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    USB Y cable to power cooling fan with integrated hub.

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by bobuy00, Aug 7, 2012.

  1. bobuy00

    bobuy00 Notebook Geek

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    Would using one of these
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    With the main connector plugged to the mobo, while the auxiliary cable plugged to the mains, allow the use of input devices on the hub while drawing power from the mains and not my mobo?
     
    bobuy00, Aug 7, 2012
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  2. tijo

    tijo Sacred Blame

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    Short answer, no. It will likely draw less power from the USB port connected in your laptop, but it will still draw some.
     
    tijo, Aug 7, 2012
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