http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 21:04:51 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-Nintendo-Joystick-into-USB-Hub/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/SF0A/HGH6RK0F/F3GSF0AHGH6RK0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/SF0A/HGH6RK0F/F3GSF0AHGH6RK0F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3G/SF0A/HGH6RK0F/F3GSF0AHGH6RK0F.SMALL.jpg macobt I found old nintendo joystick at my garage and I decide to convert into usb hub. Make sure you subscribe on my YOUTUBE Channel for more awesome videos from the macobt projects! Subscribe to my youtube channel:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=macobt My blog:http://macoprojects.b...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 14:21:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-USB-Charger-Version-2.0/
Portable USB Charger (Version 2.0) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FMJ/GPC8/PM7EP27W89C/FMJGPC8PM7EP27W89C.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMJ/GPC8/PM7EP27W89C/FMJGPC8PM7EP27W89C.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMJ/GPC8/PM7EP27W89C/FMJGPC8PM7EP27W89C.SMALL.jpg GoodAtIt The project name says it all. It is a device that will charge things like Ipods, PDAs, other other devices that plugs into a USB to charge. Supplies The parts needed for this project are all in the second picture. You will require: LM or MC 7805 +5VDC Voltage Regulator Type-A Female USB Port 10...
By: GoodAtIt

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Apr 2006 18:12:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Phone-Charger-5-Portable-100-Batter/
DIY Solar Phone Charger ($5, Portable, 100% Battery Free) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/3UOH/HGH70CUZ/FLD3UOHHGH70CUZ.SMALL.jpg ASCAS Here's a real quick and easy tutorial on making a "Portable Solar Phone Charger", it only took me 5 minutes to make one! It's powered by PURE solar energy. The device is designed to fit right into your pocket, it also comes with a built-in stand! Works with apple devices (tested on iPod Touch and Qu...
By: ASCAS

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 02:05:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-repair-a-worn-out-clicker-on-an-optical-mou/
how to repair a worn out clicker on an optical mouse - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FXD/CST8/5QQEUKIKWYX/FXDCST85QQEUKIKWYX.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXD/CST8/5QQEUKIKWYX/FXDCST85QQEUKIKWYX.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FXD/CST8/5QQEUKIKWYX/FXDCST85QQEUKIKWYX.SMALL.jpg pir8p3t3 After five years in a university computer lab, this mouse wouldn't respond to clicks very well, but after this two minute repair job, it's as sharp as it's first day! All you need is a bad clicky mouse, like the one pictured, a phillips screwdriver, and a nail file. remove the screw There's only...
By: pir8p3t3

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Nov 2006 17:54:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-own-Ubuntu-LiveUSB/
How to make your own "Ubuntu LiveUSB" - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/1MMY/GYPNRYIO/FGM1MMYGYPNRYIO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/1MMY/GYPNRYIO/FGM1MMYGYPNRYIO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/1MMY/GYPNRYIO/FGM1MMYGYPNRYIO.SMALL.gif ajulik1997 Ubuntu is a remote computer operating system based on Linux. It is a free and open source software, using its own desktop environment. (Somwhat simmilar to Windows.) A Live USB is a USB that has a bootable OS (Operating System) on it. This instructable will help you create one! (Please bear in mi...
By: ajulik1997

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:18:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Penetoaster-A-penetration-testing-platform-/
The Penetoaster (A penetration testing platform / hidden emulator vault) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/SWOB/HFSHEHS6/F9NSWOBHFSHEHS6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/SWOB/HFSHEHS6/F9NSWOBHFSHEHS6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9N/SWOB/HFSHEHS6/F9NSWOBHFSHEHS6.SMALL.jpg Psycosisnine Here is yet another off the wall completely insane idea, spawned from boredom and my sick and twisted views on IT Security. I recently won the April fools day contest with my Shockeration Instructable and one of the Prizes was a Toaster USB Hub. As I went through the prizes I stopped looked at the h...
By: Psycosisnine

