USB3 enough to power 2,5 external HDD?

USB3 enough to power 2,5 external HDD?

va88
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05-25-2019, 03:10 PM

(05-25-2019, 02:44 PM)Luke Wrote: Yes, USB 3.0 delivers 900ma, so it is capable of powering on just about any 2.5 HDD/SSD when using the 5V 3A PSU.

I see. Since the drives are fine, I'll just try DietPi or another image to see if the issue is in the system I'm using.
I'll give some feedback soon.

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RE: USB3 enough to power 2,5 external HDD? - by va88 - 05-25-2019, 03:10 PM

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