Is this backwards compatable with USB 2.0
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Yes, I use it for both USB 3 and 2 and it works fine. But it is a lot slower with 2.0.
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Sort: Most Helpful first | Newest first | Oldest first Showing 1-6 of 6 answers Yes, it is backwards compatible with USB 2. My husband is satisfy with this hub!
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Absolutely. Like most products, USB 3.0 is backward compatible with USB 2.0. You can also upgrade the Seagate to Firewire 8.0 or Thunderbolt with available connectors.
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Yes, I've used it in USB 2.0 drives and it works fine, a bit faster than a USB 2.0 flash drive but of course not the speed of 3.0 if used in a 2.0 port. USB drives are generally backwards compatible with earlier USB standards.
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All USB 2.0 devices are backward-compatible, but they will of course function more slowly.Buying and installing a USB 2.0 card in your machine may be a worthwhile investment.
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Yes, just as long as it is formatted in FAT32 (the default file format). Silicon Power 3.0 USB disks are backwards compatible with USB 2.0.
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Yes, it will work on a USB 2.0 port. It will just not be as fast as if it were connected into a USB 3.0 port.
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It works with USB 2.0. I didn't notice a difference between using USB 3.0 and 2.0.
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That really depends. Do you plan on upgrading in the near future to have a USB 3.0? If you are then the clear answer is to get the USB 3.0. USB 3.0 devices are backwards compatible with USB 2.0. If you don't plan to upgrade at all, then save the money and buy the 2.0 version.
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Yes, it is backward compatible with 2.0 but is required for 3.0. I actually just ordered one from Amazon. Just search for USB 3.0 extension cable. There are several but go for the most stars for the fewest bucks...it's a cable, not a motorcycle! :-)
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USB 3.0, so it works for 2.0, too. The cable that comes packaged is a little different than a micro-USB on the end that connects to the hard drive. Not as easily replaceable.
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Yes it will work with a USB 2.0 because that all I have in my computers..it works like a charm...
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It is backwards compatible. Performs fine - like a USB 2.0 drive when connected to an older port. Performs really well when connected to a 3.0 port.
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It comes with a USB 3.0 cable that also works on 2.0 It is compatible with both specs.
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It works with USB 2.0 at 2.0 speed. But its worth it because of the future proofing aspect. 3.0 is much much faster. Hope i helped.
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Yes it is. I have a PC with both 2.0 and 3.0 usb ports. Works just fine. Can also jump from Mac to PC.
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Yes! I have USB 3.0 and 2.0 I really can't tell the difference between the two in speeds...