less money to then buy similar specs in the Netherlands. ( There is also a margin of profit in the exchange/Bourse market)