Why Does My iPad Say Not Charging

Apple Company is very strict about licensing authorized iPad accessories. This policy is maintained by codes built into the hardware, which the iPad checks before agreeing to work with the peripheral.

                   

iPhone Power Adapter

The iPhone’s 10-Watt USB power adapter is rated at 1-amp, which is twice that of ordinary USB ports and most generic USB adapters. Depending on the level of the iPad’s battery, the iPhone power adapter will be enough to charge the iPad. Remember to turn off the ipad while charging, and it will take longer to achieve a full charge than the original charger.

USB Ports

Do not like the new computers, most computers, peripheral equipment such as printers and stereos and older USB ports only supply a 500 Milliamps (mA) current which isn’t enough to charge the iPad while it’s in use and the device with therefore display the “Not Charging” warning on the home screen. It will charge — albeit more slowly than with its high-powered own mains adapter — if it is switched off, however.

Generic USB Adapters

If using a generic USB adapter, it must still be confirmed compatible with the iPad in order to charge it. Check with the manufacturer that the adapter is indeed compatible with the iPad and that its current supply is no less that 1-amp. Usually, an iPad charger will be rated at a minimum of 2-amps. Sometimes, if the charger has not been authorized by Apple, it could be lacking the proper hardware compatibility codes and the iPad will refuse to charge, regardless of whether the charger can supply the required power levels, giving you the “Not Charging” warning.