Running a 220v computer in a 110v environment

Hi, Probably some of you have already done this. I have an equipment, a parsytec xplorer, that runs a 220v. I got it from across the pond. Since I am in the states and the power output is 110v, is there any way for me to run this without getting a transformer to pump it up to 220v??? Unfortunately, the parsytec doesnt convert automatically like PC and laptops of today. In my apartment, there is a funny looking plug next to out AC. I remember somewhat vaugely that it is actually 220v. Is this true??? How did you guys solve this problem???? I want to get a good solid response before I blow up the machine :-) Ram -- ,,,, /'^'\ ( o o ) -oOOO--(_)--OOOo------------------------------------- | Ram Meenakshisundaram | Senior Software Engineer | OpenLink Financial Inc | .oooO Phone: (516) 227-6600 x267 | ( ) Oooo. Email: rmeenaks(a)olf.com ---\ (----( )-------------------------------------- \_) ) / (_/