Sometimes a single USB port is not able to power on the WD passport. WD makes a Y cable for it, but its ridiculously expensive (~$20) from them.
get it for $3.20 for a 2 pack shipped:
http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.10708
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wearetheborg Notebook Virtuoso
Mini Y Power Cable for WD Passport mini Hard drive: $3.2 shipped
Discussion in 'Notebook and Tech Bargains' started by wearetheborg, May 27, 2008.