USB+Limits+of


 * USB Limits of **

There can be a tendency to just plug in a USB device and not to concern yourself as to how much power you are using, This could lead to problems because you can only use **// 500mA //**

If you exceed this level not only the fact you may damage the USB, but you could do irreparable damage to the computer.

Now you are wondering how the H*** do I find out what I am using ? this is where Lindburgh steps in.

You need to open **//System Properties.//** Now you can do this through **//My Computer//** icon, select **//Properties//**//.// Select **//Hardware >//** **//Device Manager//**//.//

Or you can implement my tip on another CD and that is hold down the **//Widows//** key ( Usually on the bottom row of the keyboard and it displays the Windows logo ) Then press the **//Pause/Break//** key ( Usually on the top row at the extreme right-hand ) Here you will see

Double click on the **//plus//** sign and this opens the list.
 * Universal Serial Bus controllers (** Last item in the list )

Now right-click on one and select **//Properties//** Then click the **//Power tab//** This then displays what the hub is used for and how mush power is being consumed. If you discover that the consumption is close to that 500 mark, you need to switch around some of your devices to other root hubs i.e. Move the plug to another socket.

Feel easier now ?
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The above are two examples your should be similar.