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Using a usb external hard drive to backup your computer the only port available is in the front do you have to install a host controller?
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∙ 19y ago
I don't believe so--as long as it's a USB port, it shouldn't matter where it is. Your computer should recognize the drive once you plug it into a USB port--and will recognize it again if you plug it into a diffent USB port, so I'd recomend that you plug it into the same port each time, or better yet, just leave it plugged in. Front, back, side, bottom or top, it shouldn't matter where it gets plugged into.
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Where can a person learn how to install a computer external hard drive?
A computer external hard drive is a storage device that is connected externally to a computer. It is possible to learn how to install a computer external hard drive though websites such as eHow, or by attending an appropriate college course.
Does it possible to install windows on external harddisk?
You could put the installation file on the external HDD to install it on another computer but then to install it, it would have to be on a local HDD.
How do you install a hi-speed USB host controller on a Win XP computer Without taking the case off?
If the computer has an expresscard slot, then you can buy a external docking system that plugs into this slot that provides 5 USB 2.0 ports.
Can you get eternal 2.0 USB ports to plug in rather than a card?
And what, exactly, would you connect them to on your computer? You can get a hub to extend existing USB 2.0 ports, but there are no external buses with enough bandwidth to install a USB 2.0 controller.
Can I install multiple Hard Drives in my CPU?
Yes, you can install multiple hard drives in your computer. If you have multiple internal bays then you can install drives inside the case. If not, you can buy external Firewire and USB drives that attach to the ports on the back of your computer. If you are unfamiliar with opening your computer, then choosing an external solution is the easiest and beth method.
How you set a Xbox 360 controller?
Lots of PC games let you play with a controller instead of just a keyboard or mouse. You can quickly and easily install the Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller for Windows on any computer that has an available USB port and that is running Windows XP Service Pack 2 or a later version of Windows.
You have an external 2.0 usb hub but your computer keeps tell you to install a faster one?
When the hub was inserted and devices where plugged in the USB controller on the computers motherboard may not be able to with stand the amount of power needed to power the hub or devices. So the computer will automatically scale the speed down to use less power, but during this process windows will ask you to install a faster port, just ignore. Or buy a USB hub that has external power
Where on a computer do I install a SM Bus Controller?
The SM Bus Controller, or System Management Bus, is installed on the motherboard. It was developed by Intel. It varies on the specific place according to the motherboard.
Can you use an xbox 360 controller on a ps2 emulator?
Yes, if you install the files required for the Xbox 360 controller to work on your computer and configure your controller settings on the emulator.
What is the function of an SM bust controller driver?
The SM Bus (not bus) controller is also known as the System Management Bus Controller. It is part of your computer's motherboard chipset drivers. If you need to install chipset drivers, you need one that is compatible with the SM Bus controller.
If you uninstall your external hard drive from your computer will it delete the files on it?
no! the memory will be stored till you install next time.
Can you install an operating system to an external hard drive and install it internally afterward?
yes you can and i know because i did it this will only work if your computer supports SATA drives 1. buy a vantec external hard drive 2. use the SATA plug that comes with it to plug it in 3. restart your computer to enter the setup 4. install onto your hard drive CAUTION make sure you dont overwrite your computer hard drive then your done you can then remove the HD from the case with a screwdriver and install it into your computer
