Car power and antenna

Hi all...

I´m looking for a auto Power Laptop Adapter for TOSHIBA Satellite A105-S4384 and a USB GPS antenna.
WHick one should I buy? Any good shop to get it?

I have had a look to the MS Streets and trip and I liked it. I couldn´t work with it because I´m in Spain now and it doesn´t have the European maps. I´m wishing to come back tu Kentucky next week to buy the car adapter and antenna.

Hope your advices!

David.

Hi David,

Welcome to the forum!

Since you've used and liked Microsoft Streets & Trips in North America, you could consider buying Microsoft AutoRoute with GPS receiver in Europe. You would get a software program you already know, and you would get a USB GPS receiver with it (just make sure you buy the bundle that includes the optional GPS "locator". I suspect some local computer stores or electronic stores carry it. If not, try this link: Microsoft AutoRoute or see if you can locate a better deal somewhere closer to you.

If you just want a USB GPS unit alone (if you already have a GPS navigation software program), then look around for BU-353 (made by GlobalSat). It is a popular unit with a good reputation. It is based on the very good SiRFstarIII chipset. It costs around $50.

Not sure about the power supply. Hopefully others will suggest some solution.

Thank for your answer!

I will buy the antenna. The website you gave looks great! I don´t need the GPS for Europe, I live in Kentucky but I´m in Europe just for the Winter Break.
I´ll wait til next week to get it, I´l come back to the States at the end of the next week and I want to be there to receive it at my place.

I travel a lot there and it will be very useful! I´ll try to find the power adapter for my laptop to have everything!

Thanks a lot for your help.

David, check the following discussion, too: Need help with laptop power issues