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mjteix
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2008-06-01, 15:15

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Originally Posted by chucker View Post
So it's possible that, should Apple find ways to cram more into the limited space, they'll re-add another port. But I find it more likely such a port would be FireWire, simply because there is already a workaround for Ethernet, whereas none exists for FireWire at all.
Despite the fact that the motherboard would need another controller chip (space constraints) for Firewire, that would turn the "Air" more "Pro" than it is today.
Just a FW800 port would suffice since there are many FW800/400 adapters available.
I'm all for it.

Also, if redesigned as a Firewire device, the external Superdrive could better be powered by Firewire and have another port to chain other devices. And free the unique USB port.

From the developer's notes:
MacBook Pro: Both of the FireWire connectors provide unregulated 9 to 12.6 V at 0.9 A maximum (fused). Developers should design to < 7 W maximum sustainable power.
MacBook Air: The external USB port supports 500 mA at 5 V for 2.5 W.
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