is a external USB-C hard drive fast enough to play VR Games?

02-21-2018 03:59 PM

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With a Lap-Top that only has small Hard Drive, if I add a USB-C hard drive (LaCie STFD2000402 Porsche Design 2TB USB-C Mobile Hard Drive) to store all the games, will the drive be fast enough to keep up with all the games?

01-25-2018 03:09 PM

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As long as you have a USB 3+ port and compatible drive, it should not be an issue. I tried installing Steam and Doom VR on a 4TB WD external with a Alienware lappy. I didn't notice any slowdowns as long as I used a powered USB hub.
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I honestly don't know.

02-21-2018 02:56 PM

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As long as you have a USB 3+ port and compatible drive, it should not be an issue. I tried installing Steam and Doom VR on a 4TB WD external with a Alienware lappy. I didn't notice any slowdowns as long as I used a powered USB hub.

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