 Two Towers 1 Usb, Can it work ? |
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 Jun 24 2008, 06:24 AM
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Unfortunately I can't run out and buy a new one like you rich guys but, I would like to know if anyone has ever tried to connect two towers with a USB connection? and using the second computer as a data back up. I didn't google it as I figured you all couldn't wait to express yourself in a general chat way. Has anyone ever tried a data recovery service they look expensive even though they don't charge if they don't recover ? This post has been edited by Jove: Jun 24 2008, 06:47 AM -------------------- Success is a result, not a goal . . . Flaubert
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Jun 24 2008, 01:01 PM
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 Computer Masochist Group: Moderator Posts: 9,015 Joined: 27-January 07 From: Cleveland, Ohio Member No.: 108,618 |
"How can I connect two PCs to each other with USB?
A5: You need a specialized USB peripheral known as a USB bridge (sometimes called a USB to USB adapter) to do this. Without a USB bridge, connecting a USB port of a PC directly to another PC's USB port can damage the computers. " You would risk damage to either one or both power supplies and/or the 5 volt circuit on the motherboards. You'd be better off using a cross-over or null network (CAT 5) cable. About $10-$15 USB bridge This post has been edited by garmanma: Jun 24 2008, 01:02 PM
Reason for edit: moved to appropiate forum
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 why won't my laptop work? Having grandkids is God's way of giving you a 2nd chance because you were too busy working your butt off the 1st time around Avatar by Handplane |
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Jun 24 2008, 09:53 PM
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Forum Addict Group: Members Posts: 1,009 Joined: 11-March 07 From: Very South Jersey Member No.: 116,928 |
Thank you Sir,
I have an box with a 2-port Biotronics parallel Switch Kit here, (Belkin) Cable included, it's quite possible that it has something in it that might meet the requirements, it's never been used, but I no nothing about it, I'll check it out and see if there is anything interesting in it, what I don't want to do is screw anything up. So unless you post back I won't be doing anything for a day or two. This post has been edited by Jove: Jun 24 2008, 09:53 PM -------------------- Success is a result, not a goal . . . Flaubert
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Jun 25 2008, 07:30 AM
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Computer Masochist Group: Moderator Posts: 9,015 Joined: 27-January 07 From: Cleveland, Ohio Member No.: 108,618 |
Bitronics Data Switch Kit
That will not work. That is simply a switch for using one USB device between 2 computers. -------------------- Mark
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