1. Windows 98 / ME doesn't recognize my USB 2.0 Drivewhen it is attached. Do I need drivers?
USB2.0 devices require drivers to work with Windows 98 and ME. You must install the USB 2.0 drivers even if you are connecting the device to a USB1.1 bus. The install program will install USB 2.0 drivers on Win98SE/ME/2000/XP. To install the USB 2.0 drivers, double-click on the "TPPINST" installer (depending on the version) located on the USB2 CD before physically connecting the USB 2.0 drive. Newer versions of Windows may have USB 2.0 drivers installed. If you are running a newer version and the device is recognized, you do not have to run the TPPINST installer. Note: Windows 98 does not support USB 2.0 devices. |
2. Can I run my USB Hard Drive off a USB hub?
It may work, but we recommend running directly off of the USB port on the computer. The hub needs to be a powered hub. If you are having problems with a USB device running off a USB 2.0 powered hub, connect it directly to the computer. If it works, the hub is more than likely the problem. |
3. Can I run a USB 2.0 device on Windows 98?
No. Only Windows 98se (second edition), Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP, and Windows 2003 support USB 2.0 |
4. I hooked up my USB 1.1 hard drive and am not getting the 12MB/sec speed that I should be. What’s wrong?
USB has a transfer rate of about 12Mb/sec, which equals about 1.5MB/sec.
MB = MBytes & Mb = Mbits. (8 Mbits makes 1MByte). |
5. My USB 2.0 hard drive is running very slow. What is wrong?
On a PC, you must have the USB 2.0 device connected to a USB 2.0 card with USB 2.0 drivers and a USB 2.0 cable to achieve USB 2.0 speeds. If you don’t, it will run at USB1.1 speeds. Also confirm that your drive is formatted properly for your computer - NTFS for Windows or Mac OS extended. |
6. Can I boot off of My USB Drive?
Most PCs do not support booting from USB devices. You would need to check with the PC manufacturer to see if your computer supports it. |
