Acer Aspire Switch 10

[mikey4444]

I have one of these beasties, and the battery life isn't brilliant. I have looked on ebay to see if I can get an in-car charger, but I haven't had much success.

I am away from home for a few hours every day, and I was chased out of ASDA yesterday, for plugging it into one of their sockets !

Can anyone help ?

[mikey4444]

Ellipsis....unfortunately, this beastie has internal batteries and I can't just pop another one in. I shall persevere with my quest.

[retrocop]

ummmm
I have found that most outlets that advertise free Wi-Fi are happy to allow plug ins,but it is polite to ask beforehand. If your uncle's pub has no Wi-Fi then it is a ruddy cheek to steal his electricity.
Sadly manners are on the decline.

[ummmm]

It does have wi-fi and my uncle would have happily let him charge his phone...if he'd made a purchase.

[retrocop]

ummmm
You didn't mention he hadn't even bought a drink. Double cheek.
Mikey
Why continue with your quest. The links I have provided for you are for the model you displayed in your title OP. An Acer Aspire Switch 10 !! Not the 10E

[hc4361]

retrocop, at 1.5 amp I don't think that charger will charge the tablet whilst it is being used. It MIGHT be okay if the tablet is switched off.

I have a Nexus 7 and a 1.5 was utterly useless. I had to buy a 3a - the same power as the one in SlackAlice's link.

[mikey4444]

Thanks Retro...that looks like what I wanted. But I don't use Amazon, and over £20 seems a bit steep.

[hc4361]

Take your machine to Maplins and ask for a 5A charger, mikey.

[retrocop]

You get what you should pay for. When has any techie accessory been cheap unless it is a sweat shop knock off ?

[mikey4444]

Thanks hc !

[mikey4444]

HC...I have looked on the mains charger, and it says "output 12v 1.5A....if I connect a 5A charger, could it damage the Acer ?

[hc4361]

No, it won't - but I don't think a 1.5 A will be powerful enough

[hc4361]

Ooops, didn't read your question properly. Ignore my previous answer

[retrocop]

http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2051541.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.XAcer+Aspire+Switch+10+car+charger.TRS0&_nkw=Acer+Aspire+Switch+10+car+charger&_sacat=0

This is Flea- bay. If you cannot find one on this link I suggest you buy an ASUS T100 Transformer and ditch your Acer.

[mikey4444]

hc...a few last questions if I may !

So, if I get a 1.5A, or a 5A in-car charger, its shouldn't do any damage to the ACER....hope I have that correct !

Even if a 1.5A will do the job, a 5A will do it quicker....have a got that right ?

Polarity will have to be the same though, won't it ? The polarity is quite clearly marked on the mains charger....outer negative, inner positive.

[retrocop]

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Acer Aspire Switch 10 Pro
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//This Replacement Tablet DC Power Adapter/Car Charger for your Tablet computer enables you to operate your Tablet or charge the battery from your Car Cigarette lighter. If you are running your Tablet on DC power with a battery installed, the adapter charges the battery (if needed) and maintains its charge. When the system is off, the DC adapter will charge the battery and then maintain its charge.//

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•Input Voltage: 12V DC


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•Output Amperage: 1.5A


•Plug Size: 3.0mm X 1.1mm


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[mikey4444]

Thanks Retro....a bit cheaper and not Amazon !

[hc4361]

I'm interested to know why you won't shop Amazon, mikey.

[ummmm]

Tax dodgers?

[mikey4444]

HC...If I tell you, I may be embroiled in a long ranging discussion with someone..... But I will anyway !

They treat their staff appallingly, and they don't see the need to pay any/enough taxes in Britain.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-25034598

https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2013/dec/01/week-amazon-insider-feature-treatment-employees-work

Anyway, there is always an alternative to Amazon, as Retro has kindly shown me.

[hc4361]

Many eBay sellers don't pay UK tax either, mikey.