Powered usb versus other usb

[mikez]

You might say: "Does not meet the USB-2.0 specifications" or "Provides more power than the USB-2.0 specifications state".
But that doesn't not sound like a very "politically correct" thing to tell a client/customer.
Maybe: "Enhanced USB-2.0 power" ? ? ? You just have to give the explanation the correct "spin".
Hint: What does Apple call it? They also provide "high drive" USB connections.

[mikez]

You might say: "Does not meet the USB-2.0 specifications" or "Provides more power than the USB-2.0 specifications state".
But that doesn't not sound like a very "politically correct" thing to tell a client/customer.
Maybe: "Enhanced USB-2.0 power" ? ? ? You just have to give the explanation the correct "spin".
Hint: What does Apple call it? They also provide "high drive" USB connections.

[stefhoesli]

Hi there

Are there any external 2.5" hard disks that can use the extra power comming from the powered USB connection?

Cheers
Stef

[jakubd]

stefhoesli: 99% of external 2.5" HDDs do not need no more that 2.5W (typical HDD without enclosure needs between 1.5 and 2.2W). Only CD recorders need a bit (but usually substantially) more power to run.

[stefhoesli]

Thanks a lot for the info!

Cheers
Stef

[chaz]

If any forum member would like a new boxed unopened set (HP Original),
I have 3 sets going for a tenner each + a couple of quid for postage. Drop me a PM if you would like a set.

[nogoodnick]

HPs website has nothing on them and forget about a Google search! You'd think they'd be available under "Mini Accessories" since they build the bloody things into their computers but Nooooo....

[chaz]

2 left!

[chaz]

one left!

[nogoodnick]

Just got mine, it looks nice... Except the output is a USB tiny B outlet - which is ONLY used in video cameras nowadays. Too bad, would have been nice on the new Lite-On DVD drive I just bought.