Re: Out of USB 2.0 ports is, it better to........




"Custom Computers" <trick-comp2004@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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BC wrote:
On the other hand I would prefer the powered hub so that I wouldn't
put
any extra strain on my PSU.

If your PSU, is that close to the limit, then you should get a bigger
unit. 8 USB ports, is just 4A current in total.

Best Wishes

Yes, I was not sure if the 'extra strain' ("She can't take the strain,
Captain!") comment was tongue-in-cheek or not...I think it would be
difficult to blow a power supply with USB devices....

But then again you also risk a conflict with the second PCI USB card
and that would never be a problem with the powered hub.


Point well taken. Thanks all for the advice. Going powered hub.


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