07-13-2011, 12:56 AM
jdc wrote:
You probably need the power from 2 USB ports -- not entirely uncommon.
They make dual headed cables...
olnacl wrote:
"I have to believe the old Sony provided more power to the drive internally than even my double lead cable provides off the USB ports on my Mac Mini. I also tried it, in one enclosure, on my old Dell Dimension 4600 using both front USB ports with no joy. Or maybe the drive is getting a bit run down and needs more oomph to get going than my Mini or the old Dell provides."
Guess I need to update my terminology.:oldfogey: