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Originally Posted by mcquinn
Yours makes mine look like I tried too hard  The copper would probably pay for a couple of factory builts |
Dang!!! mcquinn, I give up, don't shoot!
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Originally Posted by Jim Davis
My computers are too valuable to me. I always use a 110v to USB adapter plugged into the wall. It's easier to replace a blown adapter than have to replace a motherboard. My computer ports are for data only.
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A lot of computers have built in protection which will shut down the USB 2.0 port should it overload the circuit. But I am with Jim on this one, I don't like taking chances.
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Originally Posted by Jim Davis
My homemade passthrough.
1-dead 4081 battery for the connector.
1-old USB cord.
1-2AAA battery box from Radio Shack - About $1.50.
1-3amp momentary button from Radio Shack - About 2 bucks.
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Hey Jim, do you still have or know what the part number is for that 3 amp switch.
Here is a picture of my Prodigy with the modified switch. Just curious if it is the same switch.