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USB 2.0 EHDD transfers faster on USB 3.0 port?

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Dec 29, 2012 13:02 |  #1

My USB 2.0 external hdd transfers usually around 17 mb/sec. When plugged into a 3.0 port it runs at 34mb/sec.

So, I guess USB devices are sometimes limited by the computer port?




  
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Dec 29, 2012 13:22 |  #2

Are you sure? There are burst speeds when using USB2.0 as well. Best way to to use CrystalMark test to see average speed.
I haven't noticed any differences when using a USB2 HDD to a USB3.0 port.

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Dec 29, 2012 18:42 |  #3

Yes, give CrystalMark a try and see what you get with that between the two.

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Dec 29, 2012 21:07 |  #4

Yes....in general, most USB 2.0 devices work faster on USB 3.0 connection. I have experienced this and tested this with a variety of storage devices/media.

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