Famous gadgets Apple are the dream of many people. Their broad capabilities, innovative design, high tech win the hearts of domestic buyers. As you know, "apple" devices are different high level reliability and long term exploitation. However, unforeseen problems can occur, for example, the iPad will not charge. Of course, such a breakdown makes the owner nervous.
After connecting the power adapter to the device and seeing a message on the screen stating that charging is not taking place, you immediately start to panic. But professionals do not recommend running in service center... First you need to find out the reason why such a failure occurs in the system. For this, it is advisable to test not only itself Charger but also the iPad. Correct diagnosis is a guarantee of stability.
Within the framework of this article, the most common reasons will be considered when it is impossible to charge an "apple" device. We will also offer several ways to solve this problem.
IPad won't charge - what to do?
All gadget owners know which icon is displayed while charging. There is a battery icon on the main screen. A lightning bolt appears when the charger is connected to the iPad. If one day this did not happen, then it is necessary to look for the reason.
Studying reviews like ordinary users and professional craftsmen, we can conclude that the most common are problems with the adapter, wires or outlet. Also, do not exclude the banal clogging of the connector. Sometimes a problem with charging can arise due to mechanical damage or moisture penetration into the device. And finally, the most serious breakdown cannot be ruled out - the failure of the power controller.
So let's take a closer look at each reason.
We are looking for the reason in the wire
If then the first action of the owner should be to check the charger, or rather the cable. It is necessary to inspect it for damage. This must be done carefully, as insulation failure can be microscopic. It is also recommended to check the contacts in order to exclude the presence of problem areas.
Another important point- cable brand. All Apple devices recognize only original accessories. If they are not MFI certified, the system will automatically lock the iPad.
In order to exclude given reason, you need to check the cable by connecting it to another device. If charging does not take place on it, then it is necessary to replace the wire with a new one. But if on iPad screen there was a message stating that this accessory is not supported, then most likely the cable is simply a fake. It is recommended to pay attention to the packaging before buying: Made for iPod, iPad, iPhone. This label is used when the product is manufactured by another company that is official partner Apple.
We check the functionality of the socket and adapter
If everything is in order with the cable, and the iPad does not charge, then you need to continue looking for the reasons causing the breakdown. Sometimes it can be so banal that it sometimes becomes very funny. The fact is that in their reviews, users often describe situations when a non-working outlet was used to charge the gadget. In order to exclude this, it is necessary to connect another device through it, which is in a working state.
The situation with the adapter is a little more difficult. If possible, then you need to try it on a smartphone or other tablet. You can also disassemble the adapter in order to visually check the condition of the contacts.
The controller is out of order
One of the serious breakdowns when the iPad stops charging can be a broken power controller. Most often, such a malfunction occurs with those tablets that are connected to an uncertified cable.
Unfortunately, this repair will cost the owner dearly. We can say that he will be very lucky if the gadget is still under warranty.
Damage to the tablet
It happens a lot different situations when the iPad is not charging. The reviews that are presented on the Web often describe situations in which the tablet received mechanical damage... This happens quite often. Many users have encountered this problem. In this situation, there can be only one solution - to go to the service center.
Also, problems with charging in the iPad can occur if moisture gets inside the case. Contacts begin to oxidize, which leads to breakdowns. In such a situation, you need to be on the lookout, since moisture can provoke a malfunction that will completely disable the device. As in the first case, the owners will have to seek help from qualified craftsmen.
Charging from a computer
On the web, users often raise the topic that the iPad is slowly charging from a computer. This problem arises not due to breakdown, but in connection with technical characteristics... The fact is that a tablet requires a lot more energy than a smartphone. When the screen is on, the charging will be in place.
If the owner is interested in the time period for which the battery restores its resource up to 100%, then it is recommended to abandon this method by switching the device into an outlet. Otherwise, you can leave the tablet connected via a USB cable, but remember to turn off the screen. This method of charging the battery will take a very long time.
IPad shows it is charging but not charging
By keeping the gadget connected to the mains all night, users may find in the morning that it simply has not charged. In such a situation, the reason must be sought in the battery. As a rule, you will need to reconnect the gadget to power in order to make sure whether the charging icon appears or not. If everything is displayed in standard form, then you need to wait about one hour. Then check if the charge value has changed. If this does not happen, then you need to go to the service center. It will carry out diagnostics and determine exactly what the problem is: the battery or the electronic part of the gadget.
