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    Powered USB Port

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by mattnew41, Aug 28, 2008.

  1. mattnew41

    mattnew41 Newbie

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    Hello, although I know my way around computers, I am not up on all the technical aspects. My new Dell Studio 1735 came with a powered USB port. What exactly is it for and what can I plug into it without damaging it?
     
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    NuKeDoG Notebook Consultant

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    anything... i think when they say that it means it can power devices even when the laptop is off ? or connected to the socket? like having a ipod and charging it? hmmm
     
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    Thank you! I wasn't sure
     
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    bigddybn Notebook Evangelist

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    Oh? That is handy. Does the 17 have this feature also? I have several devices that charge via USB. Does it still only provide the USB spec 500mah?
     
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