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    USB optical drive

    Discussion in 'Panasonic' started by Shawn, Dec 12, 2010.

  1. Shawn

    Shawn Crackpot Search Ninja and Options Whore

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    Will an USB optical drive draw any power if there isn't any disk in it?
    The USB housing has an USB port and a 5v port which is connected an adapter to plug it into a 2nd USB port. If I leave this setup (both USB connected) plugged into a laptop, will it drain the battery? Or will it be "off" due to an internal switch/sensor on the drive mechanism?
     
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  2. John229

    John229 Notebook Geek

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    Deere, There is always 'idle' current when the device is not in use. It may be a few milliamps, but it's still drawing power. :)
     
    John229, Dec 12, 2010
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