From: Johan Vromans <jvromans_at_squirrel.nl>
Date: Fri, 5 Dec 2003 11:03:53 +0100

scott <die_pokemon_die123_at_yahoo.com> writes:

> the answer: the USB port doesn't provide enough power to sustain HD
> use, though it helps, and will charge if the HD isn't in use. it's a
> good idea to have the wall wart plugged in when doing large
> transfers.

And even that is not enough for real big transfers at slow speeds
(USB1). See FAQ 71.

-- Johan
Received on 2003-12-05