So, having figured out the reasons why the iPad does not charge, you need to try to fix the breakdown. The first thing that can help with this issue is cleaning the charger connector. Professionals advise using a regular toothpick for this. All actions must be very careful, since it is quite easy to damage the contacts. However, if this does not help, and all other methods have already been tried, then you will have to go to the service center for qualified help.
We certainly don't " Mythbusters", But today we will try to dispel the myth that the tablet iPad won't charge from computer... If the iPad is discharged accumulator battery, then almost every user has probably tried two methods of charging the tablet:
- Charging iPad from a 220 Volt network using an adapter
- Charge iPad from a computer using USB
I think that you had no problems with the first method. When you connect your device to an outlet using the supplied USB cable and adapter, iPad starts charging. The charging process is accompanied by an indication of a lightning bolt that appears in the upper right corner.
If not original charging then use USB cables and adapters with MFi certification – .
But sooner or later, any tablet user tries to charge the iPad using the USB interface of a computer or laptop. Having connected the tablet to the computer with a cable, an inscription appears in the upper right corner of the iPad - " No charging". The user's reaction at this moment can be completely different, someone in a panic runs to the store, thinking that he was sold a defective or half-working iPad, and someone is trying to find an answer on the Internet and is now reading this article.
If you are faced with a similar situation, then, of course, you don't need to run anywhere, everything is in order with your tablet. The fact is that the iPad requires more energy to charge than does iPhone example, so the iPad only charges from the computer when it is in lock (standby) mode.
In order to make sure that the tablet is charging when its screen is locked, we decided to conduct an experiment and, using the supplied cable, connected the iPad to various USB ports on the computer:
- USB located on the motherboard, rear system unit
- Front USB connector (/ extension adapter)
In locked mode, the iPad was slowly charging in any of the USB ports. So if the time charging iPad it doesn't matter for you, you can connect the tablet to your computer and charge it slowly, remembering to press the screen lock button (sleep mode). If the screen is unlocked and the USB does not have enough power, then iPad won't charge from USB.
For those who value iPad charging time, use the included network adapter and a 220V outlet, the tablet charges from the outlet the fastest.
If you are a happy owner of an iPad, then sooner or later you will surely face the question of how to properly use and charge the battery on your tablet.
Let's try together to figure out how to prolong the work of the heart of your device.
Battery rules
IPad Battery - How to Use and Charge iPadIn order to extend the battery life, a lot of knowledge is not required, you just need to observe a few simple rules :
- Do not use or store iPad in temperatures below 0 degrees or above +35 degrees. Optimum temperature for operation and storage of the device - from 0 to 30 degrees.
- Do not leave your iPad uncharged for a long period of time (1-2 weeks), otherwise it may not turn on.
- Be sure to use your tablet, don't let it lie idle for a long time fully charged, so the battery capacity can be conserved.
- Discharge and fully charge iPad at least once a month.
- Charge your device properly.
These are five basic rules that you should consider when using your tablet.
How to charge iPad
The tablet can be charged using an adapter that connects to a 220 W outlet (usually included with the device) or from a computer via USB cable.
Charge iPad via adapter. In this case, everything is simple, we connect the iPad to the adapter, then plug it into an outlet, wait full charge devices. This usually takes about 6 hours. 
How to charge iPad - charge iPad with 220W adapter
How to charge iPad from a computer. Everything is just as simple, but there is one "but", you can charge the iPad via USB 2.0 only in standby mode (ie off state), since USB port does not have enough power. Charging using this method can take up to 12 hours, and your computer must be turned on.
How to charge iPad - charge iPad from computer How to properly charge your ipad
According to experts Li-ion batteries, it is better to charge the battery until the moment it complete discharge... The remainder of the charge can be as follows 10% and 40% , but try not to let a smaller discharge. Confirmation of my words can be a message on the iPad at a time when the charge remains less than 20%.
I want to draw your attention to the fact that there is a rumor that overcharging the battery has an extremely negative effect on its condition, but this is not entirely true. Everything famous manufacturers a special circuit has been built into the battery for a long time, which allows it to be protected from overcharging.