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 23:36:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Skull-USB-Memory-Stick/
Skull USB Memory Stick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/HWMG/HFSHE1XU/FZRHWMGHFSHE1XU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/HWMG/HFSHE1XU/FZRHWMGHFSHE1XU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/HWMG/HFSHE1XU/FZRHWMGHFSHE1XU.SMALL.jpg PumpkinVelocity This instructable will show you how to make a nice quick, simple skull usb memory stick. You will need a set of Skull Key Caps from paperchase http://www.paperchase.co.uk/skulls-key-caps/invt/00503053/ A USB memory stick. A small screwdriver. UHU extra all purpose glue or similar. First dismantle...
By: PumpkinVelocity

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 14:09:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gameboy-advanced-USB-drive/
Gameboy advanced USB drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/CZ62/GRFMW2T2/FA5CZ62GRFMW2T2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/CZ62/GRFMW2T2/FA5CZ62GRFMW2T2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA5/CZ62/GRFMW2T2/FA5CZ62GRFMW2T2.SMALL.jpg MoldyClownSuit How to fit a USB drive in to an old Game boy advanced cartridge. For looks... Gather Required Materials Pretty basic. You need: 1. Small screwdriver, it uses a triangle head but a small enough Philips or Flathead will work with a little pressure. 2. Gameboy cartridge, DONT USE A POKEMON GAME, ...
By: MoldyClownSuit

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 15:25:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Indestructible-USB-Containment-Unit/
The Indestructible USB Containment Unit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/5U8E/HFD1F1TB/FFE5U8EHFD1F1TB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/5U8E/HFD1F1TB/FFE5U8EHFD1F1TB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/5U8E/HFD1F1TB/FFE5U8EHFD1F1TB.SMALL.jpg Zaqq      Have you ever found yourself behind enemy lines in an alien environment with an important, top-secret message encrypted on a USB drive that could prevent World War III? No? Well, the following guide could assist you if the likely situation ever arises.      This instructable will teach you how ...
By: Zaqq

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 17:27:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Cheap-USB-Powered-Fan/
How To Make A Cheap USB Powered Fan - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Q/SQ9Q/YMJEP282FVK/F3QSQ9QYMJEP282FVK.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Q/SQ9Q/YMJEP282FVK/F3QSQ9QYMJEP282FVK.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F3Q/SQ9Q/YMJEP282FVK/F3QSQ9QYMJEP282FVK.SMALL.jpg Murf How to make a cheap fan from parts bought at the dollar store. This fan can be made for about $2 (plus tax), unless you can buy a double ended USB wire, then you can make 2 USB fans for $3 (plus tax). That definately beats the $15 or $20 stores tend to charge for these types of devices. This is my ...
By: Murf

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Jun 2006 11:53:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hacking-a-USB-Keyboard/
Hacking a USB Keyboard - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FN8/EKT0/F02P2KA0/FN8EKT0F02P2KA0.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FN8/EKT0/F02P2KA0/FN8EKT0F02P2KA0.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FN8/EKT0/F02P2KA0/FN8EKT0F02P2KA0.SMALL.jpg randofo How to hack a USB keyboard or any keyboard for that matter. Send inputs into the computer without a pesky microcontroller. Open up the keyboard Open up the case. You can use a screwdriver or an any ridiculous looking multi-purpose tool. Sometimes even after all the screws are removed the keyboard...
By: randofo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 19 Apr 2006 21:47:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Lithium-Battery-Solar-USB-iPhone-Arduino-Charger/
Lithium Battery Solar USB/ iPhone/ Arduino Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6W/VNKF/H58NIMKN/F6WVNKFH58NIMKN.SMALL.jpg JoshuaZimmerman One of the most fun and useful projects on instructables is to create your very own solar USB/ iPhone charger.  They're not overly difficult to make, nor are the parts overly expensive or hard to find.  For the most part they do a rather good job of charging up small gadgets.  Mostly. The big flaw ...
By: JoshuaZimmerman

