Will it provide power if connected to a 3.0 USB port, in my case a Surface Pro 2, to run a DVD, without the power adaptor plugged in? I want portable.
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This depend of type of your DVD rom, if your DVD rom is portable maybe don't need to use a power adaptor and this USB port hub is very good because use a power supply and this is good because it does not overload the USB port of my laptop.
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I am using a Samsung (USB powered only) DVD player with the kdLinks USB plugged into my Surface Pro Tablet. I must have the kdLinks power cord plugged in to 120V outlet to make the DVD player function. Unplug it and the DVD stops working.
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I haven't tried it without the power supply. But i doubt if it would supply enough power for a DVD to play and certainly not enough to burn a dvd. USB power alone is only a couple of watts.
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Keith, I am able to run a .2.0 DVD player without the hub power adaptor using my Acer Surface Pro (Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center). But this device can not burn a DVDs I did not have any other devices plugged into the hub. To burn a DVD with a USB 3.0 DVD Burner on A Surface Pro machine, I had to plug the power adapter into the hub. Remember if you are running Windows 8 that came installed on the machine (or 8.1) and have not upgraded to Pro and added the WMC, Windows 8 has no native software to play or burn a DVD. You need to upgrade to Pro with WMC or purchase a 3rd party app to play or burn DVDs personally I like Cyberlink's Media Suite 11 available in the Windows 8 store. Keith, I am able to run a .2.0 DVD player without the hub power adaptor using my Acer Surface Pro (Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center). But this device can not burn a DVDs I did not have any other devices plugged into the hub. To burn a DVD with a USB 3.0 DVD Burner on A Surface Pro machine, I had to plug the power adapter into the hub. Remember if you are running Windows 8 that came installed on the machine (or 8.1) and have not upgraded to Pro and added the WMC, Windows 8 has no native software to play or burn a DVD. You need to upgrade to Pro with WMC or purchase a 3rd party app to play... » Read More Keith, I am able to run a .2.0 DVD player without the hub power adaptor using my Acer Surface Pro (Windows 8.1 Pro with Media Center). But this device can not burn a DVDs I did not have any other devices plugged into the hub. To burn a DVD with a USB 3.0 DVD Burner on A Surface Pro machine, I had to plug the power adapter into the hub. Remember if you are running Windows 8 that came installed on the machine (or 8.1) and have not upgraded to Pro and added the WMC, Windows 8 has no native software to play or burn a DVD. You need to upgrade to Pro with WMC or purchase a 3rd party app to play or burn DVDs personally I like Cyberlink's Media Suite 11 available in the Windows 8 store. « Show Less
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No it will not, the power adapter is where it is getting power for the device.
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This particular unit does not include a power adapter, works only with the usb connection. However it has the option for the adapter to be used in the back.
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a good chance you will need a powered usb hub, but otherwise, yes it should. I've not found a laptop usb that can power it without the hub. However, the powered usb hub I have will power it, but only if the hub is not plugged in!!???!! Yeah, but expect some trial and error... good luck
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We are sorry that we have not tested it with Mikegyver adapter. The battery can provide 12V DC power, which is most MS Surface tablets are using (please check your Surface manual to make sure). The battery output port is a 5.5x2.5mm jack. If you have any Surface adapter that can plug to 5.5 x 2.5mm connector, you can use it. If you have a car charger for Surface tablet, you can buy a car cigarette female socket to 5.5 x 2.5mm male barrel connector adapter from us to convert the battery output port to a car cigarette socket, set the battery output voltage, then you can use your car charger for Surface tablet. Best regards.
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Yes it needs power. Be sure and push the on/off butting to turn it on. There will be a small blue light show up for each USB you may have plugged in. I haven't had any problems and love it. Very fast with USB 3.
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The adapter I have is AC powered and not battery operated. I don't understand the question: "without AC adapter..." and "rather than battery operated." If it is not powered by AC or a battery, how is it supposed to be powered. This unit plugs into an earphone receptacle on the computer. These ports don't supply power like a USB port does. I don't think my answer helps much.
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Yes, but you need to have two open usb ports, one of them usb 3.0, with the power being plugged into the usb 3.0. USB 2 doesn't provide enough power.
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Yes it does have a power adapter. I might add that I am very pleased with this too. The only thing you need to remember is if you mix USB devices, plug in the 3.0s first.
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Actually the manual does mention that an external power adapter is available if the attached device needs more power than the ExpressCard can supply. It's on page 2. Frankly, it seems to me, the vast majority of people will be better served by running the supplied USB 3.0 cable from the card to a powered USB 3.0 hub. This avoids any power issues in the first place.
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A powered USB hub could be used to provide power to it. You need one that supports high speed (not just "full" speed) and 2A of current capability should take care of whatever you might plug into it.Unfortunately such a hub will cost close to the price of this DVD burner. Even so, you might want to buy one anyway as all devices like this will strain the capabilities of some laptops.
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Yes it will. This is a DVD writer. And it's a very quiet one too. Just remember you will need 2 USB ports to run it. As it does not use a power cord. Which is fine with me.
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I have a Surface Pro 3, and it doesn't work well. The problem is that the unit is designs to use two USB ports and the Surface Pro only has one. To make it work I use a separate power cube from my iPad to power the second USB connection. I think you'd be better off with a drive that has a separate power supply.
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Yes. It can be purchased with an AC power adapter. I don't know if it can be used with a generic adapter as the power requirements may be different. I use this hub for my Surface Pro 3. Can't address other devices.
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Yep! I use it on my surface pro 2 to power multiple USB devices. I'm usually running my external keyboard, a flash drive and my mouse off of it. Edit: USB 3.0 speeds are there, I tested it with my USB 3.0 capable flash drive. Speeds will vary depending on your storage device, and how many devices you have plugged into the hub at a time.
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It should... Notice the adapter has a place for power, but did not come with a power adapter. I have had as many as 2 USB drives, and a keyboard, and printer attached to mine successfully. I recently read an article that the power output from a pc USB port is less than you get through a USB charger that plugs in to the wall. Charging time is increased significantly. So, your problem may not be woth the device, but with power output from a computer USB port, times 7. Hope this helps.
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i wouldnt think usb would power dvdplayer CyberPower CPUDC1U2000 3-12V 2000mAh DC Universal Power Adapter with 2.1A USB Charging Port
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I don't believe so. Not unless Surface Pro 3 has a USB adapter available and I don't think it does.