http://www.instructables.com Tue, 21 May 2013 21:41:04 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Mobile-wifi-antenna/
Mobile wifi antenna - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/AP9L/HEXSDS2B/FOCAP9LHEXSDS2B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/AP9L/HEXSDS2B/FOCAP9LHEXSDS2B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOC/AP9L/HEXSDS2B/FOCAP9LHEXSDS2B.SMALL.jpg ROD917 Turn a external usb antenna into a mobile wifi antenna to get a better wifi signal. I work approximately 24 hours from my vehicle each week. I use my laptop while in my vehicle to access public wifi. My internal wifi antenna on my laptop computer does not get a good wifi signal. I purchased an exter...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 20:03:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Computer-Port-Access-Hub-remote/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/Z6UQ/HEBNO97V/F1BZ6UQHEBNO97V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/Z6UQ/HEBNO97V/F1BZ6UQHEBNO97V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/Z6UQ/HEBNO97V/F1BZ6UQHEBNO97V.SMALL.jpg DIYPerks This homemade unit provides remote access to all the ports and devices that would otherwise be on the PC itself, meaning that the PC can be elsewhere (where you can't hear it!). As far as I know, it is unique!
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Mar 2013 04:13:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unlock-Hard-Drive-Password-Protected-File/
Unlock Hard Drive Password Protected File - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/71V9/HE080FJ4/F6I71V9HE080FJ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/71V9/HE080FJ4/F6I71V9HE080FJ4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/71V9/HE080FJ4/F6I71V9HE080FJ4.SMALL.jpg ROD917 This instructable will show you how to get around a password protected file. Suppose your computer won’t boot up and you don’t have any way to access your important files. Don’t worry there are several ways to access your files. I had an old emachines laptop computer running XP Home edition and it w...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Mar 2013 05:28:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Powered-LED-Articulating-Lamp/
USB Powered LED Articulating Lamp - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/65PQ/HDGQMUCT/FB465PQHDGQMUCT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/65PQ/HDGQMUCT/FB465PQHDGQMUCT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB4/65PQ/HDGQMUCT/FB465PQHDGQMUCT.SMALL.jpg mattpshaw I designed this lamp as part of my senior thesis exhibition in college. It is a small-scale version of a classic articulating desk lamp that is powered by a standard USB port.  The lamp can be plugged directly into a laptop to act as a keyboard light or it can be placed in a base and powered via a U...
By: mattpshaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Feb 2013 21:35:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Design-Your-Own-Functional-Art/
Design Your Own Functional Art! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/R0I0/HC3PR5LE/FAUR0I0HC3PR5LE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/R0I0/HC3PR5LE/FAUR0I0HC3PR5LE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/R0I0/HC3PR5LE/FAUR0I0HC3PR5LE.SMALL.jpg jsrook Introduction I've enjoyed the fruits of Instructables as a member since 2007 and thought it was time to contribute to this wonderful community.  With that, I present you an Instructable on how to design and build your own functional art! I really feel the need to start with a quote: Design is a fun...
By: jsrook

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Jan 2013 13:17:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/PSU-to-electronics-power-hub-hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/0Q1C/H994RWCR/F8C0Q1CH994RWCR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/0Q1C/H994RWCR/F8C0Q1CH994RWCR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8C/0Q1C/H994RWCR/F8C0Q1CH994RWCR.SMALL.jpg ahelm3 I took a psu from an old computer and turned it into an electronics power hub. It comes complete with a 12v car charger, usb charger, and hobby electronics terminal. DISCLAIMER: Do NOT open the psu. The internal components have enough voltage and current to severly injure you!! I hold no responsibi...
By: ahelm3

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Nov 2012 18:58:05 PST 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/Android-Tablet-Desktop-Dock-Nexus-7/
Android Tablet Desktop Dock (Nexus 7) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/I3TA/H6738GVS/FGOI3TAH6738GVS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/I3TA/H6738GVS/FGOI3TAH6738GVS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGO/I3TA/H6738GVS/FGOI3TAH6738GVS.SMALL.jpg Reesol So many of your have been waiting for Google to release a dock for your shiny new Nexus 7 tablet. Making one yourself can be easier than your think. With only a old cd drive and some basic tools, you can make a techy looking dock that doesn't just look great but works great too. Don't forget to comm...
By: Reesol

