[kwlug disc.] 2.5'' enclosures run off USB power?

[Rick]

"Khalid Baheyeldin" <kb at 2bits.com> writes:
> On Dec 1, 2007 1:03 PM, Rick <rickm at golden.net> wrote:
> It is in stock at the local CanadaComputers. I think it is $399 for
> 4GB SSD.

Sadly, I'm greedy and want the full 8GB flash memory.
Also, the 8GB model carries 1GB of RAM and not just 512MB.
So far, Canada Computers's site doesn't mention the 8G model.

> No. I use both 3.5" and 2.5" enclosures. The 2.5 ones do not require external
> power. The one I have is called NexStar SX by Vantec. Works with Linux like
> a charm. Also at CanadaComputers for around $20 taxes ...

Good stuff. Thanks for the info.