Korean Job Discussion Forums

TellyRules986 · Joined: 09 Nov 2009 Location: Korea

Hello everyone!

My coworkers and I moved to Korea just a couple of weeks ago. I'm sure this has been asked before, but I'm having problems finding exact places.

We live in Hanam, so we're right next to Seoul. Sadly, we've tried Lotte Mart and E-Mart and no one can help us! I even bring a plug with me. I just want to be able to plug in my laptops (3 prongs). From what I hear, E-mart used to sell adapters, but now they don't anymore.

I read on here that you can find them in Yongsan in Seoul. Anyone know where exactly? I want to call first to make sure they have them. Unfortunately a store can sell adapters one week then none the next. Sad

Any help would be appreciated.

SMOE NSET · Joined: 25 Feb 2010 Location: Seoul

Go to Son-in plaza in Yongsan and there are plenty of adapters/cords. All you will need is a cord if your computer is able to. Look at the powerblock on your laptop plug and if it says 110-220, you only need a different cord. Just bring your power cord with you and they will understand what you need.

Joe Boxer · Joined: 25 Dec 2007 Location: Bundang, South Korea

I have a related question re: power adapters.
Are the power adapters sold these days noisy? I still use the same one (Lotte) that I bought 9 years ago, and it's always made an annoying buzzing noise.

tc20 · Joined: 28 Nov 2009 Location: korea

I believe the big bulky boxy ones with fuses still have a hum to them, but the smaller 100 - 75 watt ones don't.

hempknight · Joined: 20 Jan 2010

I've recently arrive in Korea too and had the same problem. I picked up an adapter for my laptop at home plus in the digital section.
If you take the subway to Mullae stn on the green line (line 2) and use exit #3 it takes you right to the store and it's on the 3rd floor.
They only had 1 model, and it was a lil tricky to spot and none of the sales associates knew what i was talking about, but its with all the other computer type accessories.

Joe Boxer · Joined: 25 Dec 2007 Location: Bundang, South Korea

dogberry · Joined: 14 Jan 2010 Location: Los Angeles, CA

i got a power adapter for my three prong at techno mart in gangbyeon for 6000 won. i already had one and wanted an extra. so i brought in the one i had and showed it to the man. i got it from the guy with counter right across from where you exit esclators. good luck!

ramen209 · Joined: 14 Apr 2009

Check the buy/sell forum, and post a wanted add on there.