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2012 21:22:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-stick-vinger/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/0Y71/H1YOJ6LG/FHI0Y71H1YOJ6LG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/0Y71/H1YOJ6LG/FHI0Y71H1YOJ6LG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHI/0Y71/H1YOJ6LG/FHI0Y71H1YOJ6LG.SMALL.jpg Evinfire Hi, Last week I've found a little finger made from Poly that I bought on a fantasy-fair. I spaced out the inside to fit a usb-stick into it and fixed up the paint-job and this is the result... :)
By: Evinfire

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 14:01:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Drawbot/
Arduino Drawbot - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/K0QS/H1JUHFO5/F8PK0QSH1JUHFO5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/K0QS/H1JUHFO5/F8PK0QSH1JUHFO5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/K0QS/H1JUHFO5/F8PK0QSH1JUHFO5.SMALL.jpg biomech75 In some of my previous Arduino instructurables I have show to the Arduino beginers on how to control servos in different ways. And in my last instructurable I have show the modification of a Parallax servo for a 360º rotation. So in this one I will show Arduino beginers the use of those 360º rot...
By: biomech75

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 15:20:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Servo-360-rotation-mod-Parallax/
Servo 360 rotation mod (Parallax) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/XTX0/H1EN02U2/FV8XTX0H1EN02U2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/XTX0/H1EN02U2/FV8XTX0H1EN02U2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/XTX0/H1EN02U2/FV8XTX0H1EN02U2.SMALL.jpg biomech75 In this instructurable I will expalin and show you how to make a Parallax servo rotate 360º. And againI have search the internet to see tutorials clear enough to make this posible with no luck. Don't get me wrong they are some how good but not clear. This mod will help you to use the mod servo fo...
By: biomech75

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:45:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Dust-Cap-Plug-Leaf-Style/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/PIHQ/H8FYP4LA/FZRPIHQH8FYP4LA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/PIHQ/H8FYP4LA/FZRPIHQH8FYP4LA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/PIHQ/H8FYP4LA/FZRPIHQH8FYP4LA.SMALL.jpg 7PLAIN Buy at Shapeways 3D Printed and Tested. It's used to seal the idling USB ports on your electronic devices, protecting them from dust, coffee / water spill etc. The plug part seals the USB port. Please note: USB ports must have 10mm horizontal or 7.5mm vertical clearance, if you want to use multip...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 3 Apr 2012 02:34:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-2-Servos-Thumbstick-joystick/
Arduino + 2 Servos + Thumbstick (joystick) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/OLC4/GZPBMAKG/FZWOLC4GZPBMAKG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/OLC4/GZPBMAKG/FZWOLC4GZPBMAKG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZW/OLC4/GZPBMAKG/FZWOLC4GZPBMAKG.SMALL.jpg biomech75 In my other 2 Arduino tutorials I have help new users to play tones and making 2 servos move with a mouse. This time I will help you move the same 2 servos with a thumbstick. And again I have surf the internet to see If there are tutorials that clear to understand specially for the beginner Arduino ...
By: biomech75

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 12:23:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mouse-Based-USB-Switch-Interface/
Mouse Based USB Switch Interface - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV0/J3ZL/GYC4NXVH/FV0J3ZLGYC4NXVH.SMALL.jpg RCS82 First off, I have to give credit where credit is due. This instructable is based heavily on base2john's great instructable entitled Holiday Toy Switch Adapting. In this instructable, I adapted those instructions to apply to a USB mouse. Why a USB switch interface? My wife is an itinerant teacher w...
By: RCS82

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Feb 2012 16:41:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-simple-USB-light/
Make a simple USB light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F8E/YNJ2/GVXH5KJ7/F8EYNJ2GVXH5KJ7.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8E/YNJ2/GVXH5KJ7/F8EYNJ2GVXH5KJ7.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F8E/YNJ2/GVXH5KJ7/F8EYNJ2GVXH5KJ7.SMALL.jpg CaptPikel I've recently acquired a "high end" soldering station so I find myself enjoying soldering lately. That being said, soldering always needs good lighting. I almost always have my computer next to me when I'm working on something so I decided to make a simple little USB light that was easy to manipulat...
By: CaptPikel

