unless you're transporting gigantic files you're unlikely to be able to tell much of a difference after the first big back-up. and even if your current pc does not have a usb2.0 port (unlikely if it was purchased in the last 3-4 years) you'll still be able to run a regular usb cable from its usb1.0 port to the usb2.0 drive.
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Posted 18 July 2006 - 05:40 PM
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Posted 18 July 2006 - 06:14 PM
Ah, ok. Understood.
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Posted 18 July 2006 - 11:04 PM
Does a USB2 bus also supply power? I have a 60gig external hard drive from LaCie that's about the size of a pack of index cards. It's powered through the Firewire connection so I don't have to deal with a bulky power brick and a separate connection to a wall socket. Just plug into the side of my iBook and it powers on and pops up on the desktop. Also supports USB2.
This is what I have, though I paid less for it at a discount web site. Looks like you can get an 80gig for about $150: click
This is what I have, though I paid less for it at a discount web site. Looks like you can get an 80gig for about $150: click
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Posted 18 July 2006 - 11:20 PM
Does a USB2 bus also supply power?
my ipod is currently charging through a usb2 connection.
i purchased a maxtor 200gig drive for $150ish a couple of months ago. no complaints so far.
purdah nahin jab koi khuda se, bandon se purdah karna kya?
~shaqeel badayuni
if it takes us seven years to prepare for a madness, how long shall it take us to run naked into the marketplace?
~yoruba proverb
facts are meaningless. you could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true!
~homer simpson
maybe it wasn't the best wording.
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Posted 18 July 2006 - 11:22 PM
All MacBook models feature: a full-size keyboard, Scrolling Trackpad, AirPort Extreme wireless networking (802.11b/g), Bluetooth 2.0+EDR, Gigabit Ethernet, two USB 2.0 ports, one FireWire port, and optical digital and analog audio in/out.
Will buy new monitor (17 or 19) for use at home. Should be DVI monitor. (MacBooks only come in 13" at the moment, and I don't need to get a MacBook Pro for any reason, and don't need to spend that money either).
Then the work of the transfer, software, etc.
Get an optical mouse to use with the Mac Power Book. It is much easier than the scroll pad.
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Posted 18 July 2006 - 11:46 PM
Does a USB2 bus also supply power?
my ipod is currently charging through a usb2 connection.
i purchased a maxtor 200gig drive for $150ish a couple of months ago. no complaints so far.
to clarify: the 200gig drive has its own power supply. i believe there is some limitation on the power that devices can draw through usb.
purdah nahin jab koi khuda se, bandon se purdah karna kya?
~shaqeel badayuni
if it takes us seven years to prepare for a madness, how long shall it take us to run naked into the marketplace?
~yoruba proverb
facts are meaningless. you could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true!
~homer simpson
maybe it wasn't the best wording.
~nathan
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Posted 19 July 2006 - 12:31 AM
USB has a 5V rail and can supply 100 to 500 mA in a stepped fashion. This isn't enough for a hard drive, though. Most require about 800 mA at 5V at light load. You'll need an external power supply for any external hard drive.to clarify: the 200gig drive has its own power supply. i believe there is some limitation on the power that devices can draw through usb.
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Posted 19 July 2006 - 12:37 AM
I set my trackpad preferences to accept all “gestures.” Makes it almost easier to use than a mouse.Get an optical mouse to use with the Mac Power Book. It is much easier than the scroll pad.
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Posted 19 July 2006 - 12:40 AM
is it accepting the gesture i'm making now?
purdah nahin jab koi khuda se, bandon se purdah karna kya?
~shaqeel badayuni
if it takes us seven years to prepare for a madness, how long shall it take us to run naked into the marketplace?
~yoruba proverb
facts are meaningless. you could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true!
~homer simpson
maybe it wasn't the best wording.
~nathan
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Posted 19 July 2006 - 12:40 AM
I agree. For me, the pad is more responsive than a mouse. Plus there's no cable, and no third hand problem.
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Posted 19 July 2006 - 12:41 AM
is it accepting the gesture i'm making now?
Alu, sit!
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Posted 19 July 2006 - 02:16 AM
I am quite used to, and love, my trackball mouse, so I will continue to use it.
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Posted 20 July 2006 - 09:18 PM
Step one completed: PC is repaired and back in business. Next step: purchase external USB/firewire hard drive. Any recommendations?
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Posted 20 July 2006 - 09:19 PM
purdah nahin jab koi khuda se, bandon se purdah karna kya?
~shaqeel badayuni
if it takes us seven years to prepare for a madness, how long shall it take us to run naked into the marketplace?
~yoruba proverb
facts are meaningless. you could use facts to prove anything that's even remotely true!
~homer simpson
maybe it wasn't the best wording.
~nathan
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Posted 20 July 2006 - 09:30 PM
Well...I'm thinking I need about 100G, right?
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