Also earlier, in metal hydride batteries, the effect was observed "Memory" incomplete charging, but this effect is very negligible in current generation batteries.
Battery capacity in iPad
- On iPad 3 contains two batteries connected by a common capacity 24.8 Wh., which is approximately 6.613mAh... The operating time of a tablet with such a battery is approximately 10 hours.
- On iPad 4 this capacity is increased by almost 2 times and thus equals 42 Wh which corresponds to 11.666mAh... Despite the large capacity of the battery, its operating time is about 10 hours, and all due to the fact that the internals of the device consume much more energy.
How to save battery power on iPad and get longer battery life?
Let's take a look at how you can save battery power while using your tablet.
Display. This is the most gluttonous element that consumes the device's power the most. The brightness settings can be used to reduce this consumption. The brighter the display, the more battery consumption, the dimmer, the less. Thus, your task is to adjust this parameter to suit your eye. To do this, you need to go to "Settings" - "Brightness"... A slider will appear in front of you, by moving which you can change the value this parameter.
Stay tuned for firmware updates. Try to update the firmware as it comes out new version, since the company is constantly working to improve certain functions that in one way or another may affect the consumption of the charge.
Turn off your 3G adapter. Turn off this adapter when you don't need it at all or when there is an alternative to wi-fi. It (3G) consumes too many resources. 
Turn off the Wi-Fi adapter. This will save you some of the charge. To turn off Wi-Fi go to "Settings" - "Wi-Fi" and change the position of the switch to "Off" ("Off").
Turn on Airplane Mode. If you are out of range 3G or Wi-Fi Signals , then use the function "Air mode"- it will allow you to save more on your battery usage. Go to "Settings", in the left menu, the very first item in the list will be "Airplane mode", change the switch to "On" ("On").
Disable "Notifications"... Over time, the iPad becomes overgrown with applications, some of them constantly send some kind of notifications to your screen. By disabling them, you can extend the time iPad work... Go to "Settings" - "Notifications" and turn off everything that we do not need.
Disable "Location Services"... Pay attention to those programs that are constantly interested in your location. Disable some of them that do not need this function at all. Go to "Settings" - "Location services".
Disable "Bluetooth". "Settings" - "General" - "Bluetooth" - "Off".
Turn on auto-lock mode. Be sure to include this mode... Set the values to the smallest interval "2 min." "Settings" - "General" - "Auto-lock" - "Auto-Lock"... This way we can force the iPad to turn itself off when we stop using it.
Disable unnecessary sounds. For example, the sounds of the keyboard, turning the device on and off. Go to "Settings" - "General" - "Sounds" - "Sounds" and turn off all unnecessary.
Take away automatic check mail and delete mailboxes which you are not using. "Settings" - "Mail, Contacts, Calendars" - "Fetch New Data", here we change the position "Push" on the "Off" ("Off") and set the boot parameter "Manual".
If you have questions, comments or your additions, leave them in the comments.
Tricky question. How many hours does your iPad last?
Published: 30.07.2013 00:00 how to charge iPad to avoid serious problems. This small overview is a continuation of the started topic. We'll tell you if you can charge your tablet from a computer.
Not so long ago, in the news, you could read a lot of news on the topic “ iPhone exploded while charging ”, etc. And now the company itself Apple once again reminded us to use only original chargers. Therefore, we also focus your attention on this. This is what the original charger looks like for iPad.
It is both a charger and usb -the wire. The wire is inserted into the socket of the unit itself and, if necessary, it can always be pulled out to connect iPad to computer.
If you have a need, then, in principle, you can charge your tablet from a computer. We connect it with usb - wires to usb -port of any computer. To speed up the charging process, you should turn off the tablet and not use it. But even in this case, the tablet will take a very long time to charge.
It will be much easier to find an opportunity to charge your iPad from the outlet. If you forgot your charger, you can try to find a charger from other owners. iPad. But only iPad ! Somehow I tried to charge iPad using a charger from iPhone ... Even at the end of the working day, it was not fully charged. Although if there is no other option, then this one will do.
Of course the most The best way it is to take the charger for iPad and plug it into a regular 220-volt outlet.