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Dec 2011 20:32:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SNES-DUAL-USB/
SNES DUAL USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/ILPX/GV5JFD9I/FT9ILPXGV5JFD9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/ILPX/GV5JFD9I/FT9ILPXGV5JFD9I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/ILPX/GV5JFD9I/FT9ILPXGV5JFD9I.SMALL.jpg biomech75 Here is another USB project to share. It is a SNES controller usb port/usb tester. The USB tester project was taken from another user's idea here in this site. I just did the same project with some additions in a different way. User's name is : heat_z0ne User's Link : http://www.instructables.com/i...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 08:25:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cleaning-your-computer-keyboard/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/UCNH/GUGPIEUB/F7XUCNHGUGPIEUB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/UCNH/GUGPIEUB/F7XUCNHGUGPIEUB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/UCNH/GUGPIEUB/F7XUCNHGUGPIEUB.SMALL.jpg jbman2 Keyboards are a dust, dirt and crumb trap! I am going to tell you how you can clean it out, also helpful if keys are sticky or don't work. What you need: Flathead screwdriver (I am using one off my multitool Lens cleaner (glasses cleaner) Microfibre cloth Old toothbrush 1)Unplug from compute...
By: jbman2

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Nov 2011 05:51:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hacking-a-USB-hub-to-add-internal-ports-to-a-Toshi/
Hacking a USB hub to add internal ports to a Toshiba Satelite (or other laptop) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/BVZG/GU4MC7M1/FQUBVZGGU4MC7M1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/BVZG/GU4MC7M1/FQUBVZGGU4MC7M1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQU/BVZG/GU4MC7M1/FQUBVZGGU4MC7M1.SMALL.jpg zapskate Okay so some of us are tired of all our flash drives and wireless dongles hanging off our laptop all the time! on most laptops this can be easily taken care of by modding the guts of your laptop - we will be doing it only with USB so no risk of electrocution or injury (unless you are truly an idiot...
By: zapskate

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2011 17:18:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-to-PS2-convertor/
USB to PS/2 convertor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/254U/GU3UJ6EL/FQM254UGU3UJ6EL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/254U/GU3UJ6EL/FQM254UGU3UJ6EL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/254U/GU3UJ6EL/FQM254UGU3UJ6EL.SMALL.jpg raikut Here i will show you a simple tutorial to convert your USB keyboard to comfortably adapt to a PS/2 connector in a computer. The Situation I had actually bought a flexible keyboard from the market and i had no idea that it had a USB socket to the output. I was using this USB keyboard for a couple of...
By: raikut

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Oct 2011 06:39:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Most-Detailed-Steampunk-Keyboard-Instruction/
Most Detailed Steampunk Keyboard Instruction - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/9R69/GT6ZCJQH/FVH9R69GT6ZCJQH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/9R69/GT6ZCJQH/FVH9R69GT6ZCJQH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVH/9R69/GT6ZCJQH/FVH9R69GT6ZCJQH.SMALL.jpg Admiral Aaron Ravensdale Most detailed Instruction how to built a Steampunk keyboard from the workshop of Admiral Aaron Ravensdale This project is not the first who talks about the construction of a keyboard in stylish design. But to my surprise I didn’t found a manual anywhere that describes what materials are used and w...
By: Admiral Aaron Ravensdale

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Sep 2011 08:04:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Get-and-Install-Windows-8/
How to Get and Install Windows 8 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/UYFG/GSMZ724Y/FMFUYFGGSMZ724Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/UYFG/GSMZ724Y/FMFUYFGGSMZ724Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/UYFG/GSMZ724Y/FMFUYFGGSMZ724Y.SMALL.jpg joespicnictables NOTE: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE DONE TO YOUR COMPUTER. :P Well, you probably heard about the new Windows 8 that Microsoft is creating. If not, check out this Wikipedia article here . This instructable will show you how to install Windows 8 via a usb drive. A Little Info... Again, I AM ...
By: joespicnictables

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 09:58:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Install-a-Linux-OS-in-your-USB-Flash-Drive-/
How to Install a Linux OS in your USB Flash Drive and turn it into a Portable App Suite - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/6U6P/GRFN21GZ/FQX6U6PGRFN21GZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/6U6P/GRFN21GZ/FQX6U6PGRFN21GZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQX/6U6P/GRFN21GZ/FQX6U6PGRFN21GZ.SMALL.jpg BASICON-Grp7 Do you want to add more functionality to your flash drive? Did you ever wish you could do more than just put in files for printing or copying? Did you know you can install a Linux operating system in your USB and bring it wherever you want? Also, did you know you can install "portable" editions of ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:33:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gears-of-War-Tribute-USB/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/AYTF/GQOPU95A/FCGAYTFGQOPU95A.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/AYTF/GQOPU95A/FCGAYTFGQOPU95A.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCG/AYTF/GQOPU95A/FCGAYTFGQOPU95A.SMALL.jpg DrueGrunt My first Instructable... -Wood -Acrylic Plexiglass -2 Red LED lights 1.5 volts -100 ohm resister -I used lots of Hot Glue, Foam, Guerrilla Tape, and Tin Foil... I spent a whole 1 hour and 30 minutes on this project, not hard at all... And it is very, very bright!!! Some pictures are taken with a ...
By: DrueGrunt

