Barebone NUC with type-c charging

[caterham7]

hi, currently using a xiaomi notebook to connect to 2 monitors

thinking of switching to a barebone NUC, but is there a NUC which supports charging via type-c?

did a search online, couldn't find at the moment

reason for this is the power adaptor for NUCs are usually proprietary, if suddenly the adaptor die, then GG. Xiaomi notebook charges via type-c [USB-PD], which is convenient, cos theoretically any type-c charger [45w & above] can charge it

 

[ZrE0_Cha0s]

Not that I known of currently have such support.

 

[watzup_ken]

I feel mosst manufacturers don't use Type C charging because,
1) Fear that people will use cheap charger or cable that may kill it, or affect the performance
2) Good way to make you buy a charger from them.

 

[Godeau]

hi, currently using a xiaomi notebook to connect to 2 monitors

thinking of switching to a barebone NUC, but is there a NUC which supports charging via type-c?

did a search online, couldn't find at the moment

reason for this is the power adaptor for NUCs are usually proprietary, if suddenly the adaptor die, then GG. Xiaomi notebook charges via type-c [USB-PD], which is convenient, cos theoretically any type-c charger [45w & above] can charge it

None. Because NUCs do not have built in batteries. The correct term to use would be usb powered computers.

 

[wwenze]

Doubtful any will exist. USB is not a secure connector, any shaking can cause a disconnect. This is okay if the product has its own backup power.

 

[xiaowhois]

dont think there is any too

 

[caterham7]

Thanks, will stick to type-c notebooks then...

 

[caterham7]

finally found a NUC/mini-PC that supports charging via usb-pd

http://www.pepper-jobs.com/en/shop/cate/mini-pc

 

[caterham7]

Found another mini pc that can be powered via type-c
http://www.minix.us/products/J50C-4.html

 

[rerear]

Able to charge mini PC with Ugreen GaN 100W charger?

Mini PC
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1be22e8dSJ0RlK&id=564185703343&_u=a1nn3tt6b9fa
Convert DC jack to female type-C
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?sp...fiPqP&id=651006569603&ns=1&abbucket=13#detail

 

[Entry Level PC]

hi, currently using a xiaomi notebook to connect to 2 monitors
thinking of switching to a barebone NUC, but is there a NUC which supports charging via type-c?
did a search online, couldn't find at the moment
reason for this is the power adaptor for NUCs are usually proprietary, if suddenly the adaptor die, then GG. Xiaomi notebook charges via type-c [USB-PD], which is convenient, cos theoretically any type-c charger [45w & above] can charge it

Power Adapter usually are rock solid.
Your NUC die liao, Power Adapter also won't die.

 

[NightRaven49]

Able to charge mini PC with Ugreen GaN 100W charger?

Mini PC
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1be22e8dSJ0RlK&id=564185703343&_u=a1nn3tt6b9fa
Convert DC jack to female type-C
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?sp...fiPqP&id=651006569603&ns=1&abbucket=13#detail

sounds like an interesting proposition, though have to make sure the adaptor can handle the power also ah.

 

[Entry Level PC]

I feel mosst manufacturers don't use Type C charging because,
1) Fear that people will use cheap charger or cable that may kill it, or affect the performance
2) Good way to make you buy a charger from them.

Doubtful any will exist. USB is not a secure connector, any shaking can cause a disconnect. This is okay if the product has its own backup power.

Yup.
USB-C is overrated.
Also lack of conformity over standards and requirements.
We need to tan gu gu for USB4!

 

[wtfh4x]

From what I know, most NUC with integrated graphics and laptop CPUs usually use 19V laptop adapters, you can use any off the shelf 90W laptop adapter like those from Innergie as long as the tip is 5.5x2.5mm.

Unless you buy those ones with dedicated graphics and desktop CPUs and stuff, then they use weird 12V adapters which are going to be expensive.

 

[rerear]

The charging brick that came with my Mini PC is rated at 19.5V and 5.13A.

The tip based on my measurements seems to be 5.5 x 2.5mm, but tough to be sure, will bring to shop to test the size.

Right, thinking of either the Ugreen 100W or try out current 65W GaN, with the right cables that support 100W.

Also the connector needs to support 100W as well.

 

[wtfh4x]

The charging brick that came with my Mini PC is rated at 19.5V and 5.13A.

The tip based on my measurements seems to be 5.5 x 2.5mm, but tough to be sure, will bring to shop to test the size.

Right, thinking of either the Ugreen 100W or try out current 65W GaN, with the right cables that support 100W.

Also the connector needs to support 100W as well.

If the current adapter is 19V 5.13A, in other words about 100W, I don't think you can get away with a 65W adapter when the computer is at full load. It may shut down from lack of power under intensive use.

 

[rerear]

I see, but usually Mini PC run at what kind of wattages? I suppose the manufacturer might have overkilled and given a more powerful power brick previously?

Any recommendations for where to get good deal for 100W GaN?

 

[wtfh4x]

I see, but usually Mini PC run at what kind of wattages? I suppose the manufacturer might have overkilled and given a more powerful power brick previously?

I think I covered typical wattages in an earlier comment. I doubt they will give a significantly more powerful brick than necessary, it's probably whatever they can get at a decent price.

As long as you match the one that came originally in voltage, amperage and quality, you can be assured there will be no problems with power.

Any recommendations for where to get good deal for 100W GaN?

Not easy to find definitely. GaN still in its infancy.

 

[Entry Level PC]

Power Adapter usually are rock solid.
Your NUC die liao, Power Adapter also won't die.

I stand by this.
NUC will kaput before the Power Adapter.
Also USB-C unsafe can FRY your NUC/Laptop with a bad Cable/Charger.

 

[chong]

Able to charge mini PC with Ugreen GaN 100W charger?

Mini PC
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z09.2.0.0.1be22e8dSJ0RlK&id=564185703343&_u=a1nn3tt6b9fa
Convert DC jack to female type-C
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?sp...fiPqP&id=651006569603&ns=1&abbucket=13#detail

This USB-C PD cable outputs a fixed 20V and has many types of plugs available:
https://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?s...23020286836.60.132a50e0GAZWQw&id=637979818396

But if you want to follow the 19V input spec of the mini PC, you can use a USB-C PD PPS charger + this PPS cable + a 5.5x2.5 adapter. This cable can be programmed in Windows to output any voltage supported by your PD PPS charger (see details in the listing):
https://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?s...23020286836.70.132a50e0GAZWQw&id=624178834277

Any recommendations for where to get good deal for 100W GaN?

If you are planning to get those USB PD chargers with multiple ports, do note that many of them will momentarily cut power to all ports when you connect new devices into the unused ports.