Do I need a specific USB port on my tv to power it on or will any USB port do it just fine

[Byteguy · Accepted solution]

Google does not suggest using the USB ports on your computer to power your Chromecast device.

Most of those ports are designed to just read memory sticks and do not supply enough power to run the small computer and WiFi radios that are in a Chromecast device.

Also, most TVs turn off those ports when you power down the TV.  That also turns off a Chromecast connected to the port and your Chromecast will not be able to quietly get updates when you aren't using it.

[Jeran]

Hey there,

Did you have any more questions or need any additional help? If not, I'll go ahead and lock up this thread in 24 hours.

Just checking up,
Jeran
 

[Jeran]

Hey there!

We haven't heard back from Zeusryan, and it's been a few days, so I'm locking the thread. As always, feel free to make a new thread if you have any more questions or concerns.

Thank you for your help, Byteguy!

Best regards,
Jeran