Just purchased the Aspire S7 191. I bought it for it's light weight and portability. The power cords are large, clunky and heavy. Not at all suitable for international travel. Is there any way I can charge the computer up using a different USB power cord setup? Not all countries use the US pin configuration. I love the computer and would love to keep, but the power supply weighs just less than the computer.I would appreciate any avice that can be offered.Secondly ( excuse my ignorance), but does the supplied mouse need a nano received to work, or will it work on it's own without one?Thank youA confused senior Just purchased the Aspire S7 191. I bought it for it's light weight and portability. The power cords are large, clunky and heavy. Not at all suitable for international travel. Is there... » Read More Just purchased the Aspire S7 191. I bought it for it's light weight and portability. The power cords are large, clunky and heavy. Not at all suitable for international travel. Is there any way I can charge the computer up using a different USB power cord setup? Not all countries use the US pin configuration. I love the computer and would love to keep, but the power supply weighs just less than the computer.I would appreciate any avice that can be offered.Secondly ( excuse my ignorance), but does the supplied mouse need a nano received to work, or will it work on it's own without one?Thank youA confused senior « Show Less
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USB charging devices won't provide the needed power to charge S7. The included adapter is about as small as you are likely to find. The included mouse is Bluetooth so no dongle s needed. The mouse is a bit large and is pretty basic in appearance and looks out of place to the sleek ans sexy S7
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I don't know if there is a lighter option for the charger, BUT, I asume some incovenience vs advantage: Price vs features, cool design, screen resolution, iluminated keyboard, ultrafast startup, second battery, cool cover, etc. The bluetooth mouse does not need a nano receiver (nano receiver mice are not bluetooth). Bluetooth mice gives you the advantage of having your usb ports available for another purpose (and this ultrabook just comes with 2 usb ports).
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Thank you for the response. What do I need on the Laptop. Not very Computer literate, bet you could tell that. :-)
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Unfortunately that's really not how it works. In order to charge any laptop, netbook, etc. you need to connect to its power input port. What you are looking for is something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Energizer-XP18000-Universal-External-Netbooks/dp/B002K8M9HC It is a much higher capacity device than this one and the biggest difference is that it comes with a cable and tips for plugging into a laptop's input power port, not just a USB port.
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NO, your laptop won't have enough power. I tried that, it didn't work for me. Make sure you tell them to give you a U.S. adapter if you order it because you will get one from ASIA, if you don't.
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power cords like all made in USA electronics will need a UK adapter. The cable to connect to your computer is what it is and is universal USB connector. Don't see the problem?.
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When I searched for my power supply I enter the name of the computer and it told me what charger would work. That is how I ended up the Power+. I would suggest that you do the same if you are buying this through AMAZON. Sorry I can't be more help than that.
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I wouldn't use it if it were me. The only way I would use it would be if Acer personnel told me *directly* that it was made by them and had been confirmed by them to be compatible with the laptop. I say that because I suspect that what you got isn't an Acer at all, but a copycat.I got a copycat when I ordered a battery for my Acer laptop on Amazon. It didn't damage my laptop, but when it's installed it won't take a charge - period!
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by all means get the larger one. It will charge your laptop faster. It will also have less likelihood of being a subpar device.the only difference between getting the bigger and smaller ones would be that's a smaller one is somewhat lighter but really not enough to make a difference especially when you consider performance.I work on machines as my profession. I almost never see a burnt out 90 watt power supply . . . most of the burnt out power supplies that I see are 65 watt power supplies.Good luck!
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Your biggest issue will be the electric connection... plug and wiring capacity. If you have a proper UK power supply from Fujitsu and the machine is capable of handling your power (not sure if you are 225 or 110) then you should have no problem. This is a question for Fujitsu. You may need to be sure that you are getting a UK unit and not a USA unit. Once installed, it is a great machine and easy to use. It accommodates many sizes of paper as the guides are infinitely adjustable horizontally.
