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6. FAQ
1. What is USB 2.0?
USB 2.0 represents the next generation of PC peripherals and connectivity.
USB 2.0 is the first major evolution of the Universal Serial Bus standard,
which was originally designed to bring low cost connections and "plug-
and-play" consumer devices to the PC world. USB 2.0 adds new
functionality to your laptop, by allowing faster connections and greater
flexibility without the need for upgrading your existing USB devices.
2. Why USB 2.0?
Modern PC peripherals can run faster and do more than the original
USB designers ever dreamed. The USB standard was upgraded to keep
pace with the rapid advances in technology, and the explosion of new
consumer devices. USB 2.0 host controllers add the faster speeds and
greater flexibility than these new devices require. USB 2.0 will allow your
computer to connect to the newest USB devices: High-Speed Video and
Ethernet, ultra-fast scanners and disk drives, etc.
3. How much faster is USB 2.0?
USB 1.1 devices can communicate at about 12 Megabits/sec. USB 2.0
devices can communicate at speeds of up to 480 Megabits/sec
4. What is FireWire?
FireWire is an Apple trademark for the IEEE 1394 standard.
5. How Fast is FireWire?
The IEEE 1394a standard has a bus speed of 400 Mb per second.
6. What is i.LINK?
i.LINK is a Sony trademark for the IEEE 1394 standard. iLink ports are 4
pin unpowered port. You will need the optional 4 pin to 6 pin adapter.
Optional 4 pin to 6 pin FireWire Adapter for i.LINK
Apricorn's FireWire Adapter
for i.LINK enables you to
connect your Aegis Mini to an
unpowered 4 pin i.LINK port.
Package includes FireWire
Adapter and AC Adapter
Go to www.apricorn.com to
learn more
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