When connected to my Mac my iPad says "not charging", but it does seem to sync.  What am I doing wrong?

My iPad says "not charging" when connected to my Mac, but it does seemo sync.  What am I missing?

A lot of computers (especially older ones) generally do not provide enough power to their USB ports to charge the iPad at a sufficient rate - it may still be charging slowly, and should be a bit quicker if the iPad's screen is off (if you leave it for a while and then disconnect it from your computer you may find that it's battery percentage has gone up). The wall charger is usually the most efficient way to charge the iPad.

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    My I pad 3 is showing not charging when trying to charge it. Can anyone help?

    Try this first - Reset the iPad by holding down on the Sleep and Home buttons at the same time for about 10-15 seconds until the Apple Logo appears - ignore the red slider - let go of the buttons. (This is equivalent to rebooting your computer.)
    And this - Unplug the charger from the iPad and then replug. May resume charging.
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    Apple recommends that once a month you let the iPad fully discharge & then recharge to 100%.
    How to Calibrate Your Mac, iPhone, or iPad Battery
    http://www.macblend.com/how-to-calibrate-your-mac-iphone-or-ipad-battery/
    At this link http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/galaxy-tab-android-tablet,3014-11.html , tests show that the iPad 2 battery (25 watt-hours) will charge to 90% in 3 hours 1 minute. It will charge to 100% in 4 hours 2 minutes. The new iPad has a larger capacity battery (42 watt-hours), so using the 10W charger will obviously take longer. If you are using your iPad while charging, it will take even longer. It's best to turn your new iPad OFF and charge over night. Also look at The iPad's charging challenge explained http://www.macworld.com/article/1150356/ipadcharging.html
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    http://allthingsd.com/20120327/apple-ipad-battery-nothing-to-get-charged-up-abou t/
    Apple Explains New iPad's Continued Charging Beyond 100% Battery Level
    http://www.macrumors.com/2012/03/27/apple-explains-new-ipads-continued-charging- beyond-100-battery-level/
    New iPad Takes Much Longer to Charge Than iPad 2
    http://www.iphonehacks.com/2012/03/new-ipad-takes-much-longer-to-charge-than-ipa d-2.html
    Apple Batteries - iPad http://www.apple.com/batteries/ipad.html
    Extend iPad Battery Life (Look at pjl123 comment)
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3921324?tstart=30
    New iPad Slow to Recharge, Barely Charges During Use
    http://www.pcworld.com/article/252326/new_ipad_slow_to_recharge_barely_charges_d uring_use.html
    Best Practices for iPad Battery Charging
    http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/best-practices-for-ipad-batte ry-charging/
    Tips About Charging for New iPad 3
    http://goodscool-electronics.blogspot.com/2012/04/tips-about-charging-for-new-ip ad-3.html
    How to Save and Prolong the battery life of your new ipad
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4480944?tstart=0
    Prolong battery lifespan for iPad / iPad 2 / iPad 3: charging tips
    http://thehowto.wikidot.com/prolong-battery-lifespan-for-ipad
    iPhone, iPod, Using the iPad Charger
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4327
    Install and use Battery Doctor HD
    http://itunes.apple.com/tw/app/battery-doctor-hd/id459702901?mt=8
    To Extend a Device’s Battery Life, Get to Know It Better
    http://tinyurl.com/b67c7xz
    iPad Battery Replacement
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    In rare instances when using the Camera Connection Kit, you may notice that iPad does not charge after using the Camera Connection Kit. Disconnecting and reconnecting the iPad from the charger will resolve this issue.
     Cheers, Tom

  • IPad says not charging but it is just slow

    I have an iPad3?it says its not charging but it is just very slow it been charging for 12 hours but its. Only at 52%

    PLug your charger to the wall socket. USB port generally do not supply enough current to charge the iPad.

  • My iPad 4 says not charging but it does slowly charge . I got it replaced on sat but the new one is the same . I have tried using a different power outlet and it is the same so it appears to be an issue with the new iPad

    Can anyone help .my new iPad notes not charging when it is in fact slowly charging.  I had it replaced 2 days ago but the new one has the same issue.it would appear this is a common issue with ipad4.can anyone advise on how to get over this problem. .thanks

    Found this thread by searching the forum. I hope it helps.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/5471311

  • Why does my ipad say "not charging" when plugged in?

    Why does my ipad say "not charging," when plugged in?

    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4060
    Read the KB article.  Make sure you are using the 10W adapter that came with the iPad or a High-Power USB 2.0 port.

  • When I plug my iPad up to charge it says not charging, and my battery drains very quickly what can I do to fix?

    When I plug my iPad up to charge it says not charging, and my battery drains very quickly what can I do to fix?

