How to charge the iPad Mini 2 when staying in Norway

Instructions on how to recharge your iPad Mini 2 from a Norwegian power outlet with an Apple Lightning cable with a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter and charging the iPad Mini 2 using a 2 pinned Schuko Type F power plug.

Norwegian power outlet

Complicated voltages and sockets can all be daunting when planning on travelling to a foreign country if you've never visited before. These instructions were written to assist visitors wanting to charge their iPad Mini 2 when they're visiting Norway.If you are going to travel to Norway the following instructions show charging your iPad Mini 2 using their Type F or C Norwegian 240 volt 50Hz wall outlets, Type F power outlets are used by most Norwegians. You will find that most power sockets will vary depending on which country you're taking a trip to therefore we suggest that you read our Wiki Connections world power supplies page for a complete list of powering devices in different destinations. If travelling to Norway from another country please ensure the iPad Mini 2 can accept a 240v supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage (for example 110v) check your device is dual-voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional power transformer to avoid the device from being damaged during charging. If you are planning to stay at a place such as Oslo or Bergen we suggest referring to the wikipedia.org page about Norway [1] for further information on visiting the area. These instructions assume you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPad Mini 2.

Charging the iPad Mini 2 in Norway

Can the iPad Mini 2 be used in Norway?

You can connect the iPad Mini 2 to a Norwegian power outlet by using a power convertor.

What is the best power charger for the iPad Mini 2 in Norway?

If travelling with more than your iPad Mini 2 then the best international travel power adapter for Norway to buy is a multiple USB charger which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Norwegians use two different types of wall outlets (types F and C) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

As these types of chargers come with interchangeable plugs and handle 100 - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries around the world simply by switching the included heads over. If your model of iPad Mini 2 can support Fast Charge (please note that not all USB devices will) then you'll benefit from quicker charging times with one of these power chargers and compatibility with more power hungry devices like tablets.

Having a four port charger means you can power multiple devices at once without needing to buy individual travel adapters on your trip to Norway or occupying additional power outlets. Only bringing a single travel charger will help keep the weight down, making it perfect to store in hand luggage whilst travelling. Due to their flexibility these types of adapters can be used when back at home so when you’re not on holiday they can sit under your bedside table charging multiple smartphones and tablets with only a single plug socket.

We suggest buying this type of flexible travel adapter online. The power charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been successfully tested with multiple USB devices in numerous different countries with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Norway

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the iPad Mini 2, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which is crucial for travellers to regions with unstable power grids to prevent damage to any connected devices. These power adapters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 destinations:

  • BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK travel adaptor has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the best selling portable power converter for travellers originating from America visiting Norway using type B American plug sockets.
  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers originating from North America using type B plugs. This is a more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with one less AC outlet for almost half price.
  • BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it ideal for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting Norway. [8] [AD]
What is the best power charger for the iPad Mini 2 in Norway?

How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 2 from a Norwegian power outlet

Instructions on how to recharge your iPad Mini 2 from a Norwegian power outlet with an Apple Lightning cable with a 2 pinned Type C Europlug USB adapter.

  1. To power your iPad Mini 2 from the Norwegian power outlet you'll need to use a Type C USB power plug adapter [4] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (this cable is usually already supplied with the device).
  2. Begin by inserting the Type C USB power plug adapter in the Norwegian power outlet. The plug outlet can be identified by two circular adjacent holes next to each other.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 2. The iPad Mini 2 lightning connector can be found at the base of the iPad Mini 2.
  4. Switch on the Norwegian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right hand corner of your iPad screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up, typically taking around one to four hours to completely recharge. [AD]
How to use a Type C power charger for recharging your iPad Mini 2 from a Norwegian power outlet

Powering the iPad Mini 2 with a Norwegian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

Instructions on how to recharge your iPad Mini 2 from a Norwegian power outlet with an Apple Lightning cable with a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter.

  1. In order to charge the iPad Mini 2 from the Norwegian power outlet you will need a Type F USB power plug adapter [7] and a USB to Apple Lightning cable [5] (normally included with your device by Apple).
  2. Start by inserting the Type F USB power plug adapter in the Norwegian power outlet. You can identify this wall supply by two holes 19 mm apart from each other for live and neutral along with grounding clips on the top and bottom.
  3. Plug in the USB end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the bottom of the USB power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPad Mini 2. The iPad Mini 2 lightning connector can be found at the base of the iPad Mini 2.
  4. Switch on the Norwegian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon that appears in the top right corner of your tablet screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the tablet is powering up, typically taking around one to four hours to recharge. [AD]
Powering the iPad Mini 2 with a Norwegian power outlet by using a 2 pinned Type F Schuko USB adapter

See also

  1. Wikipedia - wikipedia.org page about Norway
  2. Apple - official iPad user guide
  3. iec.ch - Type C power outlet
  4. Type C USB power plug adapter - Conforming to Europlug specifications, the Type C USB power plug adapter incorporates two 4 mm rounded pins spaced 19 mm apart. It is engineered to adapt electrical outlets commonly found in Europe, converting them to USB-compatible charging ports..
  5. USB to Apple Lightning cable - The Apple Lightning cable is a charging and syncing cable for more recent Apple devices and connects compatible iPhones and iPads to a USB port.
  6. iec.ch - Type F power outlet
  7. Type F USB power plug adapter - Compliant with Europlugs and CEE 7/17 specifications, the Type F or Schuko adapter is engineered to adapt German electrical power outlets into USB-compatible ports..
  8. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A 4-port USB wall charger is an electrical device that provides simultaneous charging for up to four USB-compatible devices. It often includes interchangeable international plug adapters for global use..