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Hi Phil, For some reason when I order this Unit I was sent a device that was set-up for International / Other Countries. The Unit came with an AC Adapter / Charger that had the plugs that are common in Europe, included also in the box was an AC Converter adapter to match and mate with the plugs used in the USA. This caused a whole series of problems for me because it wouldn't re-charge the Battery beyond 65%. When I spoke to Sony the service people told me to do an entire Software System Upgrade. I followed their directions and it did not solve the problem. Only until I used my Computer to Charge the Tablet did I determine that the International version charger along with the US Converter was the problem. I have requested from Sony that they send me a normal USA version AC Charger Unit and its coming in the mail. So my advise to you if you're in the States is to make sure they don't send you a Unit that is sold abroad (i.e. Internationally).
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The power cord comes with a separate adapter that can be configured to several different shaped receptacles to fit the country that you are in. You have to choose one and install it to the plug in order to plug it in. When I first received my computer, the adapter was missing and I had to send it back and get a new one.
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My recommendation would be to buy a different one altogether. I returned it due to poor battery memory. But you will need an adapter for anything you take to europe.
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Hello there - I am doing my own search for external power for an ASUS slider, which has the same issue of requiring 15V input. I am looking into multi-output battery pack / laptop battery packs. They are more expensive and larger than the others I have (Newtrent, powerGen), and do NOT have the 15V USB out so would need some type of conversion cable. Will let you know what I end up with and if it works. I am contacting a few of the laptop brands to see if they will work with ASUS tablet. Good Luck!RJ
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Gary, I do have a question you might be able to answer for me. Since I'm home a lot using the netbook, should I conserve my battery as I'd seen someone mention elsewhere? Is is best to remove the battery and use the power cord to do so? Is that harmful in any way to battery life or computer?
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The included wall wart charger says "100-240VAC, 100mA, 50-60Hz", so yes, it is an international charger that'll work anywhere. Most all chargers are like this now.It has a USA/ Japan style 2-prong plug on it (if you buy it in the USA), so to use it anywhere other than those places you'd need the appropriate adaptor to plug it in.As Stuart said above however, it charges with the standard 5 volt USB, so you can get a "USB to Micro USB cable" (available here on Amazon for less than $3.00). and just charge it off of your computer's USB port. Be sure to get a "Micro" USB cable though, not a "Mini" USB cable. The included wall wart charger says "100-240VAC, 100mA, 50-60Hz", so yes, it is an international charger that'll work anywhere. Most all chargers are like this now.It has a USA/ Japan style 2-prong plug on it (if you buy it in the USA), so to use it anywhere other than those places you'd need the appropriate adaptor to plug it in.As Stuart said above however, it charges with the standard 5 volt USB, so you can get a "USB to Micro USB cable" (available here on Amazon for less than $3.00). and just charge it off of your computer's USB port. Be sure to get... » Read More The included wall wart charger says "100-240VAC, 100mA, 50-60Hz", so yes, it is an international charger that'll work anywhere. Most all chargers are like this now.It has a USA/ Japan style 2-prong plug on it (if you buy it in the USA), so to use it anywhere other than those places you'd need the appropriate adaptor to plug it in.As Stuart said above however, it charges with the standard 5 volt USB, so you can get a "USB to Micro USB cable" (available here on Amazon for less than $3.00). and just charge it off of your computer's USB port. Be sure to get a "Micro" USB cable though, not a "Mini" USB cable. « Show Less
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That is the rub with tablets: they all seem to use a proprietary power plug, and adapter. The one with the Acer Iconia is actually a micro usb, but they have it attached to the cord in a proprietary way and the power adapter is unique to the Iconia. So, if you need a second one, order it from Acer or elsewhere online. I actually broke the one that came with the unit by forgetting it was plugged in, picking it up and walking away with it plugged in. Which broke the plugin part. I ordered a second one, which showed up before the tablet's battery was depleted.
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I am even wondering: was this mess with the batteries intended to attract customers anxious to receive "unadvertised" bigger batteries just to boost initial sales? I am sorry for those who are now starting to receive the "standard" 4400 mAh battery. But I want to comfort you: even while I have the bigger 5800 mAh one, it seems almost impossible to me to drain even 60% of it in a real life student usage. I never carry an ac adapter with me anymore because I consistently get at least 5 min. per every 1% of battery power I have, with wifi turned on and on 60% of brightness. When wifi is occasionally off, it comes up to more than 6 min. per 1%. So, even if you will get 75% of this, it will still carry you through the whole day of classes and an evening in a starbucks. Anyways, I would not trade acer for asus even if I got smaller battery, because acer has unparalleled screen in terms of clarity and brightness.