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On the go: Essential accessories
When you’re on the road, a few essential “survival kit” items may reduce weight and eliminate hassles. You should
be able to find these at electronics stores (and some music stores) that carry computer accessories and power adapters.
USB hub: Most laptop PCs have just two USB ports, and many people use one for a wireless mouse. To connect more
than one USB modular instrument, you’ll need a multiport USB 2.0 hub and an extra USB cable to connect the hub
to your PC. Also, be sure that the hub is compatible with Windows XP Pro or Home (SP1 or later), or Windows 2000
Pro (SP4 or later).
Multiport AC/DC adapter: Each USB modular instrument is powered by a 12 V, 2 A AC/DC adapter (12 V, 3 A for
USB modular source/measure unit). To lighten the load on your shoulder, you may want to carry a Y-splitter or a
multiport AC/DC adapter. The key specs for a suitable multiport adapter are 12 V/5 A for two USB MI and 12 V/8 A,
for up to four USB MI. The DC connectors must be 9 mm long with a 5.5 mm outside diameter and 2.5 mm inside
diameter.
Essential accessories