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:17:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/portable-Solar-Charged-USB-charger/
portable Solar Charged USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/QTLX/HEI48E2X/FWPQTLXHEI48E2X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/QTLX/HEI48E2X/FWPQTLXHEI48E2X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWP/QTLX/HEI48E2X/FWPQTLXHEI48E2X.SMALL.jpg souichi 1- What did you make? The project is a Solar Charged USB charger, There is abundant sunlight emitted at this moment and we could use this light to charge several things such as batteries, cellphones and such more. I thought that this will be useful especially when we go into a long trip or such we ...
By: souichi

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:41:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-made-from-recycled-wood/
USB made from recycled wood - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/D300/HEBNNYTP/FEGD300HEBNNYTP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/D300/HEBNNYTP/FEGD300HEBNNYTP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEG/D300/HEBNNYTP/FEGD300HEBNNYTP.SMALL.jpg Duhast This instructable shows how to convert a common usb to a beautiful one. Changing the plastic or metalic cover to wood. Materials 1.- Rotary tool with accessories for sanding and cutting. 2- White glue 3.- USB 4.- Silicone, to fill the USB body 5.- Recycled wood, in this case I take a piece from ...
By: Duhast

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 11:49:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PrankSecret-USB-iPhone-Cable-Storage/
Prank/Secret Storage - iPhone USB Cable - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/RV1H/HDOW3OAS/FPNRV1HHDOW3OAS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/RV1H/HDOW3OAS/FPNRV1HHDOW3OAS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPN/RV1H/HDOW3OAS/FPNRV1HHDOW3OAS.SMALL.jpg Mr_o_uk I had a USB memory stick that had fallen apart, and I had an iphone USB cable that didn't work. So I thought about combining the two and making a secret USB storage cable, which can then be used to prank people. I used an iPhone cable as I had a broken one, but you could do this with any USB cable....
By: Mr_o_uk

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Mar 2013 01:15:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Smallest-USB-LED/
The Smallest USB LED - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/UCOP/FE379EK2/F7VUCOPFE379EK2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/UCOP/FE379EK2/F7VUCOPFE379EK2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7V/UCOP/FE379EK2/F7VUCOPFE379EK2.SMALL.jpg 1up Here is the smallest USB LED you've probably ever seen! It uses a USB plug made with a piece of perfboard, so you should already have everything needed to make this. No cutting up USB cables here! This kind of homemade USB plug could also be used for other things, like repairing USB cables. Suppl...
By: 1up

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:41:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HOW-to-make-a-usb-mini-aquarium-/
HOW to make a usb mini aquarium ( for shrimps) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/6QMT/GLXHSA0O/FTY6QMTGLXHSA0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/6QMT/GLXHSA0O/FTY6QMTGLXHSA0O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTY/6QMT/GLXHSA0O/FTY6QMTGLXHSA0O.SMALL.jpg 19charbel96 This instructable show you how to make a mini aquarium that work great for sea monkeys , triops .... Powered by LEDS connected to the usb port of your computer. IT's great office decoration :-) For this project, you will need: _light bulb ( i used 200w for her big size) _wire hanger _ small wood blo...
By: 19charbel96

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:20:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-an-Auto-Hacking-USB-Drive/
How to Make an Auto-Hacking USB Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/MAV6/FLKK3A8X/F5VMAV6FLKK3A8X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/MAV6/FLKK3A8X/F5VMAV6FLKK3A8X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5V/MAV6/FLKK3A8X/F5VMAV6FLKK3A8X.SMALL.jpg Crazy Leprecaun I will teach you how to make a basic Auto-Hacking USB Drive. There are probably many different variationsof this. I will be showing you the most basic.You need two things: 1) A USB Drive devoted to this 2) The programs and files that I will show you how to make or where to get. If you have trouble m...
By: Crazy Leprecaun

