External HDD Mod and Add More USB Wattage
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External HDD Mod and Add More USB Wattage
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MOD: removing the need for Power Adapter on any 2.5" external HDD/SSD enclosure
Add More USB Wattage:
Power per USB:
USB 2.0 - 200ma
USB 3.0 - 900ma
Parts and Tools
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Mod for External USB Hard Drive's
1 - 2x USB cables
2 - Aluminum Foil
3 - 1/4 - 1 amp Diode - REMOVED
4 - Voltmeter
5 - Box Knife
6 - Scissor
7 - Solder Wire
8 - Electrical Tape
9 - Solder Iron