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jul 2011 12:22:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Control-AC-Devices-Wirelessly-Using-USB/
Control AC Devices Wirelessly Using USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/MKMD/GQOPU1LV/FUOMKMDGQOPU1LV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/MKMD/GQOPU1LV/FUOMKMDGQOPU1LV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUO/MKMD/GQOPU1LV/FUOMKMDGQOPU1LV.SMALL.jpg TheMasterThingMaker Hi everybody! In this instructable I will show you how to control Your home appliance switches using 2 computers a nxt with usb. The basic idea is simple: And here is the preview (Sorry low quality cam): You need to know a bit Visual Basic .NET and have to have a Mindstorms LEGO Ki...
By: TheMasterThingMaker

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jul 2011 02:13:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/ComputerLaptop-Temperature-Monitor-USB/
Computer/Laptop Temperature Monitor USB with optional alarm - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/IJ89/GQKLPEQP/F7KIJ89GQKLPEQP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/IJ89/GQKLPEQP/F7KIJ89GQKLPEQP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7K/IJ89/GQKLPEQP/F7KIJ89GQKLPEQP.SMALL.jpg foxxtrotalpha This instructable will show you how to construct your own Laptop/ desktop temperature monitor, with optional alarm that will trigger a piezo buzzer for an audible notification. After completing this project, you can use the device to monitor other temperatures such as indoor/outdoor temperatures. ...
By: foxxtrotalpha

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Jul 2011 16:23:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Fix-Get-Rid-of-BuzzingHumming-Noise-When-U/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/TLX2/GQ5QBYW9/F3HTLX2GQ5QBYW9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/TLX2/GQ5QBYW9/F3HTLX2GQ5QBYW9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/TLX2/GQ5QBYW9/F3HTLX2GQ5QBYW9.SMALL.jpg DANgerous124 This is an easy solution to get rid of static and humming noise from your microphone/headset. All you have to do is unplug your power cable. I am using a laptop so all I have to do is unplug the cable from the back. The static and humming will be gone. The reason for this is because your computer is...
By: DANgerous124

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 13:04:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Boot-from-usb-on-an-old-pc-without-modding-the-BIO/
Boot from usb on an old pc without modding the BIOS - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/EL7K/GQ5Q4T1K/FV8EL7KGQ5Q4T1K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/EL7K/GQ5Q4T1K/FV8EL7KGQ5Q4T1K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV8/EL7K/GQ5Q4T1K/FV8EL7KGQ5Q4T1K.SMALL.jpg arv_christos I spend most of my spare time testing new linux based distros so I have already burnt a huge stack of Live CDs which also cost a lot of money. While having them in DVD format was good enough for my needs, most of them where scratched and useless so I started researching for a new way to test my belo...
By: arv_christos

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 19 Jul 2011 04:05:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Extra-USB-headers-for-internal-card-readersfront-/
Extra USB headers for internal card readers/front panel USB ports - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/Y4FY/GQ5PYRQY/FXSY4FYGQ5PYRQY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/Y4FY/GQ5PYRQY/FXSY4FYGQ5PYRQY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXS/Y4FY/GQ5PYRQY/FXSY4FYGQ5PYRQY.SMALL.jpg dougzy I'm making a bold  move, from milkshakes to electronics! Basically this instructable is for people who are in need of an extra USB header, be it for front panel ports on your case or an internal card reader (like me!) You can skip on to the next step if you aren't interested in the back story to thi...
By: dougzy

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Jul 2011 14:52:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-format-a-usb-memory-stick-to-FAT/
How to format a usb memory stick to FAT! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FWK/FJW0/GP7IHMG8/FWKFJW0GP7IHMG8.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FWK/FJW0/GP7IHMG8/FWKFJW0GP7IHMG8.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FWK/FJW0/GP7IHMG8/FWKFJW0GP7IHMG8.SMALL.jpg ViperSniper Hi all! in this instructable i will tell you how to format a usb memory stick to FAT(not FAT32) you will need: USB memory stick(everything under 8gb works)(duh) computer(duh) command prompt Great lets get started p.s. sorry for low qaulity images i took them with my cellphone step 1 Put...
By: ViperSniper