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:47:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-Lego-figure-USB-drive/
Lego figure USB drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/1UF9/HET0RMF1/FOU1UF9HET0RMF1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/1UF9/HET0RMF1/FOU1UF9HET0RMF1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/1UF9/HET0RMF1/FOU1UF9HET0RMF1.SMALL.jpg BrittLiv In this tutorial I'm going to show you how to make your own Lego figure USB flash drive. I've seen people putting USB flash drives into lego figures before (e.g. here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/123smile), but never anybody using the bottom part as a cap. I've made them for my family for Christmas 20...
By: BrittLiv

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:53:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-an-Autoruninf-File/
How to make an Autorun.inf File - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/ET58/FOHTTPJC/FG8ET58FOHTTPJC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/ET58/FOHTTPJC/FG8ET58FOHTTPJC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG8/ET58/FOHTTPJC/FG8ET58FOHTTPJC.SMALL.jpg Crazy Leprecaun In a previous Instructable, I went over this quickly and did not explain it very well. I was asked to make a full Instructable on Autorun.inf files, and here it is.An Autorun.inf file is a file that, when placed on a drive (internal or external), will allow the drive to start programs, have a diffe...
By: Crazy Leprecaun

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Dec 2008 19:39:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Decopunk-USB-lamp/
Decopunk USB lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/VQS8/HBNXUMQJ/FVEVQS8HBNXUMQJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/VQS8/HBNXUMQJ/FVEVQS8HBNXUMQJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVE/VQS8/HBNXUMQJ/FVEVQS8HBNXUMQJ.SMALL.jpg Winged Fist I was inspired to make this lamp when I came across a set of halogen track lights one of my neighbors put in the trash. The fixtures on this track light reminded me of the streamline Art Deco designs of the cars and bicycles of the 1930s. Also reminiscent of an airplane jet engine... So I ripped a ...
By: Winged Fist

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 Jan 2013 14:20:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-SNES-Controller/
USB SNES Controller - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/A2M8/G3TDW5QF/FLOA2M8G3TDW5QF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/A2M8/G3TDW5QF/FLOA2M8G3TDW5QF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/A2M8/G3TDW5QF/FLOA2M8G3TDW5QF.SMALL.jpg timeblade0 First instructable. Let me know what it needs and fixes. I did not make the circuit or program. I am just making a guide that shows step by step assembly of how to make the USB SNES controller. The original page is here: www.raphnet.net/electronique/snes_nes_usb/index_en.php This guide will conver...
By: timeblade0

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Jan 2010 18:18:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Easiest-Way-To-Soft-Mod-An-Original-XBOX/
The Easiest Way To Soft Mod An Original XBOX - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/O6JB/FX23VEUE/FDWO6JBFX23VEUE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/O6JB/FX23VEUE/FDWO6JBFX23VEUE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/O6JB/FX23VEUE/FDWO6JBFX23VEUE.SMALL.jpg daiatlus79 This Instructable is taken from gh3tt0h4x0r on Youtube (including screencaps, as my Gamebridge was being weird the night i did this). His two part video shows how you can do a simple install of the XBMC (XBox Media Centre) on an XBox without the need for Action Replay, a memory card or compatible US...
By: daiatlus79

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:42:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Little-USB-radar/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/PW18/H9G0SLHL/FJTPW18H9G0SLHL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/PW18/H9G0SLHL/FJTPW18H9G0SLHL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/PW18/H9G0SLHL/FJTPW18H9G0SLHL.SMALL.jpg ewout A little Usb mobile radar thingy I made from scrap parts, it can be powered on usb (500ma) on any computer. The motor and usb connector were saved from a dead all-in-one printer. The radar dish from a old mac computer and the transmitter from a microwave oven. Everthing else is custom made. Now we ...
By: ewout

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Nov 2012 11:48:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Spy-Shirt/
USB Spy Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F5R/UBAD/HCZEUR4U6WW/F5RUBADHCZEUR4U6WW.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5R/UBAD/HCZEUR4U6WW/F5RUBADHCZEUR4U6WW.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5R/UBAD/HCZEUR4U6WW/F5RUBADHCZEUR4U6WW.SMALL.jpg Tetranitrate .................................................................................................................................................................................. I always thought it would be cool to have a button camera on my shirt so I could secretly record whatever I wanted to. I...
By: Tetranitrate

