Article # 448, added by Geoworks, historical record
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PCMCIA card draws power from OmniGo.



Q. I noticed that the OmniGo draws a lot more current if a PCMCIA card
   is plugged into its slot, even if no programs are actively using
   the card. Would it be possible for the OmniGo to power down the
   PCMCIA port if no one is using it?

A. No. There are no power buffers to the PCMCIA port. If there is
   a card in the device, and the device is on, expect a significant
   power drain.