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Jul 2011 16:25:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-mario-mystery-cube-flash-drive/
How to make a 'mario mystery cube' (flash drive) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/3UJU/GOW47ZII/FRC3UJUGOW47ZII.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/3UJU/GOW47ZII/FRC3UJUGOW47ZII.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/3UJU/GOW47ZII/FRC3UJUGOW47ZII.SMALL.jpg imBobertRobert So i bought some candies from a small shoppe (i like spelling it like that, shoppe) and I found this. its a mario '?' cube, and its 2 in. x 2 in. x 2 in. it has a top that can be removed. you will need: mario cube USB male to female cable tape (non-conductive, i use painters tape) a knife/ dremel/dr...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Jun 2011 15:38:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-33/
Use android cellphone as webcam free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/HNT7/GNBES7UD/F03HNT7GNBES7UD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/HNT7/GNBES7UD/F03HNT7GNBES7UD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/HNT7/GNBES7UD/F03HNT7GNBES7UD.SMALL.jpg ViperSniper Hey all this is my first instructable, so please be kind to me and please comment on how I can make this instructable better In this instructable i will tell you how to set up and use your Android phone as a webcam. for this instructable you will need: Android smartphone(i have the vodafone 845 ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 May 2011 14:16:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Socket/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/7WVB/GLU0I0OT/FLD7WVBGLU0I0OT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/7WVB/GLU0I0OT/FLD7WVBGLU0I0OT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/7WVB/GLU0I0OT/FLD7WVBGLU0I0OT.SMALL.jpg Real-Hunter Selfmade USB- Socket with full Data- Transmitting for install in wall. klick: http://justmade.de.tl/USB_-Socket.htm  for see all pictures.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:01:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Computer-mouse-USB/
Computer mouse USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/WR6C/GKGL627G/FNCWR6CGKGL627G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/WR6C/GKGL627G/FNCWR6CGKGL627G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/WR6C/GKGL627G/FNCWR6CGKGL627G.SMALL.jpg Hiyadudez Hey its me, Hiyadudez! I made this instructables for the Keyboard Vs. Mouse Speed Challenge. Basically, I was thinking and thinking of what I could make for the contest, but just couldnt think of anything. When suddenly, for some reason, my Knex USB came to mind, and there was my idea. Cool story, ...
By: Hiyadudez

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 Feb 2011 07:12:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Mini-Fridge-3-cans/
USB Mini Fridge that holds 3 cans! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/3YUD/GIYWWBAD/FN73YUDGIYWWBAD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/3YUD/GIYWWBAD/FN73YUDGIYWWBAD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN7/3YUD/GIYWWBAD/FN73YUDGIYWWBAD.SMALL.jpg knuckel USB mini Fridges have been kinda popular around the enter net so i thought i would try to correct a flaw i saw with a lot of peoples designs, capacity! This Fridge holds a maximum of three cans, and is supper cheep, easy, and efficiently cools your favorite beverages at any usb port, or your comput...
By: knuckel

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 15 Jan 2011 21:56:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-flashing-police-lights-with-sound/
How to make flashing police lights with sound - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/7LEI/GH8AGLRE/FY27LEIGH8AGLRE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/7LEI/GH8AGLRE/FY27LEIGH8AGLRE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/7LEI/GH8AGLRE/FY27LEIGH8AGLRE.SMALL.jpg Blueray03 This is an Instructable on How to make flashing police lights with sound Heres an example Before i start the actual tut i just want to say this is my first tutorial, and i also want to say thank you to Dave1324 for your tutorial and also Tom Igoe for the code... You will need For this pro...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 Dec 2010 08:58:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-Computer-A-rundown-on-computer-par/
How to build a Computer. A rundown on computer parts. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FF0/NNVE/GFRWR3U6/FF0NNVEGFRWR3U6.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FF0/NNVE/GFRWR3U6/FF0NNVEGFRWR3U6.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FF0/NNVE/GFRWR3U6/FF0NNVEGFRWR3U6.SMALL.jpg Captin69 In this instructable I am going to attempt to show you how to build your own computer. I built this computer for about 700 with monitor. But you can build a computer for as little as 200-300 if you do it right. The lights, lighted fans and wire sleeves are not necessary but i think they look good.  ...
By: Captin69

