LaCie Databank - Manual (Page 13)

3. Installing Your LaCie Drive
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LaCie Data Bank Hi-Speed USB 2.0
User’s Manual
3.2. Connecting an optional Power Sharing Cable (sold separately)
In the event that the USB bus on your computer does not provide the necessary power to operate your drive, a power
supply adapter cable (sold separately) will derive the necessary power to operate the drive.
The USB power supply adapter cable connects to an available USB port on your computer.
In case neither of these options work with your specific computer configuration, LaCie offers an optional power supply, sold
separately. Please contact your LaCie reseller or LaCie Customer Service for more information.
USB Power Sharing Cable
The USB ports (either USB 2.0 or USB 1.1) on your computer will help provide power to your LaCie
drive in the instance that your bus does not supply the necessary power to operate your drive.
Attach the small end of the USB Power Sharing Cable to the back of your LaCie drive.
Attach the USB end of the USB Power Sharing Cable to an available USB port on your
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