Users of modern mobile devices accustomed to the fact that they can charge their electronic "friends" in two ways - using a connecting cable, charger and socket, or using a connecting cable and USB port of a PC. However, the second method cannot be called convenient - the computer replenishes the resources of the device much slower than the outlet, and in the case of the iPad, the process is so slow that the inscription “No charging” appears next to the charge indicator.
Of course, the owner of the Apple tablet has a question - is it possible to charge the iPad from a computer at all? We will delight you - you can! But the recharge will move at such a meager speed that it will take almost a day to fully charge! But why does the iPad write - "No charging", because even at a scanty speed, it goes? And is it possible to speed up the process of charging a gadget? We will answer these questions in this article!
For quick charge iPad requires a current of 1.2 A, while the standard USB ports of a Windows computer, as a rule, give out about 0.5 A, and this value is much lower than the minimum threshold acceptable value required to start the make-up. That is why the “charge” command does not work in the “head” of the tablet, about which it carefully notifies the user.
It is noteworthy that by connecting the iPad to a computer or laptop from Apple, you will not encounter a similar situation, because their USBs give out a lot of current, and the device is safely charging. Of course, not as fast as from the outlet, but much faster than in a day.
However, in our country, not many people use Mac computers. What should Windows PC owners do? How to charge iPad quickly if charging block forgotten or lost, and the USB port of the computer is the only possible source recharge? Use the guidelines below.
How to accelerate the charge?
We are looking for the "strongest" USB port
We mentioned above that the standard USB port Windows computer produces an average current of 0.5 A, but it is interesting that in different sockets it can be very different. At the same time, as a rule, in the connectors located on the rear wall of the system unit, it is larger than in the front ports.
Therefore, the first recommendation is as follows - try to find the "strongest" port, perhaps there is one on your PC, when connected to which the inscription "No charging" will disappear. If it does not disappear when connected to any USB, we advise you to leave the tablet connected to one of the ports on the back wall, even if in your case the current in it will be slightly higher.
We "unload" the iPad as much as possible
The less the tablet "spends", the faster it will charge - this is logical, so the second step that needs to be taken to speed up the device is to "unload" it as much as possible - close all applications running in the background, activate the air mode, block the device and do not use it.
To activate the air mode - unlock the tablet, swipe up from the bottom and in the "curtain" that appears quick control activate the airplane icon - just tap on it. In this mode, all wireless functions devices.
Installing a special program
The above two ways to speed up iPad charging, unfortunately, will only help marginally. If this state of affairs does not suit you, you need to move on to more drastically- installation of a special program that can cleverly redistribute the PC's energy, "feeding" a current greater than 0.5 A to the USB port. Such utilities can strengthen the USB connector even up to 2A.
However, you need to be careful with them, because if at a reduced current the maximum that threatens you is not enough fast speed charge, but with an increased charge, both the internal elements of the PC and the iPad may suffer.
The most popular program to increase the current on USB ports is called Ai Charger, developed by its well-known ASUS... It, according to the official description and user reviews, is very convenient and safe.
The utility only needs to be installed and rebooted, then when the computer is turned on, it will always start on its own, and it will also independently read devices connected to USB and give them the required amperage.
By the way, a special plus of the program is the fact that it can charge the device even if the PC is in sleep mode. If you are charging iPad without the program, you will need to constantly take care that the PC does not "fall asleep".
We buy a special cable
Of course, advice to get special cable for fast charging iPad is not very appropriate when you need to energize the gadget here and now, and there is absolutely no time to run to the store. However, you should be aware that such things exist.
What is a Quick Charge Cable? On one side of it there is a standard connector for the iPad, on the other there are two USB - which means that the tablet can be connected to two sockets at once, thus doubling the current.
Let's summarize
Well, now you know how to charge iPad from a PC and understand what methods can be used to make the charging process fast. Unfortunately, the first two methods will not help you speed up charging significantly, and the last one requires either you have a special cable or time to find and buy it - you can just as well buy a new iPad charger and easily charge the device from the outlet.
So in conditions when you need to get a charged tablet urgently and there is no time for shopping, you have only one way out - to use special program... Just do not forget - not all of them are safe - the one that we recommend has a bunch of positive feedback and a proven developer, and therefore if you already decided to use special utility, download ASUS development!
