Converting USB 1 to USB 2

[regblind]

I have a desk computer with usb 1 ports but i have bought a camara device that needs usb 2 , Whats the cheapest and easyist way to do this please. I handle the computer ok but never touch the brains in the box so don't no what to do. If anyone can do this for me i will get my wife to bring me to you if you can help. I am reg blind but have tunnel vision so don't drive

[Assassin007]

I have a desk computer with usb 1 ports but i have bought a camara device that needs usb 2 , Whats the cheapest and easyist way to do this please. I handle the computer ok but never touch the brains in the box so don't no what to do. If anyone can do this for me i will get my wife to bring me to you if you can help. I am reg blind but have tunnel vision so don't drive

 

Hi Mate,

 

Most USB2.0 devices are backwards compatible with 1.1. So the camera should connect to your pc.

 

However if you want USB 2.0 on your Computer then purchase a USB 2.0 PCI card. Best bet would be to take it to a computer shop who should be able to do this pretty cheaply.

 

Regards,

 

A

[regblind]

How much would you expect to pay for a usb card and fitting

[gillybear]

You can pick up a card up for less than £10, If you were closer to me i'd fit it for free.

[nubile]

I'm in S2 Wybourn, depending on what part of S4 you're in i could fit it you free, it's a 5 minute job.

[sidbobs]

I'll also fit it you for nowt if you can get hold of a card, I'm in S12 if that's any closer for you.

[regblind]

Thanks for the help offered. I have priced a usb2 plug in board at Alladins cave the computer shop on Middlewood Rd they are only £4 and i think i can get a friend to fit it for me, If he cann't do it i will be intouch. Manythanks to you all. Alan ps. Happy New Year

[gillybear]

Just a quick addition, Since your PC only has USB 1.1 i assume it's quite old, what version of Windows are you using? Anything below WindowsXP may need drivers.

[regblind]

Running windows XP thanks