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 20:04:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Apple-1988-Mouse-USB/
Apple 1988 Mouse USB - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/BPBA/GF7BBS3M/FHDBPBAGF7BBS3M.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/BPBA/GF7BBS3M/FHDBPBAGF7BBS3M.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/BPBA/GF7BBS3M/FHDBPBAGF7BBS3M.SMALL.jpg fredlb Hi , This is my third instructable and i hope you love it ! Today i want to re-use an old ( 1988 ) Apple mouse . Prepare all ! I find the Apple mouse in my "garage" , and i buy for 2.74 usd an optical mouse ( on ebay). I prepare the Apple mouse by clean the interior with my dremell , I m...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Oct 2010 07:51:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Poker-chip-flash-drive/
Poker chip flash drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/UJ57/GEI9CU7H/FMMUJ57GEI9CU7H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/UJ57/GEI9CU7H/FMMUJ57GEI9CU7H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/UJ57/GEI9CU7H/FMMUJ57GEI9CU7H.SMALL.jpg Niemanator Difficulty: easy In this instructable, I'll show you how to mod your boring flash drives into a fun, poker chip flash drive. Your co-workers will love it! Materials You will need: Flash drive 3-4 poker chips, color is up to you super glue, epoxy, JB Weld, or other plastic bonding adhesive band s...
By: Niemanator

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 Sep 2010 18:52:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Typewriter/
USB Typewriter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/EOIT/H0A000TJ/FDDEOITH0A000TJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/EOIT/H0A000TJ/FDDEOITH0A000TJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/EOIT/H0A000TJ/FDDEOITH0A000TJ.SMALL.jpg jackzylkin **D.I.Y. Kits for this project are available!  CLICK HERE.** NOTE: THERE IS A NEWER, EASIER, SOLDER-FREE VERSION OF THIS INSTRUCTABLE: CLICK HERE TO VISIT IT.   There is something very magical about typing on those old-school manual typewriters. From the satisfying snap of the spring-loaded keys, ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 22:31:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Professional-USB-Xbox-controller/
Professional USB Xbox controller - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/78K5/GD0R1A33/F8678K5GD0R1A33.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/78K5/GD0R1A33/F8678K5GD0R1A33.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/78K5/GD0R1A33/F8678K5GD0R1A33.SMALL.jpg WayUpYonder In this instructable, I'm going to show you how to make the most professional looking USB Xbox controller. Now, let's get to it! What You'll need Almost everything you'll need is tagged in the photo.  You'll also need: Scissors or blade Hot glue gun Pliers or a Hammer Electrical Tape and a Need...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:15:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Lag-Switch/
The Lag Switch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F5G/UQMS/GD2JC1RM/F5GUQMSGD2JC1RM.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5G/UQMS/GD2JC1RM/F5GUQMSGD2JC1RM.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F5G/UQMS/GD2JC1RM/F5GUQMSGD2JC1RM.SMALL.jpg TXTCLA55 Yes how low can a online gamer go? Well here is the answer to a question that has long dominated the world of online gaming  "why is my connection so slow?" The answer is either your computer cant handle the game or someone is using one of theses suckers...a lag switch. the ible is all about creatin...
By: TXTCLA55

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:07:16 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/expandable-audiocable-for-less-than-3-bugs/
expandable audiocable for less than 3 bucks! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/NVV2/GBV5RLGY/FEFNVV2GBV5RLGY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/NVV2/GBV5RLGY/FEFNVV2GBV5RLGY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEF/NVV2/GBV5RLGY/FEFNVV2GBV5RLGY.SMALL.jpg jelte1234 Ever had that you wanted your audio over a longer distance than 30 cm? haven't got the money for a wireless system or a professional extention cable? then build this practical cable, which you can make longer with every standard usb extention cable of 6.5m, for only 2.10 euro! (2.70dollars) I use m...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:30:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Charge-USB-devices-with-paper/
Charge USB devices with paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/8LYM/GB4CYHXX/FM18LYMGB4CYHXX.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope Oh and a 5V source, like any 5V source I used an old phone charger.  The reasoning behind this is the need to charge my mp3 player and only having a spare phone charger for a phone I no longer use, so I reckoned there was a way based on the fact that I managed the exact opposite when my phone died....
By: killerjackalope