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Nov 2006 06:46:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Dongle-Elimination/
USB Dongle Elimination - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/I6OV/GSIFFZ12/F3ZI6OVGSIFFZ12.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/I6OV/GSIFFZ12/F3ZI6OVGSIFFZ12.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Z/I6OV/GSIFFZ12/F3ZI6OVGSIFFZ12.SMALL.jpg Jason-B If you own a laptop you most likely despise your track pad. Sure its fine if you just want to check your email but good luck trying to finger dance on the pad with a complex program like Auto-Cad. So your left with a couple of options; get a wired mouse (least expensive), get a Bluetooth mouse (most...
By: Jason-B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Sep 2011 19:04:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Combination-Lock-USB-Memory-Stick/
Combination Lock USB Memory Stick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/JO4G/H9T4L6DC/F4TJO4GH9T4L6DC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/JO4G/H9T4L6DC/F4TJO4GH9T4L6DC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/JO4G/H9T4L6DC/F4TJO4GH9T4L6DC.SMALL.jpg tycj The Problem: I have a USB memory stick with built in security software, GREAT! However it tends to be a little unreliable when it comes to using the memory stick on computers other than my own either taking ages to get logged into it or even not getting access to it at all. The Solution: So i decid...
By: tycj

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Oct 2012 14:34:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mouse-with-USB-port-optional-internal-drive/
Mouse with USB port (optional internal drive) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/1RXS/H742PRDY/FC61RXSH742PRDY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/1RXS/H742PRDY/FC61RXSH742PRDY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC6/1RXS/H742PRDY/FC61RXSH742PRDY.SMALL.jpg liquidhandwash This project for me is more useful than it first appears, I use this mouse all the time and all though it was quite fiddly to make It was worth the effort. Now why would I want a  mouse with a USB port hanging out the side? The main reason is that I do a lot of computer aided drawing on a lap top wh...
By: liquidhandwash

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2012 23:45:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Blinky/
USB Blinky - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/SHAK/H71Y5ZL3/FBHSHAKH71Y5ZL3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/SHAK/H71Y5ZL3/FBHSHAKH71Y5ZL3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/SHAK/H71Y5ZL3/FBHSHAKH71Y5ZL3.SMALL.gif ledartist My projects typically involve many LEDs and microcontrollers. However sometimes I just love the simplest of things with LEDs. One of the very basic LED circuits is a blinky using astable multivibrator. This is the circuit that I've made - with hand drawn and etched PCB and with incandescent lamps -...
By: ledartist

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Sep 2012 12:25:13 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-USB-Cable-Flash-Drive/
How To Make A USB Cable Flash Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/N5JH/H703ZUSM/FQTN5JHH703ZUSM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/N5JH/H703ZUSM/FQTN5JHH703ZUSM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/N5JH/H703ZUSM/FQTN5JHH703ZUSM.SMALL.jpg Mahmoud Alaa You open your bag in silence and pull out your laptop and grab a USB cable and people look to you surprised  and say " What does he think hi€™s going to do with that USB cable?!!" You plug it in your laptop and continue on with your work. If you are bored and would like to change the appearance o...
By: Mahmoud Alaa

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Sep 2012 04:37:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/External-USB-audio-card-with-optical-SPDIF-POF-in/
External USB audio card with optical S/PDIF POF interface - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/3N5A/H6734UJZ/FH63N5AH6734UJZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/3N5A/H6734UJZ/FH63N5AH6734UJZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/3N5A/H6734UJZ/FH63N5AH6734UJZ.SMALL.jpg Milen The purpose of the project was to create an external USB audio card, which could be able to: 1) serve as usual external USB audio card with headphone/line output and audio line input 2) can transmit the digital audio data at relatively long distance (20m -100m) 3) can receive and process the digital...
By: Milen

