[Wylug-discuss] Powered USB [WAS: Recommendation: Linux-compatible Netbook Under GBP 250?]

[James Holden]

On Fri, 2011-11-25 at 12:45 +0000, Dave Fisher wrote:
> Sorry to be so ignorant, but are many netbooks crippled by the
> inability to power external usb devices?

Never come across that, I thought the USB spec called for a minimum of
500mA per port. Some can do more though. Never had a problem on my Dell
Mini, it powers my 2.5" external backup HDD just fine.

James

> Or am I being unduly pessimistic?
> 
> Dave
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