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Jul 2010 08:41:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Turn-an-external-USB-DVB-T-dongle-into-an-internal/
Turn an external USB DVB-T dongle into an internal one - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/00C5/GB3W1YEZ/FUP00C5GB3W1YEZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/00C5/GB3W1YEZ/FUP00C5GB3W1YEZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUP/00C5/GB3W1YEZ/FUP00C5GB3W1YEZ.SMALL.jpg harari So you bought an ugly and fragile USB DVB-T dongle in order to receive free digital television broadcasts, but after plugging it into your HTPC you realize how ugly it is and how likely it is for someone to accidently snap it. This instructable will show you how to hide your external USB DVB-T do...
By: harari

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Jul 2010 02:50:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/USB-Steampunk-SD-Memory-Card-Reader/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/BQLS/GAPV3HAU/FJ5BQLSGAPV3HAU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/BQLS/GAPV3HAU/FJ5BQLSGAPV3HAU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/BQLS/GAPV3HAU/FJ5BQLSGAPV3HAU.SMALL.jpg Kaelessin For instructions on how to build one of these visit my instructable here! After creating the usb flash drive I had a look around my desk and thought ! hey ! I have this old SD card reader that's positively begging for a new case! I already wrote an instructable of the proceses but I felt like postin...
By: Kaelessin

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jun 2010 09:55:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/hackintosh-imad-ibook-computer-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAG/QMYI/GAA0WYCG/FAGQMYIGAA0WYCG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAG/QMYI/GAA0WYCG/FAGQMYIGAA0WYCG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAG/QMYI/GAA0WYCG/FAGQMYIGAA0WYCG.SMALL.jpg Hackrtanman so, this is my latest project: the imad. it is composed of an ibook, which the hinge was broken, so it wouldn't flip, and the screen is now on the main casing. it is called the imad because one of my friends whose name i will not mention thought of it. it is imad because it is a mash up of an ipad ...
By: Hackrtanman

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 21:51:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-not-to-Whiskey-Flash-drive/
How not to - Whiskey Flash drive - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/P7BJ/GAA12GEO/FUTP7BJGAA12GEO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/P7BJ/GAA12GEO/FUTP7BJGAA12GEO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUT/P7BJ/GAA12GEO/FUTP7BJGAA12GEO.SMALL.jpg killerjackalope Well the idea's solid and perfectly do-able, I just happened to destroy the only baby bottle of whiskey I have other than JD, which isn't a good shape, vodka bottles are clear which I though ruined the idea a bit.  People always give me baby booze and I never throw the bottles out since they're so ...
By: killerjackalope

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:16:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Automatic-XBOX-Cooling-System/
The Automatic XBOX Cooling System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/2AN0/GA9EBDGP/FLT2AN0GA9EBDGP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/2AN0/GA9EBDGP/FLT2AN0GA9EBDGP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLT/2AN0/GA9EBDGP/FLT2AN0GA9EBDGP.SMALL.jpg TXTCLA55   OK, so a few moths ago I got a the XBOX 360, the only problem was I couldn't keep it in the cabinet with the door closed while I played because it would get really hot in there, and everyone knows what heat does to a 360! At the same time however I didn't want to leave the door open all the time...
By: TXTCLA55

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 12:34:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Yet-another-usb-lamp/
Yet another usb lamp. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/NUUS/GA7BF517/FN6NUUSGA7BF517.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/NUUS/GA7BF517/FN6NUUSGA7BF517.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN6/NUUS/GA7BF517/FN6NUUSGA7BF517.SMALL.jpg Computothought There are a zillion usb lamps. This is just the one I made. One feature I made sure to add to mine was the ability to use regular batteries when a computer was not available. Notice: soldering, mechanicals skills, and a bit of knowledge about electricity are required. Get a professional to help if ...
By: Computothought

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 Jun 2010 00:50:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/UDC-The-User-Document-Copier/
UDC - The User Document Copier - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/R45K/GA1BD236/F3TR45KGA1BD236.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/R45K/GA1BD236/F3TR45KGA1BD236.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3T/R45K/GA1BD236/F3TR45KGA1BD236.SMALL.jpg ladygaga Today I will be showing you how to mod a set of files from http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-flash-drive-that-copys-users-files-si/. On the instructable that bigdaddyclint posted, He made a set of batch files and VBS files to copy your choice of 1 or more folders. Today, we will add a few ...
By: ladygaga

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