New iPad not charging via USB? Check here

[JohnnyApple]

In scouring the net for news on the Apple iPad (since, you know, I was unable to get Saturday delivery on mine) I ran into quite a few complaints of people saying that their USB ports would not charge the iPad.

Keep in mind, all USB is not created equal. Some USB ports only provide 500mA of power, the iPad needs a full 1000mA of power to charge.

Check the specs on your USB ports before getting to worked up on why your iPad won't charge, it will likely end up being a power problem on that USB port only.

Hope this helps.

(Source: Consumer Reports Electronics Blog: Charging the iPad: Hit or miss)

 

[DanaNgidhu]

In scouring the net for news on the Apple iPad (since, you know, I was unable to get Saturday delivery on mine) I ran into quite a few complaints of people saying that their USB ports would not charge the iPad.

Keep in mind, all USB is not created equal. Some USB ports only provide 500mA of power, the iPad needs a full 1000mA of power to charge.

Check the specs on your USB ports before getting to worked up on why your iPad won't charge, it will likely end up being a power problem on that USB port only.

Hope this helps.

(Source: Consumer Reports Electronics Blog: Charging the iPad: Hit or miss)

I kept seeing (Not Chargng) too. However, I had already charged mine while I was at the beauty parlor. When I unplug it from the computor, it says "100% charged."

Dana

 

[wot_fan]

Does anyone know of a powered USB hub that will supply the required 1000mA (1A) so the iPad will charge? I need to get a hub anyway so I might as well get one that is iPad friendly. TIA .

 

[IpadOne]

iPad Charger

Does anyone know of a powered USB hub that will supply the required 1000mA (1A) so the iPad will charge? I need to get a hub anyway so I might as well get one that is iPad friendly. TIA .

it depend on witch hug you have :

1) cheap one 4 port (can't give you 1000mA
2) better one 4 port with external power can charge two iPad from only one charger
3) top one 8 port with external power can also work but with iPad charger as source

Not so many 3party USB charger have 1000mA capacity (we have two in preparation)

 

[wot_fan]

Thanks for the info. I only need a four port hub. When do expect to have yours ready for sale?

 

[IpadOne]

Thanks for the info. I only need a four port hub. When do expect to have yours ready for sale?

Wot when the shop will open (mean just question of days)

 

[AbblePC]

This should be stickied so that people can find it easy.

 

[IpadOne]

This should be stickied so that people can find it easy.

thankfor the idea Abble, but honestly i am here more as Apple fan than a producer/developer, i enjoy to read and share my knowledge ... if i can help that it's already enough for me

 

[col.bris]

I believe the ipad will not charge while syncing. I am unsure about when not syncing as we will not receive ipads in Australia until.
See report from Ifixit
"On average, the device "sips just 2.5 Watts. That's 1/5 the power of a compact fluorescent bulb," the report states. Even so, the larger battery demands more charging power than standard USB ports provide. It needs its included 10 watt charger, and won't charge while syncing with a standard USB-equipped Mac or PC. "
in other words use power adapter suplied to charge the ipad

 

[IpadOne]

I believe the ipad will not charge while syncing. I am unsure about when not syncing as we will not receive ipads in Australia until.
See report from Ifixit
"On average, the device "sips just 2.5 Watts. That's 1/5 the power of a compact fluorescent bulb," the report states. Even so, the larger battery demands more charging power than standard USB ports provide. It needs its included 10 watt charger, and won't charge while syncing with a standard USB-equipped Mac or PC. "
in other words use power adapter suplied to charge the ipad

i won't enter in technical details, but you are wrong all is based on the ''charging'' management ... believe me for almost two month we know witch battery the iPad will carry so we know well the management system iPad need

 

[col.bris]

Sorry was quoting ifixit il wait until I get my ipad before making comments like that. I guess what you are saying ifixit is wrong.

 

[rag1247]

interesting article re: charging "problem" at

http://www.macworld.com/article/150356/2010/04/ipadcharging.html

richard
ft lauderdale

 

[col.bris]

This really explains it in simple terms Hope it helps
The iPad's charging challenge explained | Accessories | iPhone Central | Macworld
Colin Australia

 

[col.bris]

interesting article re: charging "problem" at

http://www.macworld.com/article/150356/2010/04/ipadcharging.html

richard
ft lauderdale

Sorry I did not see it was same post

Too easy

colin