Thread: use usb to power the device?
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2008-06-24 , 21:50
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#16
Originally Posted by Benson View Post
It wouldn't do away with the need for a power adapter, though, because the power adapter that comes with it is 980mA, and USB is maximum of 500 mA.
A similar situation exists with external hard-disks cases, as most drives require up to 1A.
The solution is to use a Y-cable (with 2 USB plugs), thus drawing 500mA * 2)...