“I read that the only cable this drive needs/uses is the USB cable. Does that mean that this drive is using the same cable to power the device and transfer data at the same time?”
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You are correct. The USB cable provides both power and data transfer for this device. No separate power hookup/cable is used or needed.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.From the answers I've read, their answers are correct Except the one cable must be a USB 3.0. Others will work, but the transfer rate drops considerably using an older USB 2.0 cable..
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I’ll jump in at this point. The connector format is USB, but the type of connection at the drive itself is USB micro-b Superspeed. This connector is ok except it has inherent problems with durability, and as such, once worn will render the drive useless. Expect that if not right away, then eventually, the drive cannot be moved while in use. Even bumping it inadvertently could result in drive disconnection error. Fair warning only, it has been my experience with this connection over the past decade with many of these connectors. I will never again buy a drive controller with this connector.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes - one cable for power and data
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes, one cord for both power and transfer. Like a thumb drive
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Correct, this only uses a USB connection.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes that is correct.
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