    There are two different types of adapters by Apple that look similar. One is a 5 Watt adapter used with iPhones and iPods. The other is a 10 Watt adapter used with the iPad. Other than looking at the text on the adapter, which is hard to read, you can tell the different by looking at the socket the pin part plugs into the adapter. The 5 Watt has two notches and the 10 Watt has only one notch.
    Make sure you use the 10 Watt adapter with an iPad.

  • I got a iphone 4 , and it says its charging but it wont power on ? what do i do ?

    i got a iphone 4 , it says its charging but doesnt power on ? -_- what do i do?

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    macbook pro says not charging but still the battery is charging

    This isn't reference in any of the online support material that I've seen. Do you have a link to support this? Just curious is all.
    I had a similar issue on my wife's '09 MBP. Initially I thought it was the battery seeing as it's an older machine, but we tried resetting the SMC (after a bunch of other suggestions) and that seems to have done the trick.

  • Hi i just got my new ipad today and it was on i don't why but its new and when i plug it into my computer at the top of the ipad says not charging how can i make it charge?

    new ipad won't charge but i can download everytthing but the top says not charging and its at 20%

    That is perfectly normal with the new iPad. Your USB port does not supply enough power to charge the iPad. This is copied from Apple's web site about the iPad battery.
    Charging Tips
    The quickest way to charge your iPad is with the included 10W USB Power Adapter. iPad will also charge, although more slowly, when attached to a computer with a high-power USB port (many recent Mac computers) or with an iPhone Power Adapter. When attached to a computer via a standard USB port (most PCs or older Mac computers) iPad will charge, but only when it's in sleep mode. Make sure your computer is on while charging iPad via USB. If iPad is connected to a computer that’s turned off or is in sleep or standby mode, the iPad battery will continue to drain.
    You can read the rest of it here.
    http://www.apple.com/batteries/ipad.html

  • HT5012 Why my iPad says not charging..what can I do about this??

    My iPad is connected to my lab top for the 1st time and it says "Not Charging" what can I do about this?

    This is normal, as the USB ports on most computers do not provide sufficient current to charge the iPad properly. It is best to charge it with the included high power adapter.

  • Ipad icon not charging but plugged correctly

    My new ipad2 shows the  battery icon Not Charging but is correctly plugged, even tried different cables and into the wall and computer. Any hint ?

    The quickest way to charge your iPad is with the included 10W USB Power Adapter. iPad will also charge, although more slowly, when attached to a computer with a high-power USB port (many recent Mac computers) or with an iPhone Power Adapter. When attached to a computer via a standard USB port (most PCs or older Mac computers) iPad will charge very slowly (but iPad indicates not charging). Make sure your computer is on while charging iPad via USB. If iPad is connected to a computer that’s turned off or is in sleep or standby mode, the iPad battery will continue to drain.
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    At this link http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/galaxy-tab-android-tablet,3014-11.html , tests show that the iPad 2 battery will charge to 90% in 3 hours 1 minute. It will charge to 100% in 4 hours 2 minutes.
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  • My ipad is not charging with 10W usb power adaptor ? what are the causes?

    My Ipad is not charging with the 10 W USB Power Adaptor Charger ? Please tell me .....What can be the issues with solutions to resolve them ? Even when the USB is connected to computer it is not charging , however , the transfer of data is taking place including Sync. Is there a problem with the charger or the ipad please isolate & inform. Thanks.

    1. Clean docking port with clean paint brush
    2. Try another cable
    3. Try another charger

  • Macbook says not charging, but is plugged in

    I just picked up my MacBook from its repait at the Apple store. They replaced the bottom and middle aluminium pieces.
    Right when I get home I plugged my computer in and it says that is not charging. The cable is plugged in but it says not charging. I have tried it with another charger and it also says the same thing so I know it is a problem with the computer.
    I have tried resetting the PRAM and the SMC and still nothing works. My software is up to date. Is there anything else I can do to try to fix this before I have to take a trip to the Apple Store?
    Thanks in advance for any help.

    Keep it connected to the main and see what happens.
    Resetting SMC was the right thing to do.
    If it still remains at "not charging" you will have to take another trip to the Apple store.
    Best.

  • Powerbook Pro icon says not charging, but actually is

    The icon on the top says "not charging" when plugged into AC adaptor. It actually is charging and periodicatlly says percentage, but then other times says not charging. Is the AC adaptor broken? Doesn't happen to my adaptor at home, only at work.

    The iPad charger is 10W
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    Try a reset. Hold the Sleep and Home button down (together) for about 10 seconds until you see the Apple logo. Ignore the red slider.

  • Charging issues - display says not charging - but actually is!

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    Anyone have any suggestions about why it's doing this and how to fix it?
    I have tried multiple different chargers in wall and different computers also with same result.

    The iPad charger is 10W
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