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Aug 2012 11:49:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-Tin-Wallet/
Altoids Tin Wallet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FFX/PQ3O/F0ZSTDVJ/FFXPQ3OF0ZSTDVJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FFX/PQ3O/F0ZSTDVJ/FFXPQ3OF0ZSTDVJ.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FFX/PQ3O/F0ZSTDVJ/FFXPQ3OF0ZSTDVJ.SMALL.jpg merlin1974 This versatile candy tin can also be used as a wallet! In case you haven't already discovered, standard credit cards and ID's fit perfectly into the venerable Altoids tin. Check it out! This is super easy, and aside from taking time to eat all of the candy, this can take as little as 1 minute or up ...
By: merlin1974

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2007 17:11:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gigabeetle-dead-drop-beetle/
Gigabeetle (dead drop beetle) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/DXKE/H337JR0Y/FKKDXKEH337JR0Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/DXKE/H337JR0Y/FKKDXKEH337JR0Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKK/DXKE/H337JR0Y/FKKDXKEH337JR0Y.SMALL.jpg rouge.renard Warning; You may not want to read this while you're eating. I was reading a book on spy toys a couple of days ago and come across a rat that had been taxidermied with velcro holding its stomach shut so it could be used as a dead drop. I don’t know how to taxidermy rats or have any lying around, ho...
By: rouge.renard

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Jun 2012 18:53:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Universal-USB-Power-Supply-Kit/
Universal USB Power Supply Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/0V89/H1ZG78JM/FSI0V89H1ZG78JM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/0V89/H1ZG78JM/FSI0V89H1ZG78JM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSI/0V89/H1ZG78JM/FSI0V89H1ZG78JM.SMALL.jpg mpilchfamily As a hacker and a maker i have many old rechargeable batteries, AC Adapters (wall warts) and other sources of DC power lying around the shop. It occurred to me that most hackers and makers like myself have a hard time throwing out wall warts and good rechargeable batteries.  Since the world is full ...
By: mpilchfamily

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 15:51:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Flash-Drive-Bracelet/
USB Flash Drive Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/5VLY/H1YOI3YD/FND5VLYH1YOI3YD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/5VLY/H1YOI3YD/FND5VLYH1YOI3YD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FND/5VLY/H1YOI3YD/FND5VLYH1YOI3YD.SMALL.jpg BrittLiv In this instructable I'm going to show you, how to make your own USB flash drive bracelet. I've seen quite a few before, but never really liked the designs. My goal was to hide the flash drive entirely in the bracelet. I decided to make one with yarn and after a short search I found this amazing blo...
By: BrittLiv

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 04:45:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Double-ended-USB-flash-drive/
Double-ended USB flash drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/X6Z2/H0KKG6V7/FOCX6Z2H0KKG6V7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/X6Z2/H0KKG6V7/FOCX6Z2H0KKG6V7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/X6Z2/H0KKG6V7/FOCX6Z2H0KKG6V7.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus I don't want to have one flash drive on hand, I want two. And if I'm going to be carrying two drives around I'd like to keep them together so they don't get lost. Thus the double-ended USB flash drive. It keeps my files together and looks nicer than a couple of drives hot glued together. Why not ju...
By: fungus amungus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 23 Apr 2012 10:23:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Discreet-USB-Air-Conditioner-with-a-Brita-/
Build a Discreet USB Air Conditioner with a Brita Pitcher - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/3WR5/GERP19T7/FYA3WR5GERP19T7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/3WR5/GERP19T7/FYA3WR5GERP19T7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/3WR5/GERP19T7/FYA3WR5GERP19T7.SMALL.jpg imjasonc Last summer, the office AC stopped working. This is Los Angeles and outside temperatures were over 100 degrees. I had to do something to cope with the heat. Then I had an Eureka moment. I can make my own AC unit. But the problem was how can I use a homemade ice powered AC unit without looking like a...
By: imjasonc

