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Re: Slow USB transfer speeds - TMG1961 - 10-18-2015
Thanks Wirezfree, i will have a look into that program
Re: Slow USB transfer speeds - N4RPS - 11-22-2015
Hello!
I'd also try seeing which port(s) are USB 2.0, and which are USB 1.1 by making speed tests on transferring files. That will tell you which ports to use for best performance.
For those with ancient 1.1-only laptops and/or only one USB port, they make USB 2.0 PCMCIA cards. I have one that adds two USB 2.0 ports, and a jack to plug in an external power source.
Here's a link to one that adds two USB 3.0 ports. It is CardBus Express, but they make Express to PCMCIA adapters:
http://www.dx.com/p/2-port-usb-3-0-pcmcia-express-card-adapter-for-laptop-93061
I just may pick up one of these myself...
73 DE N4RPS
Rob
Re: Slow USB transfer speeds - avj - 11-22-2015
If you decide to add a usb hub for external devices such as hard drives or dvd drives it is always best to get a hub that has it's own power supply. Adding unpowered usb hubs can cause problems with external HDD and data loss, if you are pulling to much power from the port it is attached to.
More Info on usb power problems in the following link.
https://community.wd.com/t/how-to-eliminate-potential-problems-on-usb-powered-drives-and-keep-them-healthy/7709