Does this take 1 or 2 USB ports? Does it need the second USB for power?
1618634
It has a second plug requiring a second USB port. However, I have used it with only one (because I was using an extension wire) and noticed no difference. So if your computer has only one port, i would give it a try anyhow.
3303
One USB Port. I have enjoyed this panel. I bought 2 just to have a back up. After some use I noticed they did not put out the same wattage. Had to send one back due to defect. Customer service was good and sent me another. Never would have know there was a problem unless I compared the two at the same time.
2097573
Don't quite know what you are asking. We have a 7-port usb hub and though we use it for only 3 devices + 1 once in awhile, it works like a charm. Since there are 7 slots, it will take 7 devices.
1498107
The One I received has (2) AC Outlets and (2) USB ports as were on the box. Other Brands that I've seen don't have the two USB ports but two Outlets.
1827475
It needs 2 powered USB ports to operated correctly. You would need would need 2 hubs
522926
It has 2 USB ports, a 2rd port is slightly smaller than the USB. Sorry, we don't have all the technical information as out IT person is on vacation.
366046
Yes, you need to use 2 usb ports for the extra power. The supplied usb Y cable has about 5 inches of slack between the plugs. If your laptop only has 1 usb on each side you will have to get an extension.
666871
I definitely have 2 usb ports. btw, I am having issues with over sensitivity in the mouse pad. really jittery and brings up pages I pass over and don't click on. Seemsto be a fairly common problem with this computer. good luck
1035363
it is 3.0 but it comes with a separate USB cable to provide power if your using USB 2.0, so in that case you will need 2 USB ports. BTW USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 are the exact same connector, USB 3.0 just provides more power.
35886
This device uses a single USB port, but it needs to have sufficient power to drive the monitor. It works fine with three different laptops I use it with -
322499
It depends on your computer. My lap top is the same as yours, one usb on each side. For me, this device works with one usb connected. THe second is for power inn the even it does not get the power needed.
1372409
Agree with other buyers. The second port is needed for adequate power to run HDDs . However through my experience, it didn't work at all, though computer detects the drive. I tried two with the same result - this contraption is not working!
1239971
No it does not. You are pretty much limited to just two usb ports and not much else. Still I have been happy with it for a sleek, lightweight laptop.
1213491
I use mine with just 1 USB port for power, but apparently it depends on the drive you are using inside the enclosure. I use it for the 'old' drive in a laptop. I upgraded the internal drive and took out the 250Gb drive and put it in this case as a back-up drive.
259460
Yes, I yhinkYes, I believe it has two USB ports. But I sent mine back for a refund because I hated Windows 8.
41530
Sorry, I do not know, I could actually never fully install this because I don't have available power on the power harness, at least with the correct connection. I am disappointed that without power this doesn't even seem to work for usb1 and usb2 as it should. This was a disappointment.
1498109
The unit that I received has 2 110v outlets and 2 usb ports. The unit was used on a recent trip to Texas and worked flawlessly.