You would have to check the pc manufacturers web site to check the specs on your pc to see what version of usb it provides.  Most usb compatible pc's with 2.0 are downward compatible, meaning that they will also work with usb 1.0 or 1.1.  Do you use any usb devices now?  Some pc's require that usb ports be 'turned on' via the bios/setup screens when you boot up the pc.  This makes the connections active (ready to use).

----- Original Message -----
From: Lewis c Emerson
Date: Thursday, October 27, 2005 2:34 pm
Subject: [PCBUILD] Card Reader and the USB
To: [log in to unmask]

> I need a card reader to enable the transfer of HDD stored photos
> back to
> the digital camera's memory card and I've been advised to obtain
> a "card
> reader". I've located one for $11.50, but it says that it's for
> USB 1.1
> How do I tell if my ports are 1.1 or the newer 2.0?
> Additionally, if
> they are 2.0 will the card reader for 1.1 work satisfactorily?
>
> Lewis Emerson

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