“If my laptop does not have a USB-C port, will I be able to buy a USB-C adaptor to plug in my PC USB-A port, then plug the external drive into the adaptor? Will that resolve my issue, will I be able to use this drive, will it work for me?”
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You can run it thru a hub. I use one with a usb A the the Mac mini then use the usb C on the hub. It won’t be as fast as a straight usb C connection but it’s works great.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, you can use a USB-C to USB-A adaptor or cable.
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes you can use a usb-c to usb a adapter. speed my not be the same as usb-c to usb0-c
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Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes of course
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes. I use this drive with a laptop that has a USB-A port. But I didn't use an adapter, I simply bought the right cable Usb-C to Usb -a . Less connections this way.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, an adapter will allow it to operate, but it will be a little slower.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.As the prior person noted, if you use a USB-C to USB-A adapter or cable, you will be able to use the drive from the USB-A port.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I purchases a USB A to USB C cable. I had electrical connection issues trying to use an adapter. I use my SSD on 3 different computers with USB A only. I have no issues with this set up.
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