Does the usb-only part work with a computer to load data onto the Touchpad or do I need to order a separate data cable?
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If I understand what you are asking....I use this cable to charge and load data to the touchpad. You have to have this particular one for the Touchpad. Others will not work. I hope that helped.
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It requires connection to the computer through the USB connection. Also, the display of the action and results is on the computer monitor. It actually replaces the number pad that is missing or broken in the computer keyboard.
987405
I never used the USB for download to my computer. I just popped the SD card out and put it in my card reader. My laptop has a reader, so I didn't need any separate device. I suspect the card reader is a bit faster for data transfer, but I'm not positive. Either should work.
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This is a good question. I just tried to connect my cellphone to USB, and it works. Laptop showed my cellphone disc. So it`s extra USB port for laptop.
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Hi It comes with USB cable and power cord. I am fairly certain it is compatible with HP touchsmart laptops.
72007
This works with the standard bluetooth keyboard. Unfortunately, I don't have the USB keyboard with number pad so cannot comment on that...
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I have a Lenovo ThinkPad with one USB port on each side and it works just fine. It just requires that you use both of them so if you're using a mouse with the laptop, it will require that you choose between the mouse or the DVD drive. In my case, I only have to use the drive for a brief time each week and I can tolerate not having use of the mouse during that time.
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All I had to do is plug in the usb it is hidden in the mouse and my computer recognized it but mine only works part of the time and after 2 weeks stopped working all together. Cindy
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The keypad uses a micro B USB calbe. If you go to Amazon.com and do a search for a micro B USB calble you will find several cables are available in various lengths and pricing.Sandbx2
1526456
Yes. They have a separate "data" partition that I just formatted and installed ubuntu on. All the components (wifi, eth, touchpad, sound) seems to be working for me. The touch screen works as well, though I don't have much use for it. I didn't use it on Win8 either.
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I used the cable to repair a problem with the power button on a HP Pavilion DV 6400 and I can'[t remember the type of connector it had but it mated to the board. I believe there was an identical cable running from the touchpad to the board which I could have used, in fact I tested it but I wouldn't have been able to use the touchpad had I used that instead of buying a new cable.
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I use the Micro-USB 2 in 1 for a Logitech keyboard with a built-in touch pad. It works fine. I think a mouse would also work, but the keyboard is quite useful for Word, Excel, and other Microsoft applications.
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I believe the USB is for the power connector not for data input. The data input connects through the optical input jack.
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Yes, USB port is on back. We use Logitech k400r with touchpad so we don't need mouse.
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There is a provided connection USB cable. It is accessed via a hidden compartment underneath. The cable connected...not separate
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Others have noted the part number for the charger.HOWEVER the information about the USB cable is wrong. This device uses a PROPRIETARY USB cable. You can't buy it anywhere. Do not buy one of these without the USB cable as it will be useless. You need the PROPRIETARY USB cable to connect it to your laptop.Here's is the manufacturer's page for this item. http://www.asus.com/Storage_Optical_Drives/Varidrive/overview/Look at the picture of connectors near the bottom of the page. The connector second from the left is the USB 3.0 INPUT connector that connects to your laptop. Notice is is PROPRIETARY and will not work with a standard USB cable. Others have noted the part number for the charger.HOWEVER the information about the USB cable is wrong. This device uses a PROPRIETARY USB cable. You can't buy it anywhere. Do not buy one of these without the USB cable as it will be useless. You need the PROPRIETARY USB cable to connect it to your laptop.Here's is the manufacturer's page for this item. http://www.asus.com/Storage_Optical_Drives/Varidrive/overview/Look at the picture of connectors near the bottom of the page. The connector second from the left is the USB 3.0 INPUT... » Read More Others have noted the part number for the charger.HOWEVER the information about the USB cable is wrong. This device uses a PROPRIETARY USB cable. You can't buy it anywhere. Do not buy one of these without the USB cable as it will be useless. You need the PROPRIETARY USB cable to connect it to your laptop.Here's is the manufacturer's page for this item. http://www.asus.com/Storage_Optical_Drives/Varidrive/overview/Look at the picture of connectors near the bottom of the page. The connector second from the left is the USB 3.0 INPUT connector that connects to your laptop. Notice is is PROPRIETARY and will not work with a standard USB cable. « Show Less
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No Usb needed However this is not too reliable maybe a different brand may work.