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StevieT

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#303324 1-Feb-2023 12:46
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Purchased an iPad Pro and am wondering if this Belkin USB-A to USB-C cable is suitable to connect the device to my Windows laptop with only USB-A ports (to transfer files), in addition to using the cable to charge the iPad if a USB-A port is available (the iPad comes with a 20 W charger, and the cable supports 3 A charging).

 

Having reviewed this web page, would I best to go for something like an Apple USB-C to USB adapter, and buy a separate USB-A to USB-A cable?

 

[originally posted here, didn't see this sub-forum at the time!]


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  #3030392 1-Feb-2023 14:29
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USB-A to USB-A is a standard USB extension cable, not a lot of use for your requirement.

To connect the iPad to your Windows PC, pretty much any A to C cable will work. For fast charging from a suitable USB PD charger, use a USB-C to USB-C or a Thunderbolt cable. Thunderbolt looks the same but is capable of up to 40GB/s data transfer rate & far better video output.

There won't be any noticeable difference connected to your laptop for content management. For charging the iPad, use USB-C to C & a PD charger.




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