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Oct 2010 04:23:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Altoids-USB-BatterySolar-charger-for-iPhone-and-i/
Altoids USB Battery/Solar charger for iPhone and iPod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8T/MQYR/H0QH0IGB/F8TMQYRH0QH0IGB.SMALL.jpg haikuordie I know there are plenty of USB chargers out there for you to build.  But here's one that doesn't use a voltage regulator or an IC chip to power it.  The basic concept is to use 4 - AAA rechargeable batteries (1.2V a piece) to power the USB and a couple of solar cells to charge the batteries.  If you...
By: haikuordie

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Apr 2012 18:50:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-Your-Own-USB-Car-Charger-For-Any-iPod-/
How To Make Your Own USB Car Charger For Any iPod Or Other Devices That Charge Via USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F1V/SJ7K/H7LEP27T8ZG/F1VSJ7KH7LEP27T8ZG.SMALL.jpg murph38_99 Create a USB car charger for any iPod or other Device that Charges Via USB by splicing together a car adapter that outputs 5v and USB Female plug. The most important part of this project is to make sure that the output your chosen car adapter is between 4.75v and 5.25v otherwise you risk damaging yo...
By: murph38_99

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2006 02:46:27 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-a-USB-port-to-your-clock-Radio/
Add a USB port to your clock Radio - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC2/O95U/GZHK83KW/FC2O95UGZHK83KW.SMALL.jpg Nerdz Well I got this idea pretty much out of nothing. I sometimes use my phone while on my bed, and the Cord is a tad too short, or rather the plug is too far away. You could argue "Get a longer cord" But wheres the fun in that! So I looked over at my clock and thought "its missing something" A USB port...
By: Nerdz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Mar 2012 20:29:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Swiss-Army-Knife-USB-Flash-Drive/
Swiss Army Knife + USB Flash Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/TBMX/GZACJ2M4/FK8TBMXGZACJ2M4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/TBMX/GZACJ2M4/FK8TBMXGZACJ2M4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK8/TBMX/GZACJ2M4/FK8TBMXGZACJ2M4.SMALL.jpg dr_weidinger It just so happens that the Victorinox Adventurer Swiss Army knife and the Verbatim Tuff n' Tiny USB flash drive fit together perfectly. With some grinding.  Materials: -Victorinox Adventurer Swiss Army knife, or similar  -Verbatim Tuff n' Tiny USB flash drive -angle grinder with metal cutting di...
By: dr_weidinger

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 18:29:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/usb-wifi-antenna/
usb wifi antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FKU/NZA0/0S8EQZJI5DC/FKUNZA00S8EQZJI5DC.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKU/NZA0/0S8EQZJI5DC/FKUNZA00S8EQZJI5DC.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FKU/NZA0/0S8EQZJI5DC/FKUNZA00S8EQZJI5DC.SMALL.jpg wombat7 this is the 1st. version of my usb wifi antenna. it has been inspired by:http://www.instructables.com/id/EQARE4I72GEPUCHTHU/http://www.usbwifi.orcon.net.nz/ i did not have immediate access to "Chinese parabolic cookware" however i will use one next time. instead,i used an eight inch strainer , witho...
By: wombat7

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Aug 2006 03:31:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bullet-Cartridge-USB-Drive/
Bullet Cartridge USB Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/21C7/GYMR1HNZ/F6O21C7GYMR1HNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/21C7/GYMR1HNZ/F6O21C7GYMR1HNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6O/21C7/GYMR1HNZ/F6O21C7GYMR1HNZ.SMALL.jpg moengineer This is my very FIRST Instructable!  I've enjoyed this site for a few years and decided to contribute. Yesterday I was admiring the USB drives in the Steampunk section and decided to create my own.  With a few hand tools, a couple hours and some creativity I created my own.  This drive doesn't refl...
By: moengineer

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:04:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-that-holy-USB-cable/
Hack that holy USB cable! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/7YI1/GYKQ5IFE/FXN7YI1GYKQ5IFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/7YI1/GYKQ5IFE/FXN7YI1GYKQ5IFE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/7YI1/GYKQ5IFE/FXN7YI1GYKQ5IFE.SMALL.jpg contrechoc This instructable is showing how to use the power of the USB PORT of the computer or laptop instead of batteries. Lots of gadgets are made for the USB PORT nowadays, lamps, ventilators and small vacuum cleaners. Why don't you try to make something funny yourself, using the USB? This instructable v...
By: contrechoc

