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USB adapter?

Discussion in 'Technology Forum' started by gottalaff, Aug 12, 2006.

  1. Aug 12, 2006 at 9:53 AM #1
    gottalaff

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    Is there an adapter/conversion for a non-USB port computer? I have a USB device but my computer doesn't have USB compatability. I thought I'd ask here because I hate going into places like Best Buy and the like and asking high school kids questions.....
     
  2. Aug 12, 2006 at 10:51 AM #2
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    yes, but good luck finding one that you don't have to order

    Just go buy a cheap mouse, they come with them. That's what I had to do. Unless you have the time to order one oline.

    It looks like this:

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  3. Aug 12, 2006 at 11:22 AM #3
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    what kind of device? Printer? mouse? camera? And what kind of stone age computer are you using that doessnt have a USB port? You'd be better off buying a PCI USB card and installing it in your computer.
     
  4. Aug 12, 2006 at 2:11 PM #4
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    Product Price: $12.10
    StarTech.com 4 Port PCI USB 2.0 Card


    Product ID
    CDW Part: 520868
    Mfg. Part: PCI425USB
    UNSPSC: 43201408

    Availability:
    In stock and ready for shipment
    Ships same day if ordered before 4 p.m. CT

    Overview Specs Accessories

    Main Features


    • 4-Port PCI USB 2.0 Card


    Provides 4 easily accessible USB 2.0 ports

    Quickly add four high-speed external USB 2.0 ports to your computer and experience incredible data transfer rates of up to 480Mbps. With 40 times the bandwidth of USB 1.1, USB 2.0 is the standard for today's most demanding peripherals. Ideal for upgrading your system to USB 2.0 capabilities, this card is also backwards-compatible with USB 1.1/1.0 so you can continue to use your older USB devices without having to worry about incompatibility.

    The card features Plug and Play connectivity, allowing you to instantly connect your external hard drives, USB printers, portable drives, Zip drives and other USB peripherals, without having to power down your computer.

    The StarTech.com Advantage:
    Add 4 USB 2.0 ports to your computer with data transfer rates up to 480Mbps
    Easy installation and setup
    Hot Plug-and-Play feature allows devices to be connected or disconnected without turning off the PC
    Adds USB capability to any computer

    Features:
    Installs easily into an available PCI slot
    Instantly connects 4 USB devices to your computer
    Fully Plug and Play compatible
    Bandwidth capacity is 40 times greater than USB 1.1
    Includes driver installation CD and manual
    High speed data transfer rates of up to 480Mbps

    Specifications:
    USB 2.0 Ports: 4
    Data Transfer Rate:
    USB 2.0: 480Mbps
    PC - Windows 98SE/ME/2000 or XP
    Mac - OS X and up
    USB 1.1: 12 Mbps
    System Requirements: Available PCI slot
    Connectivity: Up to 127 USB devices
    BUS: PCI Local Bus Version 2.2 Compliant
    Industry Standards: USB 2.0 EHCI and USB 1.1 OHCI Compliant
    Safety Standards: FCC & CE
    Drivers: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP & Mac OS X
     

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  5. Aug 12, 2006 at 8:58 PM #5
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    I got a shitload of USB to PS/2 mouse adapters at work if anyone needs any.
     
  6. Aug 13, 2006 at 9:36 AM #6
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    Hell, I think I have about 20.
     
  7. Aug 13, 2006 at 1:36 PM #7
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    OK, I have 20 then. I thought shitload = 20.
     
  8. Aug 13, 2006 at 5:14 PM #8
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    I was just saying they're more common than monogamous men.
     
  9. Aug 14, 2006 at 6:14 AM #9
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    fixed
     
  10. Aug 14, 2006 at 10:17 AM #10
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    Ummmm.... You need a USB port to use that adapter.
     

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