Hi. I have a Raspberry Pi Model B which has 2 usb ports. I currently have my mouse and keyboard plugged into them. I just got a wifi adapter that needs a usb port in order to be plugged in. How do I use 3 usb devices if I only have 2 usb ports? Is there a way to add another port?
Thank you very much for your help!
Kate
Re: need more usb ports
You could add a powered USB 2 hub. You can find them many places in different numbers of ports.
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crazzy88ss
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Re: need more usb ports
Just like every other computer ever made, you can get a USB hub that'll let you add more ports.
Search on any website you buy electronics from. Can probably find a bunch for $10.
Search on any website you buy electronics from. Can probably find a bunch for $10.
Re: need more usb ports
Unless it is the very early B with USB poly fuses fitted (green components marked F1 and F2), you should be able to get away with a cheap unpowered USB hub available for £1 at your local pound shop.
Most mice and keyboards will use very little power (<100mA each) and even if the WiFi dongle takes a fair bit the Pi should be able to supply enough with a good PSU.
Most mice and keyboards will use very little power (<100mA each) and even if the WiFi dongle takes a fair bit the Pi should be able to supply enough with a good PSU.