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 15 Feb 2012 13:36:48 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tertial-Webcam/
Tertial Webcam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/ZFUU/GWZMIK1K/FGMZFUUGWZMIK1K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/ZFUU/GWZMIK1K/FGMZFUUGWZMIK1K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGM/ZFUU/GWZMIK1K/FGMZFUUGWZMIK1K.SMALL.jpg brianandrewparker The Tertial light offered by Ikea is much more that a work lamp.  Its adjustable arm and many points of articulation make in an excellent platform for mounting things.  In this Instructable I'll show you how easy it is to combine the Tertial swing arm with a webcam to make an articulated camera. S...
By: brianandrewparker

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 4 Jan 2012 16:21:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Convert-a-NES-Game-Cartridge-into-an-Extern/
How to Convert a NES Game Cartridge into an External Hard Drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/RN61/GUR6IF91/FXZRN61GUR6IF91.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/RN61/GUR6IF91/FXZRN61GUR6IF91.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/RN61/GUR6IF91/FXZRN61GUR6IF91.SMALL.jpg ENG421-Group5 Have you ever wanted to turn that old boring looking hard drive into something unique and stylish? This instructable is just the thing you're looking for! This tutorial will show you how to turn an old Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) game into a portable hard drive. Completing this project will...
By: ENG421-Group5

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:44:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-USB-charger/
Easy USB charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/T980/GTO4OV46/FY3T980GTO4OV46.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/T980/GTO4OV46/FY3T980GTO4OV46.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY3/T980/GTO4OV46/FY3T980GTO4OV46.SMALL.jpg brunoip This is an easy USB charger because you can get the electronic booster board already assembled. Just add the batteries, a couple of capacitors, the usb connector and nothing else. Materials The main component is the PTN04050, it takes the 2.4 volts from the batteries and raise it to 5 volts for t...
By: brunoip

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:45:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-USB-iPhone-iPod-Charger-On-The-Cheep/
Make a USB iPhone iPod Charger On The Cheap! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/ZWNY/GSUSMKOY/FZWZWNYGSUSMKOY.SMALL.jpg matt.e.jenkins There are many designs for iPhone chargers out there and many are confusing or use parts that are hard to find.  My design uses parts that are easy to find, is tested works with all iPhones and iPods (as of this posting), and just works.  It is a fun and useful project.  I made one a few years ago ...
By: matt.e.jenkins

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Oct 2011 14:46:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Reddit-Controller-USB-UpvoteDownvote-button/
Reddit Controller, USB Upvote/Downvote button - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/YJSO/GQOPU6S7/FBRYJSOGQOPU6S7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/YJSO/GQOPU6S7/FBRYJSOGQOPU6S7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBR/YJSO/GQOPU6S7/FBRYJSOGQOPU6S7.SMALL.jpg TheNewHobbyist Not too long ago I saw the “Awesome Button” video on the Make Magazine podcast. In the video Matt Richardson shows how you can take a Teensy development board and turn it into a simple USB keyboard. In his example everytime a button is pressed a synonym for the word “awesome” is sent to the computer...
By: TheNewHobbyist

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jul 2011 09:14:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Powered-Instructables-Robot-Night-Lamp/
USB Powered Instructables Robot Night Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/VHV9/GPLJ2IK5/FAEVHV9GPLJ2IK5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/VHV9/GPLJ2IK5/FAEVHV9GPLJ2IK5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAE/VHV9/GPLJ2IK5/FAEVHV9GPLJ2IK5.SMALL.jpg vishalapr A couple of days ago I was surfing the internet and found out that we could power any gadget with a power of 5V and 100mA(500mA on some special conditions) by connecting it to a USB port, so I thought that I would make a beginners instructable which will teach anyone how to make this cool night lamp...
By: vishalapr

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