does this device need a power adapter to work or should it work by connecting to tablet without power cord.
2038167
No. This device does not need external power. Direct plug and play ( like a thumb drive)
2038168
Not necessary, just plug in the tablet. But doesn´t work for External Hard Drive, just flash drive.
2038169
Works great. No power required. Adapter is not included. I wonder if powered, will it charge a note 10.1 tablet
10476
It does not provide power to any device. It is powered but does not provide power (other than through the USB ports)
2268575
It gets power from the tablet, so you will need the right adapter USB cord, usually a micro or mini one it depends on your tablet my tablet was a mini one. It's a female USB OTG cable like this: C&E CNE28224 USB 2.0 A Female to Micro B Male Adapter Cable Micro USB Host Mode OTG Cable .
458955
No. The power adapter is only needed if the devices connected to it require more power than the port on the computer can provide.
609665
I didn't get a charger with my tablet. But, i use my usb plug charger from my cell phone. It works fine.
561947
Travis, this charger supplies 5v at up to 2.1 amps. Does your tablet require a 5v power supply? If yes, then does it require more than 2.1 Amps? If no, then this will work. If it requires other than 5 volts, this one won't work. If you wish, please send me the model number of the tablet, then I could check. The power info is on the sticker on the tablet and/or in the specs if you do a search for the model number.
1904848
The tablet comes with a usb converter cord, which you can attach to a mini usb cord to use with the tablet. I've done this a few times. Works just fine.
860449
Yes, you need a power adapter for it to work, and it is included in the shipping box. Remember, this is ONLY A CASE, not a harddrive.
1444888
No, you do not need an adapter. The tablet sit inside and you connect the USB, and the keyboard works. I was pleased with the purchase. Hope this helps you...
277160
You can plug it into two things. 1- Your computer which should have powered USB ports. Or 2 - Use a POWERED USB adapter to charge almost every item that requires that you use a USB cable to charge it. I use a 7 Port POWERED USB adapter to charge this lighted and all of my tablets that use a USB cable to charge with. Hope this answers your question for you. Alex K.
250005
IF thew tablet has a standard usb port YES if it is a mini usb you will need an adapter.
1714544
Mine has a power in and a USB. The tablet itself has a micro SD slot on it.
855993
Mine personally does not plug directly into my tablet. I have an extra cord to plug into my tablet to the us cord. I find this very inconvient. I have to carry this cord with me.
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Depends. usually cheap tablets don't support it. what you're looking for is called USB OTG or just OTG (on the go). Do a quick google search for the model number or store you bought it from. Alternatively, there's an android app mentioned here http://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-tell-if-your-android-phone-or-tablet-supports-usb-on-the-go/that will tell you one way or another. (it is android, right?) Good luck!UPDATE: Just because it fits, doesn't mean for sure that it will work! The hardware manufacturer has to allow power draw and a "host" mode to be able to connect to other USB devices. Depends. usually cheap tablets don't support it. what you're looking for is called USB OTG or just OTG (on the go). Do a quick google search for the model number or store you bought it from. Alternatively, there's an android app mentioned here http://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-tell-if-your-android-phone-or-tablet-supports-usb-on-the-go/that will tell you one way or another. (it is android, right?) Good luck!UPDATE: Just because it fits, doesn't mean for sure that it will work! The hardware manufacturer has to allow power... » Read More Depends. usually cheap tablets don't support it. what you're looking for is called USB OTG or just OTG (on the go). Do a quick google search for the model number or store you bought it from. Alternatively, there's an android app mentioned here http://www.cnet.com/how-to/how-to-tell-if-your-android-phone-or-tablet-supports-usb-on-the-go/that will tell you one way or another. (it is android, right?) Good luck!UPDATE: Just because it fits, doesn't mean for sure that it will work! The hardware manufacturer has to allow power draw and a "host" mode to be able to connect to other USB devices. « Show Less
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Yes, please keep in mind that tablets that does not have a USB host port will need an adapter.
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The unit comes with a power adapter but you don't need to use it. I have a ext HD, wireless mouse/ keyboard combo controller and my UPS USB cable hooked up to it without the power adapter plugged in.
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Please make sure that the adapter is connected to the AC power ( home charger ) 2.1A that was supplied with your tablet.