MEZS7-SharedPowerBank is a complete solution module using the MP2696A buck charger with boost output, LED state-of-charge indicator and an MCU to achieve a turn-key solution for shared power bank applications. The MP2696A is a highly integrated, flexible, switch-mode battery charge management and system power path management device. The MP2696A has three operation modes: charge mode, boost mode and sleep mode. In charge mode, the solution module achieves up to 3.6A of charge current from a 5V micro USB input source. In boost mode, the solution module delivers up to 3.6A to a regulated 5V USB-A output for charging external devices such as smartphones. All the parameters and controls can be easily accessed via the I2C interface. Applications include shared power banks, micro-USB and USB type-A power banks, battery backup applications.