LaCie USB Key MAX | Interface and Data Transfer Information |
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4.3. Data Transfers
A data transfer is the flow of data that accomplishes a task, usually related to moving data from storage to computer RAM or between storage devices. During data transfers, it’s best to wait before launching other applications on the same USB 2.0 port. Anomalies may arise with computers that have USB 2.0 controllers that do not conform to OHCI (Open Host Controller In- terface) standards. In any other configurations, we can- not ensure 100% correct operation.
If you experience hanging problems, proceed as fol- lows:
1.Make sure that the USB cable is connected tightly and securely, from the drive to the computer.
2.Disconnect the USB cable. Wait 30 seconds. Recon- nect.
CAUTION: Do not connect USB cables so that they form a ring of devices. There is no need for terminators on USB or devices, so the unused USB connectors should be left empty.
Technical note: Controller - A control- ler is a component or an electronic card (referred to in this case as a “controller card”) that enables a computer to communicate with or manage certain peripherals. An external controller is an expansion card which fills one of the free slots (i.e. PCI or PCMCIA) inside your PC and which enables a pe- ripheral (ex.