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Hi,

I'm thinking about purchasing a laptop for internet, emails, banking  etc using mobile broadband on site without mains power. Will 12volt battery power or charge laptop? How much power will it use? Do laptops differ much in power consumption? Any information on this subject would be very useful.

Thanks, Dave.

Dave

You could always use an inverter to provided 230v power from your 12v supply. Are there 12v chargers available for laptops? I think there are vehicle adaptors which you could use in the 12v auxillery point in the van.

David

maplin is your place to go about power stuff if you go in and ask their advice then go an buy your laptop

I use mine from car 12v thing but it is a bit  slow but usesable

GOOD LUCK

Thanks for all the useful information, would I power the unit direct from the inverter/power unit or use them to charge the laptop battery? How long does a laptop take to charge, approx? Can I use the caravan battery or would be advised to use car with engine running? Sorry about all the questions as I am new to this and your info is a great help before I start purchasing.

Thanks again, Dave.