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TomGlynn
Apr 28, 2007, 10:29 AM
Hi, would I be able to use a printer with a USB 1 port with my macbook with a USB 2 port? I'm fairly sure you can, but any confirmation would be fantastic, thanks!


grapes911
Apr 28, 2007, 10:31 AM
Yes, they are fully compatible. However, the transfer speed will be throttled back. This is not usually noticeable with printers though.
TomGlynn
Apr 28, 2007, 10:36 AM
Wow, fast response, thank you very much!
grapes911
Apr 28, 2007, 10:38 AM
No problem. :cool:
MacBass
Apr 28, 2007, 12:26 PM
USB 2.0 is backward compatible with USB 1.1 and 1.0 devices, and OSX should be able to recognize the printer within Printer Setup.